Mia’s Approach

Melissa uses a strengths-based, person-centered approach tailored to each client or family’s unique needs. She integrates evidence-based practices, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Solution-Focused Therapy

• Trauma-informed care

• TF-CBT Trained

• ADOPTS Certification

Mia believes that therapy is not a one-size fits all. She believes each client already possesses gifts and strengths, and she helps clients understand their innate abilities. Mia enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to help them identify their goals and encourages clients to utilize their existing strengths, while also learning new skills and tools to reach their goals. Mia prioritizes building trust and rapport with clients to build a foundation for meaningful connection and healing to occur. Mia knows clients deserve thoughtful, tailored treatment and is dedicated to ensuring her clients get exactly that!

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Depending on the client’s needs, Mia also integrates tangible skill building and/or homework for clients in between sessions to provide additional structure. Mia has a nurturing, kind, and thoughtful presence, making it easy for clients of all ages to feel comfortable opening up to her. When you work with Mia, be prepared to be met with genuine acceptance, compassion, and when appropriate--a bit of humor that will bring a smile to your face and healing perspective to your soul.