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Melissa Torres, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

4.8 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Melissa. View 39 reviews
Great news, Melissa is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Virginia

Recent reviews

Melissa has helped my mental health by listening to my concerns giving me great advice and assisting me in recognizing my potential value and worth. I am a strong resilient woman and she has helped me get through very difficult times. I value her as a therapist.

Reviewed March 2024

I've only had one session with Melissa so far, but I really feel safe and heard already. I have a good feeling that we will work well together.

Reviewed March 2021

More about Melissa

  • 15 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

You deserve to live a life that is balanced, fulfilling & meaningful. With the stressors & pressures of our society, it can be difficult to navigate your life’s roadmap. Therapy gives you the tools to learn from your past, be mindful in the present & pave the way for a brighter future. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or other issues that interfere with your personal well-being, psychotherapy can help you access your innate ability to heal & thrive. I have 14 years' experience empowering individuals & couples impacted by grief, illness, trauma & addiction.

I use a psychodynamic approach & integrate modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, & somatic work to help clients move towards enhanced self-understanding, symptom reduction, & interpersonal well-being. I strive to always meet you where you are & incorporate a flexible & integrative approach to address a wide array of needs.

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or a change in health, I feel your struggle is a valiant one worthy of respect, understanding & compassion. I would be honored if you chose to take that first step towards wellness with me.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Avoidant personality Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Multicultural concerns Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Melissa Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902119597.

  • LCSW · Virginia · 0904011528 · Renews June 2026

About online counseling

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.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Melissa Torres

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.8

39 reviews

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Melissa has helped my mental health by listening to my concerns giving me great advice and assisting me in recognizing my potential value and worth. I am a strong resilient woman and she has helped me get through very difficult times. I value her as a therapist.

Reviewed March 2024

I've only had one session with Melissa so far, but I really feel safe and heard already. I have a good feeling that we will work well together.

Reviewed March 2021

Melissa has opened the door for me to be able to authentically participate in my own healing, despite difficult feelings which often rise to the surface. Her expertise and genuine interactions serve to validate my experience, challenge my thinking, and create space for developing self-love and self-acceptance.

Reviewed November 2021

Melissa is helping me live a whole life

Reviewed November 2021

Melissa is the best counselor I've ever had. She makes me feel heard, respected, valued, accepted, and safe. She is truly a wealth of knowledge and every session I learn something new. I feel so lucky that I matched with Melissa.

Reviewed September 2021

I highly recommend M Torres. She is incredible at her job, and she broke down walls that I never even known I had put up. She takes time to get to the root issues and helps empower you. I feel like I was a completely different person before I met her, and I’m so thankful for her. 10/10 recommend!!

Reviewed August 2021

My therapist had made me enjoy therapy unlike my past therapist and she is very kind and her self during our sessions. She has helped me through a lot and I really appreciate her.

Reviewed May 2021

Words can't express my gratitude for Melissa. She is the perfect mix of personable and professional. She was great at reading me and offering various tools to help navigate my challenges. I can't speak highly enough of her.

Reviewed May 2021

Melissa is very professional, and helped me when I was in a dark time of my life. She takes the time to hear me and my concerns and gives very helpful guidance to fix whatever I come to her with. 10/10

Reviewed May 2021

Melissa has been such a great therapist. She's supportive and I feel like she really gets me. Whether it's by text or video appointment I feel like she has given me insight and help. It's been a great experience working with her. She's invested and really cares.

Reviewed May 2021

I am having a wonderful experience. I have started my online therapy last year because my depression and anxiety got much worse, and Melissa has been really helpful. What I appreciate the most of her is that she uses her expertise in an emphatic way. When you talk to her YOU KNOW she is listening and that she really cares about her patients. I feel grateful to being helped by her during this pandemic.

Reviewed May 2021

Melissa is wonderful. She sees me and respects me but gently pushes me to where I need to go. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed April 2021

I will forever be grateful to my counselor for the wisdom and guidance she has given to me. I 100% recommend M. Torres as she is very intuitive and great at getting to the root issues. She has helped me break through many barriers that I didn't even know I had. She is by far the best counselor/therapist I have ever had.

Reviewed April 2021

Mrs. Torres is very attentive and really cares about your issues.

Reviewed March 2021

I have been in and out of therapy offices since I was a kid. Throughout that time I’ve felt like my therapist or counselors didn’t understand me. Like they would give advice that was not sustainable. like the world will eventually become a rainbow and all will be well. With Melissa I feel heard and I know that life will suck some days but I’m strong enough to be able to navigate through those days. Melissa gets to understand her patients and teaches them ways to live life without her and that’s what therapy is for. To get to a point where you can identify your triggers and question which thoughts are valid and which aren’t. She gives you the tools to start living. I am grateful for that. Anyone would be lucky to have her help them in this crazy journey called life!

