Melissa Dawicki, LPC
LPC supporting stress, grief, and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Relationship and family issues
About Melissa Dawicki
Melissa Dawicki is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 17 years of behavioral health experience. She practices from a strengths-based, collaborative stance, helping individuals and families navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem concerns, relationship and family challenges, sleep difficulties, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. Her background includes work in community mental health, emergency room settings, private practice, and telehealth, which has shaped a practical approach to meeting clients where they are.
Melissa draws from evidence-based methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. She emphasizes active collaboration, regular feedback, and gradual skill-building so clients develop tools for coping with life changes, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, blended family issues, and other complex situations. Melissa does not accept cases where substance abuse or addiction is the primary concern.
Licensed in South Carolina (SC LPC 5805) and West Virginia (WV LPC 2706), Melissa centers care on respect, empowerment, and realistic goals. Her practice values patience and persistence, recognizing that meaningful change often takes time. She has experience delivering care through telehealth modalities and in-person settings, and she focuses on helping clients gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and build resilience.
Melissa draws from evidence-based methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. She emphasizes active collaboration, regular feedback, and gradual skill-building so clients develop tools for coping with life changes, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, blended family issues, and other complex situations. Melissa does not accept cases where substance abuse or addiction is the primary concern.
Licensed in South Carolina (SC LPC 5805) and West Virginia (WV LPC 2706), Melissa centers care on respect, empowerment, and realistic goals. Her practice values patience and persistence, recognizing that meaningful change often takes time. She has experience delivering care through telehealth modalities and in-person settings, and she focuses on helping clients gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and build resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melissa Dawicki have?
Melissa Dawicki has 17 years of experience.
Is Melissa Dawicki a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with licensure in South Carolina (SC LPC 5805) and West Virginia (WV LPC 2706).
In which languages does Melissa Dawicki provide therapy?
Melissa provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Dawicki located?
Melissa is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Melissa Dawicki as my therapist?
Clients can work with Melissa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Dawicki work with international clients?
Melissa Dawicki does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Dawicki 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 a 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Melissa integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a client-centered stance to support change. ACT helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility so they can move toward meaningful goals despite difficult thoughts or feelings. CBT focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.Client-Centered Therapy places the client’s experience and goals at the forefront, emphasizing empathy, active listening, and collaborative planning. Together the therapist and client decide which strategies fit best, and adjustments are made over time to match evolving needs and preferences.
Online therapy offers practical advantages for those seeking care from licensed professionals. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging increase scheduling flexibility and make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, caregiving responsibilities, or when in-person options are limited. This range of modalities allows therapists to tailor communication and techniques to each client’s comfort and lifestyle, while keeping treatment focused on progress and real-world application.