- Stress and anxiety
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Solution-focused goals
About Melissa
Melissa Vallia is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana with four years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, depression, and coping with life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
She draws on a mix of conversational, structured, and goal-focused methods in sessions. Melissa uses Client-Centered Therapy to listen and reflect what matters to each person. She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot patterns of thought and behavior, and Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term goals and practical steps.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Louisiana State University-Shreveport and a Master of Science in Counseling from the same school. She has experience providing counseling in settings that included chaplaincy work in the U.S. Air Force, service roles with nonprofit organizations, and leadership in a local church.
In meetings she aims for direct conversation about current concerns and concrete skills to manage symptoms and daily stress. Sessions mix talking, identifying patterns, and practicing small experiments between meetings.
People who are worried about starting therapy often appreciate that Melissa explains next steps clearly and helps plan the first few sessions. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking, since specific session options are arranged when scheduling.
How her approaches work for online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters most to the client. Online sessions using this approach let the person lead the conversation while the therapist clarifies concerns and priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the thoughts and behaviors that maintain anxiety and low mood. In remote sessions CBT often involves setting small practice tasks and reviewing results between meetings to track what changes help.
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clear, short-term goals and practical next steps. This approach suits people who want to try specific strategies and measure progress over a few sessions.
Finding the best approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with the client to choose and adjust methods based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change as work progresses and new priorities appear.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking, as specific options are arranged when scheduling. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people use remote sessions to practice skills between meetings and to keep therapy consistent with daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Louisiana, Arkansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, depression, and coping with life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions combine Client-Centered listening with practical methods from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to set and work toward short-term goals.
How much experience does she have?
Melissa has four years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LPC licensed in Louisiana and practices from Louisiana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.