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- Family conflict
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
About Melissa
Melissa Brunson, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), is licensed in Georgia and has 11 years of experience. She helps people with family conflict, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, anger, and depression. Her work focuses on talking through feelings and practical ways to manage problems.
Melissa uses straightforward conversation to help people name what is happening and decide what to do next. She encourages honest discussion about hard topics like abandonment, attachment issues, and body image. Sessions address communication problems, control issues, and struggles with forgiveness and impulsivity.
She also supports people facing caregiver stress, questions about life purpose, and issues around pregnancy and childbirth. Self-love and rebuilding trust after trauma are regular topics. Melissa keeps the focus on concrete steps and clearer thinking rather than abstract theory.
Her approach centers on collaborative planning and skill practice. Clients work on strategies for managing anger, improving intimacy, and coping with depression. The therapist uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at practical change.
Melissa’s style is direct and steady. She asks clear questions, listens to responses, and helps people try small changes between sessions. This can include communication exercises, emotion regulation practices, and problem-solving tasks.
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Therapeutic approaches and how online work proceeds
Melissa uses evidence-based techniques that focus on skills and clear goals. One common approach she relies on involves practicing communication skills and problem-solving methods to reduce conflict and improve relationships. This helps with family tension, communication problems, and intimacy-related concerns.She also emphasizes emotion regulation strategies to manage anger and depressive symptoms. These techniques teach ways to notice strong feelings, slow reactions, and try different coping responses. That approach supports people dealing with impulsivity, control issues, and forgiveness work.
Choosing the best approach happens together. The therapist will review needs, goals, and preferences and suggest techniques that fit the situation. Clients and the therapist set small goals and adjust methods based on what works in real life.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking. Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and keeping appointments that would otherwise be difficult to attend. Online sessions can make shorter check-ins easier and reduce travel time so therapy fits into work, school, or caregiving routines.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with family conflict, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger, and depression. Additional focus areas include abandonment, attachment issues, body image, and caregiver stress.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses clear, conversational sessions that focus on practical steps and skill practice. The work emphasizes communication, emotion regulation, and problem-solving.
How much experience does she have?
She has 11 years of professional experience in counseling and related work.
What credential does she hold and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Georgia.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.