Melissa LaCour LPC

Through relationship counseling, you can: Navigate feelings of self-blame or low self-esteem within relationships, establish healthier boundaries without guilt, develop the ability to advocate for your own needs, learn communication techniques for handling difficult situations, cultivate genuine confidence in your relationships, and break patterns that have held you back. Relationship counseling offers you a space to gain insights, develop new skills, and show up as your most authentic self.

I have a literal lifetime of experience with adoption as an adoptee, an aunt whose nephew was placed for adoption, & a professional who has worked in the adoption community since 2018. I work with teen & adult adoptees, parents and caregivers, and all members of the adoption constellation — from international, domestic, and foster care adoptions — navigating trauma, grief, identity, attachment, parenting, life transitions, and relationships. I approach therapy through the 7 Core Issues.

Person-centered therapy, developed by Carl Rogers, emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness from the therapist to foster self-exploration and growth in clients. It's about creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can freely express themselves, leading to greater self-awareness and personal development.

Relationship counseling involves a trained therapist helping couples or individuals navigate challenges in their relationships. It aims to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen emotional bonds. Through therapy sessions, couples explore their dynamics, learn effective communication strategies, and work towards healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

I'm adopted. I've changed careers. I've experienced marriage and loss. I don't bring my story into the room to make it about me, but I do bring genuine understanding of what it feels like to stand at a crossroads and not know which way to go. My approach is warm, personalized, and grounded. You won't get a generic roadmap here. You'll get a therapist who actually listens and walks alongside you.

I most often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. I also utilize a solutions-focused approach to help you feel more in control and create action steps to improve your life.