Melissa Monahan, LPC
- Motivational and CBT tools
- Laid-back collaborative style
- Experience with substance use
About Melissa Monahan
She blends motivational interviewing with cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients examine troubling thoughts, build coping skills, and increase confidence in identifying practical solutions. Melissa describes herself as laid-back and collaborative - she offers guidance while affirming that clients are the experts on their own lives. Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, and Melissa encourages taking that first step knowing the work aims to produce meaningful, personally relevant changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melissa Monahan have?
Melissa Monahan has 3 years of experience.
Is Melissa Monahan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are AZ LPC LPC-16205.
In which languages does Melissa Monahan provide therapy?
Melissa provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Monahan located?
Melissa is located in Arizona.
How can I work with Melissa Monahan as my therapist?
Therapy with Melissa can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Monahan work with international clients?
Melissa Monahan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Monahan cost?
Costs can vary based on location and 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 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 Support
Melissa commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on providing a supportive, empathetic environment where clients lead the process and the therapist reflects and facilitates personal insight - it is helpful for building trust, exploring identity, and addressing interpersonal concerns. CBT is a skills-based approach that helps people identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and mood-related challenges. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversational method that helps enhance a person’s own motivation to change, which is especially useful for substance use and ambivalence about treatment.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melissa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine elements from different approaches to best support each client.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and continuity of care. These modalities make it easier to attend sessions from different locations, fit therapy into busy routines, and maintain momentum between appointments while allowing therapists to apply client-centered, CBT, and motivational strategies effectively in remote formats.