Melinda Martindale

My communication style

I have a casual yet professional communication style. I've been known to be blunt while also being gentle. On any given session, we might laugh together, cry together, cuss out the world, and find gratitude together.

My journey to mental healthcare

After two decades as a social worker, I had a life-changing experience that pulled me toward clinical work. I believe change is healthy, and private practice fulfills me and makes me grow every single day. The only difference between you and me is that I love walking the journey with other people.

My goals for you

Goals are the backbone of therapy. We will move at your pace, yet constantly remember and tweak your personal goals. Some people come for short-term solution-focused therapy with specific goals. Others come for a longer time frame to explore and discover what their true goals in life really are.

Our first session

We will verbally go over a psychosocial assessment and rule out any medical concerns. If you work with a psychiatrist, I encourage signing a release allowing me to collaborate with them—I find the team approach is always best. Before the session ends, we will discuss your treatment goals and what you hope to get out of therapy.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Non-denominational