Melissa Averett , LPC

Melissa Averett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who earned a Master of Education in Counseling from Southeastern Louisiana University in 2008. She brings experience from both residential and outpatient settings, having worked with women in recovery from addiction and providing outpatient counseling to adults facing a wide range of struggles and mental health concerns.

She supports people who have experienced the trauma of divorce by guiding them through the healing and forgiveness process. Her therapeutic approach centers on client-centered therapy - building rapport and collaborating with each person to identify needs and set realistic counseling goals.

Melissa also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and cognitive restructuring to help individuals spot unhelpful thought patterns, challenge those thoughts, and shift toward healthier beliefs. She teaches skills such as setting healthy boundaries, improving self-esteem, understanding choices and consequences, developing coping strategies, and practicing assertive communication to strengthen relationships.

Throughout the therapeutic process she aims to convey warmth and empathy while addressing difficult topics, working alongside clients toward their established goals.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder if online therapy can really make a difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that fits their schedule and comfort level: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This variety makes it easier to maintain consistent care amid busy routines.

Licensed professionals provide these remote services, and people can change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For those weighing options, online therapy offers accessible ways to pursue support and practical strategies from trained therapists.