Melissa Cooper

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Florida with 15 years of professional work experience. I started as a School Counselor mostly working with middle and high school students and their parents and have transitioned to mental health. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Years Experience: 17

Location: Florida, United States

Accepting New Clients: Yes

Gender: Female

Accepting international clients: No

NPI Number: 1972244531

Credentials: FL LMHC MH20517, WA LMHC LH61478874

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: LMHC (Florida) #MH20517 exp 2027-03-31 • LMHC (Washington) #LH61478874 exp 2026-03-22

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Parenting, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, LGBT, Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Eating, Anger, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Female therapist, Gay, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: No

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Melissa Cooper

Practical, compassionate support for meaningful change

Stress and anxiety support
Parenting and family guidance
Confidence and motivation coaching

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About

Melissa Cooper is a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida with 17 years of professional experience. She began her career as a school counselor, working primarily with middle and high school students and their parents, and later transitioned into broader mental health practice. Melissa offers support for stress and anxiety as well as parenting concerns, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs. She approaches every individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and encourages those taking the first step toward therapy for the courage it requires. Melissa holds professional licenses to practice mental health counseling in both Florida and Washington and brings a practical, empathetic approach to helping people navigate difficult moments and work toward meaningful change.

Location: Florida, United States

Years Experience: 17

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: No

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: ADHD, Compassion fatigue, Parenting, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety

Other areas of experience: Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Asperger syndrome, Autism, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Compulsion, Coping with life changes, Depression, Disability, Divorce, Eating, Family, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Grief, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intellectual disability, LGBT, Life purpose, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory, Postpartum depression, Relationship, Relationship, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Separation, Social anxiety and phobia, Trauma and abuse, Women’s issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Accepting International Clients: No

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials: FL LMHC MH20517, WA LMHC LH61478874
NPI Number: 1972244531
License: LMHC (Florida) #MH20517 exp 2027-03-31 • LMHC (Washington) #LH61478874 exp 2026-03-22

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care. A major benefit of online therapy is its flexibility – clients can connect in the way that suits them best, whether that is a video call, a phone conversation, a live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to fit therapeutic work into busy schedules and life routines. Licensed professionals provide therapy services online, and if a client feels a different therapeutic fit would be helpful they have the option to change therapists. Online formats make it possible to receive ongoing support without sacrificing consistency or accessibility.

How much experience does Melissa Cooper have?

Melissa Cooper has 17 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Melissa Cooper a licensed therapist?

Yes. Melissa Cooper is a licensed mental health counselor, authorized to practice in both Florida and Washington.

In which languages does Melissa Cooper provide therapy?

Melissa Cooper provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Cooper located?

Melissa Cooper is located in Florida.

How can I work with Melissa Cooper as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Cooper through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Melissa Cooper 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.

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