Melissa Mugge

My communication style

Don't feel like you need to talk about something you're not ready to discuss. When you feel comfortable sharing, I listen for pain points to explore, loud parts of you to get curious about, and what stories you're telling yourself. Sometimes we take a break from talking and let your body find where emotions and trauma reside.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was a teacher before getting drawn into the therapy world. I happened upon an organization specializing in trauma, attachment, and equine-assisted psychotherapy, and everything changed—I was hooked! I worked at a non-profit treating sexual assault and domestic violence survivors.

My goals for you

Sometimes, just allowing yourself the space to imagine what could change, what needs to change, and what change might look like, can be healing. Setting an intention is half the battle. Then I walk alongside you on your journey, being an empathic witness to your experience, guiding you through methods I think might help.

Our first session

First sessions are always anxiety-provoking—normal. We'll take a huge breath together and tune in, noticing what we're both feeling in that moment, allow it, and then go from there. I'll gather some history, but follow your lead as to what you want to talk about. You're the expert on you.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Christian, Non-denominational, Spiritual