About

Melanie Hamilton-Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor who brings a practical, warm manner to clinical work. She combines rational emotive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy to offer a structured, goal-oriented process. Her approach emphasizes clarity about thinking patterns and actionable steps that address stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

Her style is open-minded and warm, avoiding blame or accusations when exploring behavior and feelings. In addition to core specialties, she attends to communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, money and financial issues, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and sexuality. Melanie frames challenges in practical terms and works with individuals to identify specific strategies and next steps. She practices from Colorado and has 23 years of experience as an LPC.
Location:
Colorado, United States
Years Experience:
23
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexuality

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CO LPC LPC.0001462
  • NPI Number: 1508711037
  • License: LPC (Colorado)

Remote sessions using structured, collaborative methods

Melanie uses a mix of rational emotive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy when working online. Rational emotive therapy helps identify and reframe rigid or unhelpful beliefs that contribute to emotional distress. Cognitive behavioral therapy offers practical tools to notice and change thinking and behavior patterns. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on clear goals and small, achievable steps to move forward.

Sessions emphasize collaboration: Melanie works with each person to set concrete goals, prioritize strategies, and review progress. The combined methods support short-term skill building as well as ongoing problem solving, with conversations directed toward what is helpful now and what can be tried next.

Online appointments are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow communication in formats that match scheduling needs and personal preference while maintaining the therapist’s practical, warm approach.

How long has Melanie been practicing?

She has 23 years of experience in the field.

What are her credentials and license information?

Melanie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: CO LPC LPC.0001462.

Which languages does she speak?

The profile indicates she speaks English.

Where is she located?

She practices in Colorado.

What communication methods are available for sessions?

Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does she accept international clients?

No. The profile specifies she is not accepting international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with Melanie?

Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to begin.