Reviewed February 2021

Very thoughtful and responsive. I appreciate her straightforwardness. Very empathetic. Very friendly.

Reviewed January 2021

Very professional, knows what she’s doing!

Reviewed January 2021

Melissa was the best counselor I could have asked for in my case. I'm so happy I was able to work with her. She gave me really useful tools to treat my anxiety and mental health, and it gave me the space I needed to find my peace. Thank you so much!

Reviewed January 2021

I have been working with Melissa for about a month. I will say that she is God sent and truly gifted. She gets it. She gets me. She gets my issues. I am happy to have her during this difficult time.

Reviewed January 2021

She has been great!

Reviewed January 2021

Melissa has a very unauthoritative and friendly approach, which enables you to express your vulnerabilities and feelings in an environment that is nonjudgemental. Not only does Melissa display great knowledge in her field of work, she also portrays a level of understanding from her own lived experiences and how they inform her practise, which is comforting and reassuring! Melissa uses both a very theoretical and personal approach during sessions which enables anxiety stuffer to understand both the biological side of anxiety, as well as the cognitive, which makes everything a little less scary! I have been doing therapy with Melissa for just over two months, and although I would say I’m not yet quite near recovery (although Melissa has taught me that I’m very hard on myself so this may not be the case) my anxiety has reduced significantly. I look forward to each session Melissa and would recommend Melissa to anyone seeking support with their anxiety!

Reviewed January 2021

She is kind, caring, and overall been helpful in helping me understanding my issues. I cannot recommend her enough.

Reviewed November 2020

I am relieved to have found a therapist that listens and provides useful help. We have been in only a handful of sessions, but I am feeling like the our sessions are productive. I really appreciate her compassion and commitment. Thank you

Reviewed November 2020

She had a wonderful bedside manner. She listens and communicates in a way that helpful and firm without it feeling condescending or overbearing. I'm so glad I found her!

Reviewed November 2020

Melissa is great therapist so far she makes did deep within yourself to understand why you have certain thoughts. She’s been proving great exercises for me to help my thoughts process when it comes to negative thinking. I’m already feeling better and it’s just the beginning. I can’t wait to continue my journey and looking forward to the outcome. I highly recommend her if you have General Anxiety and tend to think about negative thoughts.

Reviewed November 2020

I have just starting working with Melissa and she seems to be kind, caring, and informative. I appreciate her assistance.

Reviewed September 2020

Melissa takes the time to listen and encourages me to look outside of my comfort zone.

Reviewed September 2020

Ms.Torres is kind and understanding. She listens to your problems and finds the best fit solution or advice; solutions one can apply to their lives. At times it even feels like we’re friends because she makes you feel comfortable.

Reviewed September 2020

Melissa Torres is a wonderful therapist. She listens and understands my needs. Very knowledgeable and kind. I look forward to our next session.

Reviewed September 2020

She’s super responsive and lovely!

Reviewed September 2020

So far Melissa is a great match for me and my needs! She is understanding and patient. She makes me feel comfortable so I can be very honest. She offers realistic solutions to my issues. I would recommend!

Reviewed September 2020

She's great! A very good listener with great insight!

Reviewed August 2020

I enjoyed my session with Ms. Torres! She helped me gain perspective and insight.

Reviewed August 2020

She's helped me a lot even just with a few sessions. You can tell she geniuely cares about you and your well-being.

Reviewed August 2020

She's fantastic ! Very nice, kind and understanding, without being judgmental. Knows when to speak the painful truth but with love. Her life experiences mean she's someone who doesn't just have the head knowledge but have also lived it. Thanks again !

Reviewed August 2020

I m thanks for putting her as my counselor, we were talking, she listens to me, and give me option. I very happy with her

Reviewed July 2020

Melissa is extremely helpful and a great listener. In the short time we have conversed, she has made me feel very comfortable.

Reviewed July 2020

She’s been great since day one. Good listener, impressive skills and extremely supportive.

Reviewed July 2020

Melissa is such an attentive listener and helps me remind myself that I’m not crazy. She helps me feel optimistic and hopeful and never uncomfortable about my trauma. I am very thankful for her and wouldn’t want to change to anyone else ever.

Reviewed July 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Melissa Torres offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Melissa Torres works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Melissa Torres speak?

Melissa Torres speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does Melissa Torres have?

Melissa Torres has 15 years of experience.

Where is Melissa Torres licensed to practice?

Melissa Torres is licensed to practice in Virginia.

Does Melissa Torres accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Melissa Torres does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Melissa Torres offer?

Melissa Torres offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Melissa Torres?

Melissa Torres can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Melissa Torres?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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