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Melissa Ray, 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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Melissa. View 11 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

Recent reviews

I love Melissa's approach to therapy. She asks the right questions and her responses help me feel validated and safe. I appreciate the words of encouragement that she intuitively knows to say even when I didn't realize I needed to hear it myself. I highly recommend Melissa!

Reviewed November 2024

My therapist is gentle and displays calm kindness that I need. Therapy with her has been an answer to prayer.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Melissa

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hello! My name is Melissa. I am a liscensed clinical social worker I look forward to beginning work with you to improve your overall mental health!

I graduated from Edinboro University in 2017 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I obtained my LCSW in 2020.

Since becoming a social worker in 2013, I have gained some professional experience working in child welfare, hospital social work, community mental health, school-based therapy and residential treatment, as well as personal experience with foster care and adoption.

I can provide an array of treatment modalities, such as: CBT, DBT, and ACT. I am also certifited in Trauma Focused-CBT and I always provide trauma informed care.

I look forward to helping you work through your depression, anxiety, trauma and/or any other challenges you are facing that take away from you living your best possible life. I can't wait to meet you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Self esteem Anger management Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Trichotillomania Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Gottman Method
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Melissa Ray's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801439781.

  • LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW021317 · Expires February 2025

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 Ray

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

Overall rating:

4.5

11 reviews

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Clients mention: Listens Anxiety Calm Caring Easy Excellent Great Helped Knowledgeable Recommend

I love Melissa's approach to therapy. She asks the right questions and her responses help me feel validated and safe. I appreciate the words of encouragement that she intuitively knows to say even when I didn't realize I needed to hear it myself. I highly recommend Melissa!

Reviewed November 2024

My therapist is gentle and displays calm kindness that I need. Therapy with her has been an answer to prayer.

Reviewed November 2024

Melissa is a tactful therapist with considerate responses and engagement.

Reviewed August 2024

Melissa has been a great help to me. I have been struggling with depression and anxiety from past traumas for most of my life. I've tried counseling and therapy several times over the years, but this is the first time I have stuck with it. Melissa is easy to talk to, respectful, non judgemental, and knowledgeable. She really listens and hears me. Her advice is appropriate and effective. I feel I've made good progress with her and plan to stay with her for a while. I highly recommended Melissa Ray.

Reviewed June 2024

Melissa really listened to my needs and helped a lot.

Reviewed June 2024

So far my thoughts of Melissa are she’s caring and very supportive.

Reviewed June 2023

Enjoy speaking with her when I can. She always listens to what I have to say or my worries.

Reviewed April 2023

Don't know quite yet, only one session so far

Reviewed September 2022

she’s an excellent communicator and really understanding especially with busy schedules

Reviewed August 2022

She’s awesome:))

Reviewed July 2022

This therapist looks experienced, but not a good match for me I would like to see who is available

Reviewed May 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Melissa Ray offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Melissa Ray 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 Ray speak?

Melissa Ray speaks English.

How many years of experience does Melissa Ray have?

Melissa Ray has 4 years of experience.

Where is Melissa Ray licensed to practice?

Melissa Ray is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Melissa Ray accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Melissa Ray accepts 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 Ray offer?

Melissa Ray offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Melissa Ray?

Melissa Ray 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 Ray?

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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.