Melissa Coulson

My communication style

My style is warm, direct, and positive with a focus on what clients need to reach their goals. I am on my client's side, and I want to help them achieve what they want for themselves. My clients know I will always be honest, and sessions are a safe place where they will always find support, encouragement, and accountability.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always wanted to be a therapist and have sought to help others in various roles throughout my life. I am privileged to have done this in my work in Human Resources and as a social worker in both dialysis and hospice before becoming a licensed therapist. I have seen how powerful a tool good therapy is to improve the lives of clients.

My goals for you

I support clients in exploring what they want and need then we work together to figure out how they can achieve that. Clients always lead in goal setting, I am here to offer the tools and support to help them, but they determine what we work towards to ensure it is right for them.

Our first session

A first session with me begins with the client and me getting to know each other to build trust and allow the client to decide if I am the right partner for their journey. I will ask a lot of questions to learn about them and what brought them to seek therapy.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Agnostic, Atheist