Melanie Roum , LCSW

Melanie Roum is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Louisiana with 15 years of clinical experience supporting adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, substance use concerns, and depression. She approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, affirming that each person is the expert of their own story and has resources they can draw on to navigate life’s challenges. Melanie emphasizes courage and gradual change, offering steady encouragement and practical strategies to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and happier life.

Her clinical work often incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), blending structured skill-building with acceptance-based and mindfulness-informed practices to address patterns that maintain distress. Melanie also shares personal spiritual conviction, noting that she finds the Bible helpful in overcoming difficulties and expressing a willingness to integrate that perspective when it aligns with a client’s values and goals.

Clients can expect a collaborative, empathetic clinician who aims to empower them through clear tools, reflective exploration, and tailored interventions. Melanie is available to guide individuals who are ready to take initial steps toward change and to support ongoing growth at a pace that feels manageable.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Melanie Roum uses a mix of evidence-guided approaches tailored to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning, and it is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult emotions while committing to meaningful action. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to help manage strong emotions and relationship challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Melanie works with each client to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress is made and needs evolve. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend elements from different models to create a personalized path forward.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into a busy schedule or to access support from home. These options support consistent engagement, allow for varied communication styles, and make it possible to continue therapeutic work across different life transitions.