Melinda Dunbar, LPC

Compassionate Texas LPC for relationships and trauma

Relationship and trauma care
CBT and mindfulness
Flexible online sessions

About Melinda Dunbar

Melinda Dunbar, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Texas, brings nine years of experience supporting adults through relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. She uses evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness to shape treatment plans that reflect each person’s unique background and goals. Melinda emphasizes practical skills for managing stress, improving self-esteem, navigating parenting and family dynamics, and addressing concerns like codependency, attachment difficulties, addiction, and compassion fatigue.

Her practice is grounded in a collaborative approach that respects clients as the experts in their own lives. Melinda strives to maintain a nonjudgmental, approachable environment where people can explore underlying patterns, build resilience, and develop actionable strategies for change. Whether the focus is communication, forgiveness, life purpose, or recovery from post-traumatic stress, she individualizes interventions to meet specific needs and preferences. Clients work with a licensed professional who aims to empower them to pursue more satisfying, balanced, and meaningful lives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melinda Dunbar have?

Melinda Dunbar has 9 years of experience.

Is Melinda Dunbar a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 74589.

In which languages does Melinda Dunbar provide therapy?

Melinda Dunbar provides therapy in English.

Where is Melinda Dunbar located?

Melinda Dunbar is located in Texas.

How can I work with Melinda Dunbar as my therapist?

You can work with Melinda Dunbar through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melinda Dunbar work with international clients?

Melinda Dunbar does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melinda Dunbar cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Melinda often integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based approaches, and client-centered techniques to address a wide range of concerns in online sessions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. Attachment-based therapy examines how early relationship patterns influence current connections and helps people repair relational wounds and improve intimacy. Client-centered therapy centers the clients’ goals and experiences, offering empathy and acceptance while the therapist supports self-exploration and personal growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melinda works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels relevant and personalized.

Online sessions make this work more accessible by offering flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats allow clients to fit therapy into busy schedules, access care from different locations within Texas, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.

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