Question 1

Location Questions

Accepted Answer

Liberty Place is located at 313 W. Liberty Street, Lancaster, PA 17603, north of Franklin and Marshall College and the Barnstormers Stadium. Please use the entrance with the glass doors. The building has two large free parking lots and nearby free street parking as well. My office is located in suite 272.

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Question 2

Your First Visit

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1. Phone Consultation: We will set up a time to speak on the phone where I will gather information. During this brief call it is important to determine whether I am the best person to help you reach your goals. If so, we will schedule an intake appointment. However, if I am unable to provide the services requested I will happily help you find a good match.   2. First session: Plan to meet me in the lobby where I will show you to the office space, suite 272. There is a private waiting room with complimentary beverages and snacks. Once the session begins, any relevant information you feel comfortable sharing will be discussed. During this time we will determine your goals for treatment and the best therapy methods to reach them.

Question 3

What is CBT and Mindfulness?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: CBT is a proven treatment to address many concerns including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. It increases awareness and understanding of our patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior. In therapy, clients learn to change and control these patterns.    Mindfulness: This skill allows us to be present in the moment and to break free from the emotional attachment that we place on many thoughts. We do this by practicing a neutral observation of our thoughts and bringing our attention back to this moment in time. Mindfulness has shown to decrease depression, anxiety and improves memory.

Question 4

Good Faith Estimate - No Surprises Act

Accepted Answer

As of January 2022 all self-pay clients have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining how much medical and mental health care will cost.

Under the law, health care providers need to give clients that do not have insurance or who are not using their insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.

Clients have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services.

Clients can ask their health care provider, and any other provider, for a Good Faith Estimate before scheduling a service.

If a bill is received that is at least $400 more than the Good Faith Estimate it can be disputed. Make sure to save a copy or picture of the Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises

Question 5

Resources

Accepted Answer

Postpartum Support International:  www.postpartum.net   Postpartum Progress:  www.postpartumprogress.com   Postpartum Books:  This Isn't What I Expected by Karen Kleiman  Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleiman  The Pregnancy and Postpartum Anxiety Workbook by Pamela Wiegartz & Kevin Gyoerkoe What Am I thinking: Having a Baby After Postpartum Depression by Karen Kleiman   Miscarriage Support:  Grieving the Child I Never Knew by Kathe Wunnenberg Empty Cradle, Broken Heart by Deborah Davis The Prenatal Bombshell by Stephanie Azri   Grief & Loss: Tear Soup: A Recipe for Healing After Loss  www.Grief.com www.Aboutgrief.com www.Griefyoga.com www.Holidaygrief.com   Fertility Treatment Support:  Unsung Lullabies by Janet Jaffee  The Trying Game by Amy Klein Not Pregnant by Cathie Quillet

About Melissa

Hello, I'm Melissa!
I have over 10 years of mental health experience and I am passionate about working with women and maternal mental health. I feel it is important to help women find their voice and be empowered to make the changes they wish to see.

My treatment method utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and other therapy approaches. This style allows women to learn concrete skills and to begin using them immediately.

Professional Training & Memberships

American Society of Reproductive Medicine

Certificate in Maternal Mental Health

CBT for Perinatal Mood Disorders

Perinatal Bereavement

Grief and Grieving

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Millersville University

Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology, Millersville University

"Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we'll ever do."

-Brene Brown

Therapy Services

Individual Therapy, Fertility Consultations, Bariatric Evaluations & Support Groups

Specialties

Insurance

Service Fees

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