Melanie Mullins , LMHC, LPC

Melanie Mullins creates a respectful, nonjudgmental space where people can speak openly about their experiences and begin to make changes that matter to them. She values the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for growth and listens carefully to understand each person’s journey. With 8 years of clinical experience, Melanie draws on evidence-based methods to help clients reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and to identify areas where they can exert control and build more satisfying daily routines.

Her clinical training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which she uses to help clients examine patterns of thinking and behavior and to develop practical strategies for coping. Melanie also integrates other approaches tailored to each person’s needs, and she aims to support, educate, and empower those she works with. She has a specialty in working with active duty soldiers and Veterans and brings experience addressing trauma, grief, relationship challenges, addictions, ADHD, and a wide range of life stressors.

Melanie holds the credentials LMHC and LPC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor - and maintains licenses in New York and Connecticut. She approaches therapy with compassion and collaboration, helping clients identify goals and create concrete steps toward a more manageable and meaningful life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Melanie Mullins

Melanie uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - to support clients in clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility when facing difficult emotions or life changes. In addition, Client-Centered Therapy informs her work by emphasizing empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients feel heard and supported as they set goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melanie works together with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process allows adjustments over time so the work remains practical and relevant.

Online sessions are offered using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which provides flexibility for scheduling and the ability to access care from home or work. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into a busy life and allow Melanie to use interactive tools and real-time feedback to support progress.