Melissa Barnes
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Bradenton, FL 34203
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I have over 22 years of experience as a psychotherapist, practicing in various settings. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both the State of Florida and New York, having earned two Master's degrees from Long Island University. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I hold certifications in several treatment modalities including Brain Paint (Neurofeedback), Beautiful Me (self-esteem program for teens), Nature Informed Therapy, mindfulness and trauma resolution. I take a holistic approach to healing that helps to uncover the root cause of non-productive thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
My areas of expertise include treating stress, anxiety, depression, trauma resolution, ADHD, anger management, self-esteem, autism, OCD and marital conflicts. I also have experience in supporting patients who have various chronic health conditions, such as, lyme disease, which is close to my heart.
I am here for you and I look forward to supporting and guiding you through your challenges. I hope to positively motivate you to make changes and to a place of better health, social functioning, and ultimately, happiness. You can contact me at Suncoast Psychotherapy and Associates by going to www.Suncoastpsychotherapy.com and clicking on New Clients tab
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
Insurance
- Anthem | Elevance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- Florida Blue
- New Directions | Lucet
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
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Melissa Barnes
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH22621 Melissa Barnes
- In Practice for 25 Years
- License: New York 000657-01 / 2019
- Attended Long Island University, MS in school Psychology and MS in Mental Health counseling, Graduated 2003
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (941) 336-7859
Melissa Barnes
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Marital and Premarital
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obesity
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (941) 336-7859
Melissa Barnes
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Brainspotting
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Neurofeedback
- Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
- Person-Centered
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (941) 336-7859
Melissa Barnes
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (941) 336-7859
Melissa Barnes
Counselor, MS, LMHC