About me

I am licensed in Virginia and Utah with 8 years of professional work experience. My experience includes working in Crisis Stabilization with adolescents and their families, helping with social anxiety, trauma and abuse, and managing emotions. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly, without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to feeling better and seeking a happier life takes courage. I am here for you.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Anger management
  • Depression
  • Coping with life changes
Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Family conflicts , Grief , Parenting issues , Bipolar disorder , Blended family issues , Communication problems , Control issues , Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) , Family problems , Forgiveness , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 8

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

UT LCMHC 12955267-6004

VA LPC 0701010165

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melanie Sexton. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Oct 06, 2025 after therapy with Melanie for 3 months

Melanie was very kind and professional. I am the parent so I did my best to respect my kid's privacy and don't know the details.

Written on Feb 02, 2025 after therapy with Melanie for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

I have actually referred a couple to her they are just working out the financing to try to see her! I love Mel and am so glad that I've gotten her.

Written on May 23, 2024 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Melanie is terrific. She helped me identify and manage my triggers and validated my feelings and emotions. She also helped me identify a realistic treatment plan so that I can focus on my goals and improve my overall health and wellbeing.

Written on Jun 12, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning relationship

I feel very fortunate to have worked with Melanie, and owe her my sincerest gratitude for helping me through such a tumultuous time in my life.

Written on Apr 09, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties

She’s great

Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 3 months on issues concerning relationship

Melanie is amazing! She has helped us through a lot of our problems and taught us how to get through them ourselves. We appreciate everything she has done for us❤️

Written on Mar 09, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

I have been very pleased with our sessions.

Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Melanie is very good at identifying the stressors in one’s relationship and giving tips on how to make improvements that will have lasting affects. I appreciate her help in my marriage.

Written on Dec 04, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes

I've never been able to truly express how I feel before being connected to Ms.Melanie I'm thankful for her helpful advice and how to guide on various things.

Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Very helpful

Written on Oct 14, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

I really enjoy talking to Melanie!

Written on Sep 18, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, anger management, and adhd

Thank you.

Written on Aug 05, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts

melanie is great

Written on Jul 16, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I’m glad I found this. It’s really helping me.

Written on Jul 08, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Melanie is an experienced and knowledgeable therapist that brings a ‘real talk’ approach to the therapeutic relationship. She responds in a timely manner and will continue communicating with you until you feel necessary. She ensures to check in on you and provides an ongoing supportive environment for multiple facets of life that may be challenging (eg. relationship counselling, mental health, personal growth/development/goals). Above all Melanie is compassionate and validating and with these core values I would happily recommend her to others seeking an online therapist.

Written on Jun 22, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes

Melanie has been instrumental in my healing process. She listens, she responds in a timely manner, and I really do feel supported with her. I couldn’t be more thankful for her.

Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and intimacy-related issues

I’m very pleased with my therapist so far. She gave me some tools and reminded me of my power and what I can and cannot control.

Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Melanie is a very professional kind therapist. We look forward to her session and with her guidance we saw lots of improvement.

Written on May 04, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Couldnt be more happier

Written on May 02, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Melanie is very easy to talk to and has given us very useful tools to help us communicate.

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