Melanie Genova

My communication style

I create a casual, judgment-free environment where you can come as you are. While I'll challenge you to dig deep and work hard, you won't be afraid to reveal your true self. My clients will tell you we use humor wherever we can.

My journey to mental healthcare

I began my career in social services at a community mental health center. I worked there for 10 years, serving severely mentally ill adults and dual-diagnosed clients (mental illness and substance abuse). After all of my children were in school, I returned to college to complete my education with the goal of working as an outpatient counselor.

My goals for you

I like to take several sessions to work on getting to know my clients. Often, the problems a client presents in the first session are not the core of what is truly bothering them. As clients become more comfortable, they are often then able to allow me to see what is truly troubling them.

Our first session

During the first session, we will go over "general housekeeping", confidentiality, and limits of confidentiality, and I will answer any questions clients have for me. In addition, I ask my clients about what is bringing them to the session at this time in their lives. I will also gather pertinent background information and begin to assess diagnoses

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Christian