About me

Hello, I’m glad you’re here!

My name is Melissa Brady, and I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 11 years of counseling experience. I love working with children, adolescents, and families to address a wide range of concerns including trauma, abuse and neglect, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues and adjustment to life changes.

My work in child advocacy, school, residential and primary care settings has shaped my relatable and conversational approach. My counseling style combines cognitive-behavioral, motivational, trauma-focused, and client-centered perspectives. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and enjoy supporting clients and families in their healing process.

It is important to me that you feel welcomed, supported, and understood. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and we will work together to tailor treatment to your unique strengths, needs, and areas of concern.

Thank you for your interest in working with me to build a happier and healthier life. I am so honored to be on this journey with you!

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Coping with life changes
  • Compassion fatigue
Also experienced in:
LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Depression , Coaching , Adoption and foster care , Body image , Caregiver issues and stress , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 11

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

SC LISW-CP 11695

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melissa Brady. 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 Jan 19, 2026 after therapy with Melissa for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

Melissa is an exceptional therapist who is both compassionate and direct in a way that is incredibly helpful. She goes beyond listening by offering practical problem-solving techniques and clear guidance that you can apply in real life. Her honest, supportive approach has made a meaningful difference for me, and I highly recommend her.

Written on Dec 10, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks

My daughter loved working with Melissa immediately. She seems like a great fit. Great communication with me, as the parent, as well which I appreciate.

Written on Aug 18, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 4 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes

Melissa is an amazing therapist. She’s helped me so much.

Written on May 13, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Melissa listens, encourages and digs in. She isn’t afraid to ask tough questions or hold me accountable, but she does it without making me defensive

Written on Feb 24, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and bipolar disorder

Melissa is great. She responds even when she is away. She listens and asks thought provoking questions. My life has been better since starting teen counseling and Melissa has been a large part of that.

Written on Sep 27, 2022 after therapy with Melissa for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Melissa is amazing. She is attentive, supportive, and very responsive. I highly recommend her.

Written on Apr 29, 2022 after therapy with Melissa for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

As always, I APPRECIATE Melissa from my core. Her perspective and ability to assist me in tough times is greatly appreciated and she is not judgemental and I love that for us...20/10...yes I said 20

Written on Aug 18, 2021 after therapy with Melissa for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Melissa has been absolutely amazing in my mental health journey. She has always listened to my concerns whether I was crying, laughing, or swearing during my rants. She truly lets me vent and get everything out. She knows when to offer advice and when to just listen. She is an absolute rockstar and I could not ask for a better councilor than her.

Written on Jul 29, 2021 after therapy with Melissa for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue

I feel grateful to have been paired with Melissa. During our sessions, I felt heard, validated and always had something I could work towards. I benefited from her kindhearted and upstanding response to my journal entries. I have noticed a considerable improvement in my relationships and thoughts since starting.
Thank you for equipping me with the tools I can use at every stage of my life.

Work with me!