Hi there, I'm Melissa!
You are the expert on YOU! My goal is to come alongside you, explore your concerns, and develop a plan of care that is optimal for you. I believe the mind, body, and spirit are all integral parts of your well-being. My focus is on the least number of medications, at the lowest dosages, to help you thrive and feel like "yourself".
My focus
Childhood neglect or abuse, traumas, betrayals, and loss can create a devastating cascade affecting our thoughts and brain wiring. PTSD, depression, anxiety, insomnia, and grief can all stem from situations that create dysfunctional pathways in our brains. This is when we need a combined approach of medication management with therapy.
My approach
I believe it is important to develop trust, an easy rapport, and a real partnership in an effective, therapeutic relationship. I think you should feel comfortable and "on the same page" as your provider. Listening, educating, and creating shared goals for you is my priority.
Expertise
Specialties
Focus populations
Types of care
- Psychiatry
- Medication Management
Ages served
- Minors
- Adults
Practice
Accepted insurance providers
- Aetna
- Aetna - Medicare Advantage
- Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
- All Savers
- Allegiance