- CBT techniques
- Trauma-informed work
- Goal-focused planning
About Melissa
Melissa Robles is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana with five years of experience in mental health. She has worked in schools, short-term inpatient mental health hospitals, clinics, and agency settings. Melissa has supported people facing trauma, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, victims and witnesses of crime, parenting struggles, career challenges, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and major life transitions.
She offers both group and individual work and has experience facilitating sessions in multiple settings. Her approach draws on several therapy methods so she can adapt to what each person needs. Melissa combines practical change-focused techniques with deeper exploration when appropriate.
In sessions she uses cognitive-behavioral tools to address unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She also draws on trauma-focused methods when past harm affects current life, and psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat over time. Solution-focused ideas are used to set concrete goals and steps forward.
Melissa aims to build a respectful working relationship and to be straightforward about goals and methods. She often brings humor into sessions when it fits, and pays attention to cultural background and life context. Clients can expect a mix of short-term problem solving and longer-term reflection depending on what they need.
Many young adults seek her help with stress, anxiety, career choices, relationship concerns, identity questions, and coping with big life changes. If a person is unsure where to start, Melissa helps pick practical first steps and measurable goals.
How her approaches translate to online work
Melissa draws on cognitive-behavioral therapy to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this often looks like setting clear goals, practicing new skills between sessions, and tracking progress. She also uses trauma-focused therapy to address the impact of past harm on current functioning, using stabilizing exercises and stepwise processing when appropriate.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Melissa will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels manageable, and then recommend a mix of methods. That decision is collaborative and can change as things progress.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let someone join from a quieter space or choose audio-only if video is difficult. Discussing practical arrangements happens during the intake so sessions match everyday life and responsibilities.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, body image, and related areas.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses an integrative, practical style that combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, trauma-focused, and solution-focused ideas to match a person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of experience working in schools, inpatient mental health settings, clinics, and agencies.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to schedule with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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