Melissa Eugley is a licensed mental health counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar challenges, ADHD, and self-esteem struggles. She creates a calm, straightforward space where clients can talk about what feels overwhelming and learn tools to manage day-to-day problems. Melissa keeps sessions practical and focused on small, useful steps people can try between meetings.
She uses a mix of approaches to match each person's needs rather than one fixed method. Sessions often focus on improving communication, setting healthy boundaries, and reducing impulsive reactions. Melissa also supports people working through family of origin issues, blended family stress, and the fallout from divorce or separation.
Trauma and addiction recovery are part of her practice, and she helps clients build coping skills and steadier routines. Expect work on shame, guilt, forgiveness, and reclaiming a sense of self after painful experiences. Melissa pays attention to how past relationships shape present choices and helps clients practice new ways of relating.
Her style blends acceptance-based practices with cognitive and mindfulness tools. That means noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, while also learning practical behavior changes. Melissa draws from her background as an LMHC in Florida to guide clients toward clearer goals and steady progress.
Conversations are collaborative and paced to each person’s comfort. The focus is on realistic changes people can use in daily life, whether at work, in relationships, or managing mood shifts.
How these approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while still taking steps toward what matters. It focuses on values and small actions that add meaning to daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, impulsivity, and mood shifts. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to process distressing memories in a structured way and can be part of trauma recovery and addiction work.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This happens together, with room to try things and adjust as progress is made.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce travel time and allow for quicker check-ins on days when a full session might not be possible. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, confirm current options before booking to know which formats are offered. Many people appreciate that remote sessions let them practice skills in real-life contexts and return to the next meeting with questions or updates.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Florida, Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
Melissa supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and self-esteem challenges. She also addresses related issues like codependency, communication problems, and impulsivity.
How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, blending acceptance-based work with cognitive and mindfulness techniques. Sessions focus on skills you can use between meetings and clearer day-to-day goals.
What is her background and clinical experience?
She has six years of clinical experience working with people facing mood and relationship challenges, trauma recovery, and addiction concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida and holds licensure details including FL LMHC and WA LMHC LH.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.