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Melissa Monroe , LPC

Therapist in Connecticut

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About Melissa

Melissa Monroe is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Connecticut who combines a long history in addiction and mental health treatment with a practical focus on health and wellness. She also works as a certified nutrition coach, which complements her clinical skills by supporting clients' physical well-being alongside their emotional growth. Her approach is rooted in strength-based and solution-focused principles that prioritize building a stable sense of self and identifying concrete, achievable steps toward change.

She creates individualized plans that fit busy lives, emphasizing sustainable habits, routines, and flexibility. Much of her work centers on helping parents reshape personal identity within the family, but she also supports people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship and family difficulties, grief, trauma, eating and food-related concerns, career questions, and compassion fatigue. Her aim is to reduce feelings of isolation, depression, and overwhelm while increasing empowerment and overall well-being.

Melissa blends practical tools with genuine support and education, meeting clients where they are and helping them prioritize mental and physical health so they can feel more productive and fulfilled. She is typically available 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some weekend availability by request.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Melissa integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathic listening and supporting the client's own goals and values, helping people build self-awareness and self-acceptance. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) addresses patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical skills to reframe thoughts and develop healthier routines. Solution-focused therapy emphasizes identifying strengths and small, actionable steps to move toward meaningful change, which can be especially useful for managing life transitions and building sustainable habits.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melissa works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors treatment plans to individual circumstances, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds so clients remain active partners in their care.

Online therapy with Melissa offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, over the phone, through live chat, or by text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain consistency during difficult periods, and access licensed professionals from home or work, supporting steady progress even when in-person visits are not possible.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Melissa Monroe have?

Melissa Monroe has 15 years of professional experience in addiction and mental health treatment.

Is Melissa Monroe a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details are CT LPC 002049.

In which languages does Melissa Monroe provide therapy?

Melissa Monroe provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Monroe located?

Melissa Monroe is located in Connecticut.

How can I work with Melissa Monroe as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Monroe through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melissa Monroe work with international clients?

Melissa Monroe does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa Monroe cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English

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