Melissa Walder, LPC

My Approach

I strive to create an environment which fosters trust, safety, improved communication, empowerment, and healing; utilizing an integrated approach to the therapeutic process. The techniques I employ are customized to the unique needs of those I’m serving, while leveraging each person's individual strengths.

Specialty Areas

I believe one of the most important aspects of life is connecting with others, enabling each person to feel heard, seen, and valued. I specialize in working with adults to address anxiety, stress-management, low self-esteem, relational conflict, family dynamics, parenting and adapting to life transitions.

Education

Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Western Connecticut State University

Treatment Methods

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

Family systems therapy

Solution-focused therapy

Mindfulness