Many things in life can cause us to feel off balance or not like ourselves. This can include difficult life transitions, lack of motivation, feeling 'stuck', struggles with becoming a mom, fertility problems, or grief and loss. 

When we experience these situations we can feel alone or scared to say how we really feel. I strive to make women feel comfortable and safe so that they can talk about the hardships of life and begin to feel like themselves again. 

 

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.   
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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. 
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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
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"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

I use proven treatment methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and other approaches to provide symptom relief.  I am available to meet with clients in-person or through online therapy. 

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Dr. Jennifer Collins and I are available for fertility consultations for individuals or couples using donor gametes for assisted reproduction as referred by a fertility doctor. All fertility consultations are virtual.

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Dr. Jennifer Collins is available for bariatric evaluations that are required for bariatric surgery. All bariatric evaluations are virtual. 

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See "Support Group" menu button for information about current groups.

Specialties 

Women's Concerns: 

  • Depression & Anxiety

  • Life Transitions 

  • Lack of Motivation or feeling "stuck"

Maternal Mental Health:​​

  • Postpartum Depression & Anxiety

  • Pregnancy Emotional Health

  • Fertility Treatment Support 

  • Miscarriage Support

Insurance

Accepted Insurance:

Highmark, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, UPMC, Capital, and

Quest Behavioral Health. *Fertility Consultations and Bariatric Evaluations are not covered by insurance. Good Faith Estimates will be provided for OON and self-pay clients.

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I also accept self-pay clients. There are many benefits to receiving therapy without utilizing insurance benefits, information can be found here: http://livingwellcc.net/paying-privately-vs-insurance

Service Fees 

Intake Session: $145

Therapy Session: $120

*Fertility Consultation: $275 Couples, $225 Individual
*Bariatric Evaluation: $250

  *Not covered by insurance 

Missed Appointment/Late Cancel Fee: $85

 
 

Contact Melissa

Please feel free to reach out, I am happy to answer any questions. 

Liberty Place 
313 W. Liberty Street, Suite 272
Lancaster, PA 17603

717-478-3332
Melissa@therapysecure.com

*Free parking on premise

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