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Melanie Walton, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Melanie. View 17 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Alabama

Recent reviews

Melanie has been amazing since we started working together. She listens to me and provides me solution based approaches to issues we discuss.

Reviewed June 2022

This is a great service, and Melanie is a fantastic person and therapist!!

Reviewed July 2023

More about Melanie

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama with over 20 years of experience. I've always had a desire to help people even as a little girl. My motto in life is "How can I help?" I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including substance abuse, anger issues, parenting/co-parenting problems, relationship issues, intimate partner violence, anxiety, depression, and physical/psychological trauma.

My therapy style is direct and interactive. I believe in building rapport in order to establish the therapeutic alliance within the first few weeks of therapy. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and genuineness. I prefer a variety of approaches to treatment such as cognitive-behavior therapy, solution focused therapy, and person-centered treatment just to mention a few. However, the approach selected will meet the individual exactly where they are. Treatment plans' goals and objectives are formulated based on the individual’s strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.

It takes strength and courage to invest in a more fulfilling and happier life. Thinking for a change will assist in gaining a new perspective and outlook. So if you are ready to take that step, then I ask,

"How can I help?"

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

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)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Melanie Walton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700543766.

  • LPC · Alabama · 4351 · Expires July 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 Melanie Walton

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

Overall rating:

5.0

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Helpful Comfortable Easy Excellent Fantastic Helped Understand Understanding

Melanie has been amazing since we started working together. She listens to me and provides me solution based approaches to issues we discuss.

Reviewed June 2022

This is a great service, and Melanie is a fantastic person and therapist!!

Reviewed July 2023

Melanie has deep expertise related to addiction and trauma. She has helped me reframe my thinking and self-awareness in ways that have helped me understand the root causes of my addictive behaviours and create new patterns that have increased my mental and physical well-being. She does this with great care, empathy, compassion and clarity.

Reviewed June 2023

Melanie has been an awesome therapist to work with! She was a great match for me. She is very mature in her own walk with the Lord and that was really important for me in my current season of life. She is always so pleasant and lovely, she truly listens and has very good insight and has given me great tools to help me. Thank you Melanie!

Reviewed March 2023

I had many wonderful sessions with Melanie. She's deeply empathetic, a great listener, patient, and thoughtful. Very much looked forward to our sessions and got a lot out of them.

Reviewed March 2023

Melanie is a great listener and is really great at making you reflect. I feel comfortable with her and conversations are easy. She is very knowledgeable.

Reviewed November 2022

Melanie is a very sweet, warm and helpful therapist, clear out my thoughts through guidance. After the session, I feel more confident and know what to do next.

Reviewed September 2022

Melanie is fantastic! She gives great advice and nuggets I can take with me to try things differently. I'm enjoying the experience thus far being a newbie to therapy.

Reviewed July 2022

Melanie is great at understanding how I feel and the amount of pressure i have on me. I'm encouraged to do things for myself, and take time for myself in an extremely high stress position.

Reviewed June 2022

She listens and tries her best to understand your point of view and gives you healthy tips of how you manage your stress/anxiety.

Reviewed June 2022

It was a pleasure meeting Melanie and speaking to her during hard times. I hope I get to speak to her someday. I thank her so much.

Reviewed June 2022

Melanie has been immensely helpful to me. She is an excellent listener, she has great recall of our conversations, and she is kind and supportive. Our sessions have brought many things to light. I'm very happy with my growth and progress since taking her on as my therapist.

Reviewed June 2022

Ms. Watson is an excellent therapist; she listens and expertly guides her clients.

Reviewed May 2022

Melanie has been great to work with! I love the live chats since it fits into my unpredictable schedule. Thank you for this service- it’s so helpful

Reviewed May 2022

Very easy to talk to

Reviewed May 2022

Melanie made me feel comfortable from the get-go. It felt like talking to a good friend.

Reviewed March 2022

Very experienced, understanding and caring. Very astute and intuitive, I find her to be a safe place where I can share what is going on.

Reviewed March 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Melanie Walton offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Melanie Walton 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 Melanie Walton speak?

Melanie Walton speaks English.

How many years of experience does Melanie Walton have?

Melanie Walton has 20 years of experience.

Where is Melanie Walton licensed to practice?

Melanie Walton is licensed to practice in Alabama.

Does Melanie Walton accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Melanie Walton 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 Melanie Walton offer?

Melanie Walton 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), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Melanie Walton?

Melanie Walton 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 Melanie Walton?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.