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LCMHC

Melissa Smith, LCMHC

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationNorth Carolina
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Family
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Melissa

Melissa Smith is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with six years of professional experience.

Background and approach

She works with people facing a broad range of concerns including stress and anxiety, relationship and family issues, anger and motivation challenges, self-esteem and confidence, ADHD, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, and other life adjustments. Her training and experience inform a practical, evidence-informed approach tailored to each person's situation.

Melissa emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in her work, focusing on collaborative goal-setting and individualized care. She adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each client’s strengths, needs, and preferences, and supports clients through transitions that require new coping skills and perspectives.

Those seeking greater balance, improved functioning, or relief from persistent symptoms may find structured guidance and encouragement under her care.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care



Melissa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and collaborative problem solving. Cognitive-behavioral strategies help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete behavioral changes to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and manage ADHD-related challenges. These techniques often include planning, skill-building, and homework exercises that translate well to online sessions.

Another common approach she employs is skills-focused coaching that emphasizes emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. This style supports people working through anger, relationship stress, grief, and compassion fatigue by teaching pacing, communication strategies, and self-care practices that fit day-to-day life.

Choosing an approach is a joint process. The therapist works with each client to explore goals, preferences, and responses to different methods, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so the care remains aligned with the client's needs.

Online therapy offers practical benefits such as flexible scheduling and a range of formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to stay consistent with appointments. These options support ongoing momentum between sessions and allow clients to engage in ways that best suit their routines and comfort levels.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Melissa address?
She assists with many issues including stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, addiction-related concerns, trauma, grief, depression, and coping with life changes.
What is Melissa's therapeutic style?
Her approach is evidence-informed, collaborative, and tailored to each person's needs, emphasizing sensitivity, practical skills, and goal-focused work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Melissa has six years of professional experience working with clients on a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LCMHC credential and is licensed in North Carolina with license NC LCMHC 16153.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English; she also accepts international clients for online work.
In what formats are sessions available?
Appointments are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsAnger managementSelf esteemADHD

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English