Melissa Bakas

LCSW
Accepting Clients

I specialize in helping individuals navigate life's challenges. If you are a non-FL resident please email me at melissabakas1@gmail.com.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

I help individuals navigate anxiety, stress, depression, grief/loss and life transitions. I provide individual therapy sessions online. I take a holistic approach to therapy using traditional psychotherapy techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I enjoy helping people work through the challenges of today's world as we take the journey together to get you to where you want to be in your life.

My Background and Approach

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in FL, GA, TN, TX, IN, RI, WA, NM and UT specializing in helping individuals navigate anxiety, stress, depression, grief/loss and life transitions. I provide individual therapy sessions online. I take a holistic approach to therapy using traditional psychotherapy techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. In 2001 I completed a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW) from Florida State University. I received my Florida license in Social Work (LCSW) in 2004. I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, hospice programs, schools, and as an independent contractor providing tele-mental health counseling services to individuals who are experiencing varying levels of challenges due to chronic medical conditions, life situations, and/or mental health concerns.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Motivational Interviewing
Other Techniques
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief or Loss
Other Issues
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Oscar Health
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 22 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $90 - 120/session

Reach out to Melissa