Melissa Fernald
Practical, solution-focused therapy for real life
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About
Melissa Fernald is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience in the fields of mental health and addiction. Over her career she has supported individuals and families across hospitals, community programs, and private practice, gaining broad experience in varied treatment settings.
Her therapeutic style is strength-based and solution-focused, emphasizing practical support and skills clients can use right away. Melissa presents as calm, nonjudgmental, and down-to-earth, and she values honesty, humor, and authenticity in the therapy room. She is committed to creating a space where people feel heard and understood, and she aims to help clients get unstuck, gain clarity, and make meaningful changes. Melissa strives to make sessions productive and positive so clients leave feeling a little lighter, more capable, and more hopeful than when they arrived. She is licensed in Maine and New Hampshire as a clinical social worker (ME LCSW LC18215, NH LCSW 5092) and practices in Maine.
- Location:
- Maine, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:ADHD, Depression, Family, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, Anger, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Coaching, Codependency, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, First responder issues, Gambling, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intimacy-related issues, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Relationship, Relationship, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Separation, Sexual trauma, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Vaping, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: ME LCSW LC18215, NH LCSW 5092
- NPI Number: 1598070591
- License: LCSW (Maine) #LC18215 exp 2027-07-31 • LCSW (New Hampshire) #5092 exp 2026-09-27
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the format that fits their needs and schedule, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to attend sessions regularly and to integrate therapy into a busy life.
Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients may change therapists at any time if they want a different fit. For many people, online therapy provides a practical, accessible way to get support and work on the issues that matter most right now.
How much experience does Melissa Fernald have?
Melissa Fernald has 25 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Melissa Fernald a licensed therapist?
Yes. Melissa Fernald is licensed as a clinical social worker in Maine (ME LCSW LC18215) and New Hampshire (NH LCSW 5092).
In which languages does Melissa Fernald provide therapy?
Melissa Fernald provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Fernald located?
Melissa Fernald is located in Maine.
How can I work with Melissa Fernald as my therapist?
You can work with Melissa Fernald through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Melissa Fernald 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.