Melissa Welch
Ohio LISW supporting people through anxiety, trauma, and grief
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About
Melissa Welch, LISW, is a licensed therapist practicing in Ohio with four years of clinical experience. She works with people facing depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and the challenges that come with life transitions. Her practice attends to both immediate symptoms and the broader patterns that affect well being.
Her approach centers on compassionate, personalized care that honors each person’s journey. She focuses on helping clients develop deeper self understanding, improve communication, and build resilience. In addition to core specialties, she addresses areas such as abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, codependency, control issues, blended family concerns, and struggles with guilt or shame.
Melissa welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and emphasizes culturally responsive, affirming interactions. She aims to collaborate on practical strategies for emotional balance and personal growth, helping people navigate interpersonal difficulties, workplace stress, isolation, and questions about life purpose in a thoughtful and steady manner.
Her approach centers on compassionate, personalized care that honors each person’s journey. She focuses on helping clients develop deeper self understanding, improve communication, and build resilience. In addition to core specialties, she addresses areas such as abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, codependency, control issues, blended family concerns, and struggles with guilt or shame.
Melissa welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and emphasizes culturally responsive, affirming interactions. She aims to collaborate on practical strategies for emotional balance and personal growth, helping people navigate interpersonal difficulties, workplace stress, isolation, and questions about life purpose in a thoughtful and steady manner.
- Location:
- Ohio, United States
- Years Experience:
- 4
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: OH LISW I.2305050-SUPV
- NPI Number: 1114687399
- License: LISW (Ohio)
Remote care options and collaborative focus
Melissa provides online sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow for flexible ways to connect depending on whether someone prefers real time conversation or ongoing written check ins. Each format is offered to fit different needs and communication styles.
Her work emphasizes compassionate, personalized care and empowers people to develop clearer self understanding and stronger communication skills. That collaborative emphasis includes identifying goals together, exploring patterns that contribute to stress or depression, and practicing coping strategies that can be used between sessions.
People seeking support for anxiety, trauma, grief, or life transitions may find a practical, relational approach in her remote sessions. The mix of synchronous and asynchronous tools can support focused conversations, brief check ins, and steady progress toward the priorities identified by the client.
What is Melissa Welch’s background and experience?
Melissa Welch is a licensed social worker (LISW) practicing in Ohio with four years of clinical experience. She specializes in stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, and also addresses related concerns listed in her profile.
What credentials and license does she hold?
She holds the LISW credential and is licensed in Ohio under the designation OH LISW I.2305050-SUPV.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is she based?
Melissa Welch practices in Ohio.
How can I meet with her for therapy?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging as ways to work together.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
This profile indicates she accepts international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with her.