Hi, I’m Melissa 

(She/Her)

LMSW-C, Michigan

I was born in Vietnam and adopted into a multi-racial family in Metro Detroit. I grew up surrounded by various cultures, socioeconomic classes, and mental health issues.

I received my Master’s of Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University in 2020 and have experience with At-Risk Youth, Child & Adult Adoptees, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Family Dynamics and Grief.

The most effective therapy occurs when a client feels comfortable and confident in working with their therapist. Schedule a FREE consultation to gain an understanding of my techniques and if you feel I am the right therapist for you.

If you are specifically looking for a therapist with personal experience with…..

  • Multiracial Families

  • Intercountry Adoption

  • Pregnancy/Motherhood

  • Terminal Illness/Caretaking

  • College stress/Independent Living Transition

I am the therapist for you!

Treatment Approach & Specialties

I prefer a client-centered approach to help empower individuals to continue their betterment after services end. Techniques include EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Youth (Ages 13-17)

  • Childhood Trauma including Abuse & Neglect

  • ACEs (Children of Divorce, Adoption, Homelessness, etc.)

  • Academic Related Stress

  • Self-Esteem

  • Feelings of Anxiety

  • Feelings of Depression

  • Family & Social Relationships

  • Life Transitions

  • Grief/Loss

College and Early ADulthood (Age 18-25)

  • Childhood Trauma including Abuse/Neglect

  • Adjusting to Adulthood Independence

  • Unlearning Negative Thoughts and Habits

  • School/Starting Career Stress

  • Feelings of Anxiety

  • Feelings of Depression

  • Family & Social Relationships

  • Life Transitions (Grieving loss of Childhood/Adjustment)

  • Self-Esteem

Adults

  • Trauma including domestic violence and sexual assault

  • Parenting/Postpartum Adjustments

  • Caregiving for an Parent with Dementia & Alzheimer’s

  • Lack of Purpose

  • Feelings of Anxiety

  • Feelings of Depression

  • Family & Social Relationships

  • Life Transitions

  • Grief/Loss