Melissa Alampresse, LAC
My name is Melissa Alamapresse
…I am a Licensed Associate Counselor in the State of Arizona. I am passionate about creating a non-judgmental safe space and working together to ease current stressors and heal trauma. The therapeutic relationship is of the utmost importance to me, and I strive to provide unconditional positive regard and an empathic ear for any and all thoughts and feelings.
My voyage into the realm of mental health began with at-risk youth, where I specialized in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Since then, I have found immense fulfillment broadening my experience to working alongside adolescents, adults, and couples. I'm a strong believer in holistic healing, intertwining evidence-based trauma therapies with insights from the realm of neuroscience. My focal areas include trauma, PTSD, and complex-PTSD, often intricately intertwined with manifestations such as depression, anxiety, and ceaseless negative ruminations. In shaping my therapeutic approach, I integrate methodologies such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Narrative modalities, while embarking on a journey of training in Somatic Experiencing to deepen my skills further.
Currently I am working with adults, adolescents aged 14+, and couples.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation phone call.
I offer in office sessions on Wednesday and Thursday, with telehealth availability on Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
Specialties: DBT, Trauma Work, Internal Family Systems, Somatic work, Adolescents, Couple's Therapy