Melissa Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS-A (she, her)
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Sylva, NC 28779
Let's Connect (828) 678-6157
Currently taking new patients! I know you're making a hard decision! I'm so glad you're choosing to take care of yourself! Maybe you're struggling with knowing who you are beyond a parent, partner, sibling, student, etc..? Some phases in life are just so challenging. I want to help you navigate through these phases with hope; without telling you how to live your life. When we struggle with our mental wellness, the systems around us also struggle, maybe that's your family, kids, pets, relationships, work, friends/social life, etc. In my sessions, YOU can lead the way and I will challenge and encourage you to see beyond the surface.
I specialize stress reduction for all ages, perinatal mental health, adjusting families, childhood behavior, and limited substance use support. I use a systems perspective to identify stressors within relationships & families. I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, IPT, play therapy, expressive (art) therapies. I am a certified Bringing Baby Home Educator.
I believe that you are uniquely you and that is so wonderful! I recognize and support human differences and needs. I know that committing to therapy is a difficult decision and I want you to find the best match possible! I offer a free 15 minute consultation to see if you think I'm a good fit for you or we can jump right in! Please email or call to schedule!
Call or Email Melissa Shelton now for a free 15 minute consultation - (828) 678-6157
Let's Connect (828) 678-6157
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 678-6157
Melissa Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS-A
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / C015961 Melissa Shelton
- In Practice for 4 Years
- License: NCASPPB LCAS-26711 / 2022
- Certificate from The Gottman Institute VLY592IAUS / 2023
- Attended Western Carolina University, MSW, Graduated 2020
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 678-6157
Melissa Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS-A
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Body Positivity
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Internet Addiction
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Transgender
- Video Game Addiction
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 678-6157
Melissa Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS-A
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Family Systems
- Gestalt
- Gottman Method
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (828) 678-6157
Melissa Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS-A
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (828) 678-6157
Melissa Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS-A