The Counselor

Hello, I'm Melanie Stevens! I am a native of South Louisiana, happily married, and a mama to two beautiful daughters. During my early and mid-twenties, I traveled to several different countries as a missionary and lived in Australia, helping youth and young adults deal with various life issues and develop spiritually. Through those experiences, I was inspired to return to school at Southeastern Louisiana University to become trained and skilled at helping others through mental and emotional difficulties. I have a Master of Education degree in Counseling Education and I am registered with the Louisiana LPC Board of Examiners as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).  

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I have worked in multiple clinical settings for more than ten years, assisting adults through an array of mental health diagnoses. I have experience treating (but not limited to) depression, anxiety disorders, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, spirituality, and behavioral issues. My approach to treatment is eclectic, primarily drawing upon techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered Therapy. Upon request, I will incorporate faith into the counseling process for those desiring to do so. My goal is for each person to leave their session feeling heard, accepted, and understood. 

 

"My greatest desire is to help my clients discover their strengths, while working through uncomfortable emotions, and finding freedom from the things that keep them "stuck."  

 Melanie Stevens