Melissa Torres, LCSW
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Focus on anxiety and depression
- Supports veterans and caregivers
About Melissa Torres
Fluent in English and Spanish, she offers bilingual care for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women, veterans, first responders, and people managing multicultural identities. Her work centers on honoring each person’s unique story while addressing themes such as self-worth, recovery from past wounds, and rebuilding personal strength.
Melissa integrates evidence-based techniques to tackle complex emotional challenges like social anxiety, workplace stress, relationship patterns, and grief. She focuses on practical skills for coping, processing difficult experiences, and fostering long-term growth, aiming to help clients build resilience and meaningful change. Her practice emphasizes empathy, respect, and genuine collaboration as she walks alongside people through transitions, addiction recovery, family issues, and other life stressors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melissa Torres have?
Melissa Torres has six years of clinical experience working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and related challenges.
Is Melissa Torres a licensed therapist?
Yes. Melissa Torres holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license in Virginia is listed as VA LCSW 0904011528.
In which languages does Melissa Torres provide therapy?
Melissa Torres provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Melissa Torres located?
Melissa Torres is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Melissa Torres as my therapist?
You can work with Melissa Torres through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Torres work with international clients?
No. Melissa Torres does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Torres 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, 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 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
Melissa Torres draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered methods to tailor online care to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them, then clarify values and take actions that support a meaningful life - this can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and coping with change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical tools for depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and respect, creating a supportive space where individuals can explore identity, attachment, and healing at their own pace.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Melissa works with each person to understand goals, preferences, and strengths, and adjusts techniques as therapy progresses so the plan fits the individual rather than the other way around.
Online sessions through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care around work, family, and life demands. These options provide flexibility in scheduling and allow therapy to continue from different locations, supporting ongoing progress even when life is busy or changing.