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Melissa Cooper, LMHC

Compassionate LMHC supporting stress and parenting
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Parenting and family guidance
  • Tailored treatment plans

About Melissa Cooper

Melissa Cooper is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 17 years of clinical experience. She began her career as a school counselor, working primarily with middle and high school students and their families, and later transitioned into broader mental health practice where she supports adults and parents facing life’s challenges. The LMHC credential indicates a professional license to provide mental health counseling and therapy services in the state where she practices.

Melissa has particular experience helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate parenting concerns, and build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion; she listens actively and adapts her conversational style and treatment plans to reflect each client’s unique circumstances and goals. Whether a client is seeking support for day-to-day coping or for more persistent struggles, Melissa aims to create a collaborative space where clients feel heard and guided.

Recognizing that beginning therapy can require courage, she affirms and supports that first step and works with clients to develop practical, personalized strategies that fit their lives and priorities.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCompassion fatigueADHD

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melissa Cooper have?

Melissa Cooper has 17 years of professional experience in counseling and mental health work.

Is Melissa Cooper a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMHC credential. License details are FL LMHC MH20517 and WA LMHC LH61478874.

In which languages does Melissa Cooper provide therapy?

Melissa Cooper provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Cooper located?

Melissa Cooper is located in Florida.

How can I work with Melissa Cooper as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Cooper through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melissa Cooper work with international clients?

Melissa Cooper does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa Cooper cost?

Costs 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 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Melissa uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as primary approaches in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and treating the client as the expert on their own life - this approach helps people build self-esteem, explore values, and address relationship or parenting concerns. CBT concentrates on identifying and modifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and it is often used to address anxiety, low mood, and stress by developing practical coping skills and thought reframing techniques.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melissa collaborates with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve. The partnership between client and therapist guides treatment decisions and keeps goals practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals. Video calls and phone sessions recreate face-to-face conversations, while live chat and text-based messaging provide shorter, more frequent check-ins that can fit into busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, reduce travel time, and access support from home or other convenient locations.

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