Melissa Button
New York LMHC focused on stress, anxiety, and addictions
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About
Melissa Button, LMHC, practices in New York and brings 15 years of clinical experience to her work. She uses a client-centered stance paired with evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness work, Motivational Interviewing, and psychodynamic perspectives. Her approach begins with building rapport and learning what matters most to each person so that therapeutic goals reflect individual values and needs.
Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem concerns, depression, and compassion fatigue. She also addresses caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, codependency, communication challenges, workplace issues, and other related concerns. Sessions emphasize developing coping strategies, clarifying priorities, and strengthening personal resources.
Melissa views people as experts in their own stories and aims to collaborate on practical steps toward change. She is available to help clients identify what is important to them and to work together on realistic, meaningful goals in therapy.
Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem concerns, depression, and compassion fatigue. She also addresses caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, codependency, communication challenges, workplace issues, and other related concerns. Sessions emphasize developing coping strategies, clarifying priorities, and strengthening personal resources.
Melissa views people as experts in their own stories and aims to collaborate on practical steps toward change. She is available to help clients identify what is important to them and to work together on realistic, meaningful goals in therapy.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 15
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem, Depression, Compassion fatigue
Other areas of experience: Codependency, Communication problems, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Self-love, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LMHC 005966
- NPI Number: 1194281972
- License: LMHC (New York)
Remote care grounded in collaborative skill building
Melissa integrates several therapeutic methods in online work to match a client’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to examine thoughts and behaviors that contribute to distress and to practice new, skillful responses. Dialectical Behavior Therapy contributes tools for emotion regulation and distress tolerance, while Mindfulness Therapy supports attention to present-moment experience and self-awareness. These approaches are explained in plain language and adapted to fit each person’s goals.
Motivational Interviewing and a client-centered orientation guide conversations about change. Motivational Interviewing helps explore ambivalence and strengthen motivation, and the client-centered frame prioritizes the client’s perspective in setting priorities. Psychodynamic ideas can be used when exploring recurring patterns and their origins.
Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. The focus is on working together to identify meaningful goals, build practical tools, and choose methods that fit a client’s preferences and circumstances.
What is Melissa Button's clinical background?
She has 15 years of professional experience and works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, depression, and compassion fatigue.
What credentials and license does she hold?
Melissa is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), licensed in New York as NY LMHC 005966.
Which languages does she offer therapy in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is she based?
Melissa is located in New York.
How can I meet with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Does she accept international clients?
No. This profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
What does therapy cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to begin the process.