- Client-centered
- CBT-informed
- Spanish spoken
About Melissa
Melissa Henry is a licensed counselor with six years of clinical experience. She holds LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) and LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credentials and practices in North Carolina. She speaks English and Spanish and helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions.
Melissa focuses on practical, person-centered care. She treats each conversation as unique and shapes sessions around what the individual needs. She uses plain language and direct questions so people can make progress without getting lost in jargon.
Her work often addresses relationship concerns, communication problems, and issues that come up during life changes like divorce or becoming a parent. She also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, workplace challenges, feelings of emptiness, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose.
Melissa draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) when those approaches fit a person’s needs. She aims to help clients notice unhelpful patterns, try new ways of coping, and build more self-compassion over time.
She encourages straightforward collaboration from the start. People who prefer clear goals and practical steps often find her style useful. To begin, visitors are asked to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule based on availability.
How these approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead. Online sessions let a therapist offer that same attentive, respectful listening while the client stays in a familiar setting. This approach helps people feel heard and guides the work toward their goals.Cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. In remote sessions CBT tools like simple worksheets, behavioral experiments, and short skill practices can be introduced and reviewed together. This helps with anxiety, low mood, relationship patterns, and workplace stress.
EMDR addresses difficult memories and trauma by using structured processing techniques. When appropriate, elements of EMDR can be discussed and practiced in therapy to reduce the intensity of upsetting memories and reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match goals, comfort level, and progress. That may mean trying CBT skills for a while, then adding client-centered check-ins or EMDR elements if they seem helpful.
The original profile does not list specific online formats. Confirm the available session types before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a day, avoid commute time, and keep sessions brief or more flexible to match a work schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Virginia, North Carolina
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationship concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, workplace issues, blended family matters, and feelings of isolation.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is person-centered and practical. She uses clear language and tailors the plan to fit each person’s needs, combining conversational listening with goal-focused work.
What is her professional background?
She has six years of professional experience working with adults on emotional and life transition concerns. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
What credentials and location are on file?
She holds LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) and LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credentials and is licensed in North Carolina.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats can I expect?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are supported.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.