At South Collective Counseling, our team is made up of compassionate, highly trained clinicians who are passionate about helping you grow, heal, and thrive. Each therapist brings unique strengths, specialties, and life experiences to the work we do. We believe the right fit matters, and we’re honored you’re taking the time to learn more about the heart behind our care.
MEET THE STAFF
Meet Melissa South
Owner & Clinical Supervisor, MA, LPC, ACS, NCC
SPECIALTIES
Anxiety & Stress Management (Children, Teens & Adults)
Trauma-Informed Care
Emotional & Mood Regulation
School & Behavioral Challenges
Adoption & Family Transitions
Identity & Cultural Concerns
Relationship & Couples Counseling
Melissa’s Approach
Melissa uses a strengths-based, person-centered approach tailored to each client or couple’s unique needs. She integrates evidence-based practices, including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-informed care
Clients often describe her as compassionate, grounded, and empowering — someone who helps them feel both supported and capable of meaningful growth.
Clinical Supervision
In addition to her counseling work, Melissa is an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) for Licensed Associate Counselors (LACs) seeking outside clinical supervision. She is passionate about helping new clinicians develop their professional identity, strengthen their clinical skills, and trust their instincts.
Melissa is committed to reducing stigma, increasing access to mental health services, and investing in the next generation of counselors.
GROUP THERAPY
COUPLES COUNSELING
FAMILY COUNSELING
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
CLINICAL SUPERVISION
GROUP THERAPY COUPLES COUNSELING FAMILY COUNSELING INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING CLINICAL SUPERVISION
Who Melissa Works With
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Stress and anxiety
Adoption-related concerns
School challenges and bullying
Behavioral concerns
Mood regulation
Trauma
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Improving communication
Rebuilding trust
Developing healthy relationship dynamics
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Anxiety and stress
Relationship challenges
Identity concerns related to culture, race, and religion
Trauma recovery
