Melissa Averett, LPC
Licensed counselor supporting healing and growth
- LPC
- Client-Centered therapy
- CBT for thought work
About Melissa Averett
Melissa Averett is a Licensed Professional Counselor who brings a thoughtful, empathetic approach to therapy. She earned her Master Degree in Education Counseling from Southeastern Louisiana University in 2008 and practices with the training and perspective gained through that education. As an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - she works with adults across a range of life challenges and mental health concerns.
Melissa's clinical background includes four years working in a residential setting supporting women in recovery from addiction and nine years providing outpatient counseling to adults confronting a wide spectrum of struggles and mental illness. She supports people navigating the trauma of divorce, helping them begin processes of healing and forgiveness while addressing practical steps forward.
Her therapeutic style centers on Person-Centered counseling to build strong rapport and to help clients articulate their needs and set meaningful goals. She combines that with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and cognitive restructuring to identify, dispute, and reframe maladaptive thoughts into healthier beliefs. Melissa emphasizes teaching practical skills - healthy boundaries, improved self-esteem, understanding choices and consequences, adaptive coping strategies, and assertive communication - to strengthen relationships and everyday functioning. She aims to demonstrate warmth and empathy while collaborating with clients on difficult issues and toward their therapeutic goals.
Melissa's clinical background includes four years working in a residential setting supporting women in recovery from addiction and nine years providing outpatient counseling to adults confronting a wide spectrum of struggles and mental illness. She supports people navigating the trauma of divorce, helping them begin processes of healing and forgiveness while addressing practical steps forward.
Her therapeutic style centers on Person-Centered counseling to build strong rapport and to help clients articulate their needs and set meaningful goals. She combines that with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and cognitive restructuring to identify, dispute, and reframe maladaptive thoughts into healthier beliefs. Melissa emphasizes teaching practical skills - healthy boundaries, improved self-esteem, understanding choices and consequences, adaptive coping strategies, and assertive communication - to strengthen relationships and everyday functioning. She aims to demonstrate warmth and empathy while collaborating with clients on difficult issues and toward their therapeutic goals.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melissa Averett have?
Melissa Averett has 14 years of experience.
Is Melissa Averett a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: LA LPC 4551.
In which languages does Melissa Averett provide therapy?
Melissa Averett provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Averett located?
Melissa Averett is located in Louisiana.
How can I work with Melissa Averett as my therapist?
You can work with Melissa Averett through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Averett work with international clients?
Melissa Averett does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Averett cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Client-Centered and CBT Support Through Online Therapy
Melissa combines Client-Centered therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide people through emotional and practical challenges. Client-Centered therapy focuses on building a strong, respectful relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and helps clients clarify their needs and goals - it is useful for improving self-esteem, communication, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and cognitive restructuring help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, test them, and develop more balanced ways of thinking, which can support work on anxiety, depression, and daily coping skills.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melissa works collaboratively to determine what fits each person best. She tailors methods to a client’s goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the balance between supportive listening and skill-based techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access care from home, on the go, or at times that suit their schedules. These options make it easier to maintain consistent work in therapy while fitting treatment into busy lives and varied routines.