Therapist
Melissa Loudon
LCSW, LSCSW
Compassionate support for adults facing life changes
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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma recovery
- Work and career
About Melissa
She brings six years of clinical social work experience and a longer background in human services. Her career includes work with people involved in child welfare, adults with substance use concerns, and individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. More recently she has supported adults in developing employment goals and steps to reach them.
Melissa describes her style as warm and supportive and centers a person’s dignity and values in sessions. She often uses cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy, and adapts plans to fit each client’s needs. She emphasizes talking through hard things so they feel more manageable.
Therapy is presented as a partnership where the client’s goals guide the work. Melissa aims to help people build skills for coping, communication, and decision making. She welcomes those who are ready to take steps toward change and offers telehealth sessions.
Melissa holds LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and LSCSW (Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker) credentials and practices from Missouri. She conducts sessions in English and does not take international clients.
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Areas of expertise
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Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Missouri, Kansas
Languages
English
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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Melissa commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and motivational interviewing. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce distress. It can help with anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical coping skills. Acceptance and commitment therapy emphasizes values-guided action and learning to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck by them; it can help when life changes feel overwhelming. Motivational interviewing is a conversational approach that supports people who are unsure about change by exploring ambivalence and building motivation.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Melissa will discuss goals and preferences with the client and tailor techniques to fit what matters most. This collaborative process helps shape a plan that aligns with the client’s values and practical needs.
The original biography states she provides telehealth or virtual sessions, so confirm current session options before booking if you need a particular format. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and let sessions fit into busy days. It can allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited, avoid travel time, and make it simpler to connect from different locations. A therapist and client can still practice skills, review progress, and set goals effectively through virtual sessions.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Melissa commonly address?
She helps adults with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, addiction concerns, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ related matters. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, autism, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and body image.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are described as warm and supportive with an emphasis on dignity and collaboration. She prioritizes practical conversation and skills you can use between sessions.
What experience does she bring?
She has six years as a clinical social worker and a longer history in human services, including work with child welfare, substance use populations, and people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds LCSW and LSCSW credentials and practices in Missouri. Licensing is listed as MO LCSW and KS LSCSW in her background.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
She does not accept international clients currently.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to her availability.
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