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Melissa Henry, LCMHC, LPC

Compassionate counselor for anxiety and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Relationship guidance
  • Confidence building

About Melissa Henry

Melissa Henry is a licensed counselor practicing with six years of professional experience in North Carolina and Virginia. She holds the credentials LCMHC and LPC - LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - designations that reflect formal training and state licensure to provide mental health care.

Her work focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, motivation and self-esteem concerns, confidence building, and depression. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where individuals can explore what matters to them and begin making practical changes.

Melissa tailors conversations and treatment plans to the unique needs of each person, adjusting techniques and goals to fit individual circumstances. She emphasizes collaboration and personal strengths as part of the therapeutic process, helping clients identify realistic steps toward improvement.

Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and Melissa recognizes that commitment. She encourages people who are ready to begin this work and supports them through the early stages of change with patience and encouragement.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisNarcissismPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melissa Henry have?

Melissa Henry has six years of professional experience in the field of counseling.

Is Melissa Henry a licensed therapist?

Yes. Melissa Henry holds the credentials LCMHC and LPC. License details are NC LCMHC 20116 and VA LPC 0701011144.

In which languages does Melissa Henry provide therapy?

Melissa Henry provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Melissa Henry located?

Melissa Henry is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Melissa Henry as my therapist?

Clients can work with Melissa Henry through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melissa Henry work with international clients?

Melissa Henry does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa Henry cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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

Melissa Henry draws from several evidence-based approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and collaboration - the therapist creates a supportive environment and follows the client’s lead to foster self-understanding and personal growth, which can be helpful for issues like self-esteem and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, involves identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; it is often used to address anxiety, stress, and depressive symptoms by teaching practical skills and coping strategies. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a structured approach used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, which can be beneficial for people dealing with trauma-related reactions or persistent painful memories.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Melissa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility for those juggling work, family, and other commitments. Sessions by video call or phone provide real-time conversation, while live chat and text-based messaging offer more immediate or lower-intensity options for staying connected between sessions. This range of formats makes it easier to fit therapy into daily life and to continue care from home or another convenient location.

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