Melinda Barth
Warm, collaborative counselor for young adults
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About
Melinda Barth is a warm, approachable Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who has worked in behavioral health since 2019. She brings seven years of experience across a range of treatment settings and enjoys learning about the unique strengths, perspectives, and life stories that shape each person she meets. Her style is collaborative and personable, often using gentle humor to help clients feel at ease while they explore difficult topics.
Her clinical work is grounded in Adlerian ideas and incorporates evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills. Melinda primarily supports older adolescents ages 16 and up as well as young adults, and she welcomes most adults 18 and older. She focuses on concerns including stress and anxiety, LGBT issues, intimacy-related difficulties, self-esteem, and ADHD, and she also addresses related areas like body image, impulsivity, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, sexuality, social anxiety, and women’s issues.
Melinda values curiosity and self-awareness, and she prioritizes practical tools clients can use in daily life. Outside of her clinical work she enjoys hot yoga, walking and running, playing guitar, and relaxing with true crime books or documentaries.
Her clinical work is grounded in Adlerian ideas and incorporates evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills. Melinda primarily supports older adolescents ages 16 and up as well as young adults, and she welcomes most adults 18 and older. She focuses on concerns including stress and anxiety, LGBT issues, intimacy-related difficulties, self-esteem, and ADHD, and she also addresses related areas like body image, impulsivity, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, sexuality, social anxiety, and women’s issues.
Melinda values curiosity and self-awareness, and she prioritizes practical tools clients can use in daily life. Outside of her clinical work she enjoys hot yoga, walking and running, playing guitar, and relaxing with true crime books or documentaries.
- Location:
- Ohio, United States
- Years Experience:
- 7
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Self esteem, ADHD
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: OH LPCC E.2505676
- NPI Number: 1134751662
- License: LPCC (Ohio)
Therapeutic Techniques and Online Care
Melinda Barth uses several evidence-based techniques to help clients build coping skills and make progress toward their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills teach practical strategies for regulating emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness - tools that can be useful for impulsivity, relationship concerns, and intense emotional reactions. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, client-centered approach that helps people explore their readiness for change and strengthen internal motivation for steps they want to take.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Melinda works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time so clients can use strategies that feel meaningful and practical.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for clients balancing school, work, and daily life. These formats make it easier to schedule consistent appointments, access support from home, and integrate therapy into a busy routine while working with a licensed professional who tailors treatment to each client.
How much experience does Melinda Barth have?
Melinda Barth has seven years of experience in behavioral health.
Is Melinda Barth a licensed therapist?
Yes. Melinda Barth holds the LPCC credential. License details: OH LPCC E.2505676.
In which languages does Melinda Barth provide therapy?
Melinda Barth provides therapy in English.
Where is Melinda Barth located?
Melinda Barth is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Melinda Barth as my therapist?
You can work with Melinda Barth through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melinda Barth work with international clients?
Melinda Barth does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melinda Barth cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.