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LMFT

Melissa Woodby, LMFT

  • Experience12 years
  • LocationTennessee
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Melissa

Melissa Woodby is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in Tennessee with 12 years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and relationship or intimacy concerns.

Background and approach

She also addresses challenges such as parenting, family problems, addictions, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and a range of issues related to self-esteem, career, and major life transitions. Her work extends to complex topics like abandonment, dissociation, domestic violence, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and panic symptoms.

She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and begin practical steps toward change. Melissa emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping clients identify goals and build skills to manage emotions, communication, and everyday functioning.

Her background in marriage and family therapy informs a systems-aware approach that considers how relationships and history shape current struggles. Clients can expect a supportive guide who focuses on compassionate problem solving and growth.

Melissa frames therapy as a courageous choice and partners with each person to develop strategies tailored to their needs, whether coping with acute stress or working through longer-term patterns.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Online



Melissa uses established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and improve daily functioning. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms; these methods teach practical skills for managing mood and worries. Trauma-informed strategies attend to the effects of past harm by helping clients process painful experiences at a pace that feels manageable and by building coping resources for triggers and dissociation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melissa works collaboratively with each client to determine what methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time, combining skill building, problem solving, and relational insight so therapy feels personally relevant and actionable.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These formats make it easier to attend sessions around work, family, or other commitments while maintaining continuity of care with licensed professionals who support ongoing progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Melissa commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, intimacy-related issues, addictions, ADHD, and many relationship and family concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, focusing on empowerment and practical skill building to help clients meet their goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 12 years of professional experience as a licensed therapist in clinical practice.
Where is she licensed and based?
Melissa is licensed in Tennessee as an LMFT, holding license number TN LMFT 1312.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
She conducts therapy in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered by 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 use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBody imageCommunication problemsDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseYoung adult issues

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Tennessee

Languages

English

What Melissa can help with

Melissa Woodby works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, depression, and coping with life changes.

Melissa works with clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, and depression.

Experience and training

Melissa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Tennessee.

Therapy style

Melissa aims to support & empower you in that journey.