- Goal oriented support
- Trauma informed listening
- Self esteem focus
About Melanie
Melanie Giarratano is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a background in neuroscience and clinical mental health counseling. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from the University of Delaware and a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from SUNY College at Old Westbury. Melanie brings four years of clinical experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings, providing both group and individual therapy.
She uses practical, straightforward methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, and self esteem concerns. Melanie often combines motivational interviewing with cognitive behavioral ideas when clients want goal-focused change. She also draws on person-centered and psychodynamic ideas to understand personal history and relationship patterns.
Her work includes support around trauma and related symptoms, coping with life changes, parenting challenges, ADHD, mood disorders, and communication problems. Melanie describes therapy as a collaborative effort where she listens without judgment and helps clients identify steps forward. She encourages clients to try small, actionable strategies between sessions, like thought logs or coping skills practice.
Outside of work Melanie prioritizes self-care through yoga, biking, time with friends and family, and playing with her dog. She encourages clients to find simple activities that boost mood and resilience. Those seeking help with self esteem or relationship stress can expect a blend of practical tools and open, supportive conversation.
She uses practical, straightforward methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, and self esteem concerns. Melanie often combines motivational interviewing with cognitive behavioral ideas when clients want goal-focused change. She also draws on person-centered and psychodynamic ideas to understand personal history and relationship patterns.
Her work includes support around trauma and related symptoms, coping with life changes, parenting challenges, ADHD, mood disorders, and communication problems. Melanie describes therapy as a collaborative effort where she listens without judgment and helps clients identify steps forward. She encourages clients to try small, actionable strategies between sessions, like thought logs or coping skills practice.
Outside of work Melanie prioritizes self-care through yoga, biking, time with friends and family, and playing with her dog. She encourages clients to find simple activities that boost mood and resilience. Those seeking help with self esteem or relationship stress can expect a blend of practical tools and open, supportive conversation.