As someone who has struggled with anxiety and gone to therapy, I have been in the position of feeling apprehensive so I create a genuine connection with clients to allow our sessions to be a place where you feel comfortable sharing all your innermost thoughts and emotions.
As a therapist working from a person-centered framework, I personalize my therapeutic approach to meet you where you are. For couples, I use the Gottman method. I understand that we are all doing the best we can with the tools that we have, so I use CBT to assist you in developing strategies for regulating your emotions, communicating your feelings, and identifying your values. I want you to feel empowered to navigate life’s challenges. I am here to help you break that cycle by choosing healing instead.
SPECIALTIES: TRAUMA, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, parenthood, COUPLES & ADOLESCENTS
Melissa Huff Smoldt, LPC, LMHC
She/Her
Serving Clients in Pennsylvania, Delaware & South Carolina
Fast Facts
Acceptance of what I can’t control or change.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Gottman Level 1 & 2
CURRENTLY WORKING ON:
qualifications:
I love the moments when a client says, “I never thought about it like that before!” Seeing someone’s perspective change in a way that provides them peace and clarity.
THE GREATEST THING ABOUT BEING A THERAPIST:
I have never met a dessert I didn’t like, but if I had to pick a favorite, it would be red velvet cake with buttercream frosting.
favorite dessert:
Sleeping in, watching the latest Netflix true crime series, followed by a night of playing board games with friends!
ideal saturday
Our FREE workbook will walk you through the process!
15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING THERAPY
Is Therapy For You?
