Melissa Sparkman Bakas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Saint Johns, FL 32259
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in FL, GA, TN, TX, UT, NM, WA, IN, and RI specializing in helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, stress, depression, grief/loss, conflict and life transitions. I provide individual and couples therapy sessions online. I take a holistic approach to therapy using traditional psychotherapy techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. In 2001 I completed a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW) from Florida State University. I received my license in 2004.
I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, hospice programs, schools, and as an independent contractor providing tele-mental health counseling services to individuals and couples who are experiencing varying levels of challenges due to chronic medical conditions, life situations, and/or mental health concerns.
I enjoy helping individuals and couples work through the challenges of today's world as we take the journey together to get you to where you want to be in your life.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $200
- Pay by Venmo, Zelle
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Melissa Sparkman Bakas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / SW7610 Melissa Sparkman Bakas
- In Practice for 20 Years
- License: State of Georgia CSW007412 / 2020
- License: State of Tennessee LSW0000006942 / 2018
- Attended Florida State University, MSW, Graduated 2001
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (904) 682-9246
Melissa Sparkman Bakas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Coping Skills
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Bisexual
- Cancer
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Veterans
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (904) 682-9246
Melissa Sparkman Bakas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Single Mother
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Single Mother
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Family / Marital
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (904) 682-9246
Melissa Sparkman Bakas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (904) 682-9246
Melissa Sparkman Bakas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW