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M.A., M.Ed, LPC Melissa Galica

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Melissa Galica is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

More about me

Licensing: M.A., M.Ed, LPC Years in Practice: 8 State: Texas

Hi, I'm Melissa, you can call me Missy.

I have 7 years of counseling experience through the lifespan from 6 to 96. I also hold degrees in Sociology and Women's Studies and Counselor Education with LPC licensing. I am currently finishing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education. As a counselor, therapies I use often include CBT, DBT, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy. I am passionate about LBGTQIA+, college students, postpartum mothers, and other therapists.

I am easy-going, flexible, and willing to listen.

I am excited you stopped by today, seeking help is the hardest step, let's do the next steps together.

Other considerations to help make your choice:

I am available: M-F: 9 am - 2:00 pm for phone calls, and live messages I am unable to provide live video at this time.

I am not available on weekends.

I check all messages up until 5 pm each weekday

All sessions are 45 minutes long

**Video disclaimer: A "promise response" DOES NOT equate to a promise of treatment services.**

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Ranging from $60 to $90 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Issues
Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coaching Compassion fatigue
Languages Spoken
English

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Reviews for Melissa Galica

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(38 reviews)
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Melissa is absolutely amazing! She listens

Sep 06, 2023

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Mrs. Galica has been a great help to me. Very supportive and responsive.

Jul 24, 2023

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Very helpful and understandable to my need n problem

Mar 20, 2023

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Melissa is wonderful!

Feb 16, 2023

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She's great funny and listens

Jan 27, 2023

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Easy to talk too, responsive via the app as well. More conversation than anything which I like, had a therapist before where it was just me talking and didn’t like that.

Jan 19, 2023

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Melissa has helped me so much over the past two months. She is understanding, kind, a wonderful listener and professional. She really cares about you and your situation and it shows. She gave me the corrective thinking, tough love and guidance I really needed. She has helped me so much and I can’t thank her enough for it.

Dec 02, 2022

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She’s the most amazing therapist I’ve had. She’s like a friend to talk to who seems to know what to exactly say. I highly recommend.

B.E.·Aug 01, 2022

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She is amazing.

O.D.·Jul 06, 2022

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I've been with Melissa for so long it feels natural to speak with her and work through my challenges. I enjoy being able to send a message at any point of the day and have feedback, assurance and guidance beyond waiting for our session.

A.L.·May 31, 2022

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Great listener!

A.S.·May 27, 2022

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She is an amazing person, very helpful and listens to everything.

L.E.·Apr 19, 2022

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She is the best for me, hands down.

T.O.·Apr 11, 2022

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I’ve always been nervous about therapy and emotionally opening up and I was amazed at the naturalness I had during sessions with Melissa. It feels more like talking to a friend than anything else. So grateful for her insight and professionalism and being able to balance that with a comfortable and personable environment.

E.R.·Jan 24, 2022

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She's amazing and helps with situations that may be difficult or embarrassing to talk about.

J.A.·Dec 21, 2021

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Ms. Galica has been incredible. She really helps me whenever I have my sessions and she makes me feel like i’m talking to a friend rather than a therapist. The conversation is always fluid snd I have seen a lot of changes in my life for the better since i started working with her

S.H.·Dec 10, 2021

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Melissa is a great and empathetic listener and helped me a lot to untie many knots that lead to several "aha" moments. She give constructive advice and provides clear guidance as to what to do or think about in more depths, if applicable. She has been a pillar to much personal growth for me this year. She only does counseling over phone only at this time and I must say that I prefer it this way. In the past I had found myself often too self-conscious in face to face sessions with previous therapists. So, if she were to provide the option for face to face sessions, I probably would prefer to continue over phone only.

S.U.·Dec 07, 2021

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Amazing isn't enough of a descriptor when talking about Missy. She is professional while still being warm, kind, and non-judgmental. Her sessions feel like you are just talking with a friend who gives advice that you can trust and put into practice. In the end, you feel lighter even when the topic is weighty. You are making a great choice when choosing her as your therapist.

B.R.·Nov 13, 2021

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Melissa is awesome!! I know she’s busy but she always responds to me. She is encouraging and has a lot of good insight. Easy to talk to.

P.A.·Oct 26, 2021

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Melissa is very kind, supportive, and comforting. I'm so glad I get to work with her!

P.A.·Sep 27, 2021

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Melissa made me feel comfortable and actually listened to me. After only a few sessions she has helped me build confidence to set boundaries with people, identify things that give me anxiety, and tools to alleviate some of my anxiety.

M.A.·Sep 14, 2021

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I have stayed with Melissa my whole time on better help because I've valued and enjoyed her involvement in my journey.

A.L.·Sep 14, 2021

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Melissa is extremely compassionate, skilled, and kind. She is so easy to talk to during my session and I really appreciate her warmth and use of humor! I feel fortunate to have her as my counselor and I have seen personal growth in myself since beginning my journey with Betterhelp a few months ago. Thanks, Melissa! :-)))

C.O.·Aug 24, 2021

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I’ve had 3 sessions with Melissa and she is fantastic! Funny when appropriate, but down to business. So supportive.

A.S.·Aug 05, 2021

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Melissa is the sole reason why I have stayed with BetterHelp for therapy. She has a very caring, and fun personality and she understands the severity of things while also making you feel like it’s okay to laugh along the way. I would recommend her 1000% times over.

F.A.·Aug 03, 2021

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I highly recommend Missy. She is a bright light and has a spectacular personality unlike anyone else I know. She is kind, helpful and funny. She is also very well accomplished and an expert in her craft. She helped me through a time I didn’t think I could ever get through and for that I am forever grateful. Missy is one of a kind!

V.I.·Jul 11, 2021

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Melissa has been wonderful!!! She is very funny but also is "matter of fact" which I love. I need to hear the truth...Sometimes it's the hard truth but I'm so glad to have her!

T.I.·Jun 04, 2021

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Melissa is really nice and down to earth. I appreciate her friendly spirit she brings to my counseling.

L.I.·Jun 03, 2021

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So far she has been the best therapist I've had. She's understanding, positive, but not afraid to get to the point. Sweet and fun to chat with aside from therapy and very comforting in times of need.

R.E.·May 19, 2021

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Understanding and outgoing! I really appreciate the fact that she let’s me speak without always jumping in. Gives great advice and ways to improve on myself.

G.L.·May 17, 2021

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So far I'm very happy to have someone who can give me a different perspective on things. Excited for what the future brings with her help.

B.E.·Apr 12, 2021

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Love her! She is wonderful to talk to

M.E.·Apr 07, 2021

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So far my sessions have been good. And I look forward to our live chat.

M.E.·Mar 29, 2021

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She very out going understanding of things and helps in different ways. Highly recommend

Z.A.·Mar 25, 2021

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Melissa is relatable and has a variety of life experiences.

S.T.·Mar 20, 2021

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She’s a very sweet woman. I’m very comfortable speaking with her about the things that trouble me a lot to the little stressors in my life. I highly recommend if you’re looking for someone whose actually going to listen to you and give a response that doesn’t sound repetitive

B.E.·Mar 11, 2021

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Melissa is the best! She has been super helpful during this very stressful period in my life professionally, personally, emotionally, etc... Very grateful for her!!!!

A.U.·Nov 30, 2020

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Missy is an excellent therapist and I would recommend her to anyone! She is an active listener and gives great advice when needed. 10/10!

Z.E.·Nov 19, 2020

Benefits

Affordable, convenient, and accessible, Melissa Galica offers counseling online

  • Affordable: Pay a low flat fee.
  • Convenient: Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
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