About

Melissa Guarnaccia is a psychotherapist based in North Carolina who brings eleven years of clinical experience to her work. She is trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, and blends a relaxed, open-minded, and non-judgmental approach with a practical, action-oriented focus to help clients move toward their goals.

Her clinical background spans work with children, adolescents, and adults across hospital, school, and private practice settings. Melissa addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, family conflict, self-esteem, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder. She also enjoys supporting parents and offers community workshops as a certified instructor in Parenting with Love & Logic.

Melissa earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She holds clinical social work licensure in both South Carolina and North Carolina, and applies her training and experience to create a supportive environment for growth.

Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Melissa is married and a mother to two boys, and she shares her home with a pug named Mabel. Outside of work she and her family spend much of their time outdoors exploring, and she enjoys traveling and immersing herself in other cultures.

Location:
North Carolina, United States
Years Experience:
11
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Depression, Family, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Anger, Bipolar, Career, Eating, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Relationship, Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Stress, Anxiety, Addiction Therapists

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: SC LISW-CP 14816, NC LCSW C006618
  • NPI Number: 1467778043
  • License: LCSW (North Carolina) #C006618 exp 2026-11-13 • LISW-CP (South Carolina) #14816 exp 2026-12-31

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How much experience does Melissa Guarnaccia have?

Melissa Guarnaccia has 11 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Melissa Guarnaccia a licensed therapist?

She holds licensure as a clinical social worker in South Carolina (SC LISW-CP 14816) and in North Carolina (NC LCSW C006618).

In which languages does Melissa Guarnaccia provide therapy?

Melissa Guarnaccia provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Guarnaccia located?

Melissa Guarnaccia is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Melissa Guarnaccia as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Guarnaccia by Phone, Video, Live Chat, or Messaging.

How much does therapy with Melissa Guarnaccia cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like 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, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward: click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a brief questionnaire used to match you with the therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.