Melissa Timlin
Compassionate counselor for recovery and growth
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About
Melissa Timlin is a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Missouri and Michigan, holding MO LPC 2025019340 and MI LPC 6401013333. She brings a decade of clinical experience to her work and practices in Michigan.
Before entering counseling full time, Melissa served ten active-duty years in the U.S. Navy. Her military roles included serving as the Command Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor and as a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate, experience that informs her perspective and practice.
Melissa specializes in helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction (including substance use and pornography/sexual addiction), grief and loss, motivation and confidence, self-esteem, depression, perimenopause-related concerns, and serious mental illnesses. She is a female therapist, a therapist of color, and identifies as Christian and conservative.
Her clinical approach blends evidence-based therapies with holistic practices. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to address unhelpful patterns, integrates restorative yoga, body-scan meditation, and pranayama for mind-body regulation, and employs Emotionally Focused Therapy principles for couples work that explores attachment styles.
Melissa believes that each person is the expert on their own story and that clients already possess strengths to navigate life’s challenges. She supports clients in building insight and practical strategies that align with their goals and values.
Outside of her professional life, Melissa enjoys time with her husband, their four children, and their pug, Miss Pearl.
- Location:
- Michigan, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Addictions, Depression, Grief, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Gambling, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Vaping, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace 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, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MO LPC 2025019340, MI LPC 6401013333
- NPI Number: 1134915002
- License: LPC (Michigan) #6401013333 exp 2026-02-03 • LPC (Missouri) #2025019340 exp 2027-06-30
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether virtual sessions can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care for most typical issues. A major benefit of remote therapy is flexibility. Anyone can choose the communication style that fits their needs and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule. Licensed professionals provide services online, and if a different therapeutic fit is needed, clients have the option to switch therapists. For many seeking help with everyday mental health challenges, online therapy offers an accessible and effective route to support and growth.How much experience does Melissa Timlin have?
Melissa Timlin has 10 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Melissa Timlin a licensed therapist?
Yes, Melissa Timlin is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri (MO LPC 2025019340) and Michigan (MI LPC 6401013333).
In which languages does Melissa Timlin provide therapy?
Melissa Timlin provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Timlin located?
Melissa Timlin is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Melissa Timlin as my therapist?
You can work with Melissa Timlin through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Melissa Timlin 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.