Mental Health Services | A Place to Grow Counseling and Consulting Services

Hi, I'm Melissa and I support individuals in navigating their emotions and issues in a safe and nurturing way.

-Melissa Brown,

LPC, CPCS, RPT-S™, CAMS

Therapy can be fun!

I believe in the power of play and how impactful it can be in therapy sessions. No matter your age, play can be integrated in sessions to help you express and explore your emotions in creative and fun ways. We can work together to navigate challenging situations while bringing joy to the process. The thought of facing tough feelings and past situations may be frightening, but it doesn't have to be. We are going to take our time to work through your emotions to go deeper into creating change through play.

Who do I work with?

Age Groups

Children (6-12)

Teenagers (12-18)

Young Adults (18-24)

What can I help with?

ADHD

Adjustment Disorder

Bullying

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma

Specialties

Coping skills

Oppositional Behaviors

School Issues

Parenting

Life Transitions

Therapy Approaches

1

Play Therapy

Play therapy is a type of therapy that uses play as a means of communication and self-expression for children. It allows children to work through their emotions, behaviors, and experiences in a developmentally appropriate and non-threatening way. Play therapy provides a safe space for them to explore their inner world and develop healthy coping skills.

2

Behavioral Therapy

Behavioral therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing harmful or problematic behaviors by modifying the underlying thought patterns and emotions that drive them. It uses a variety of techniques such as reinforcement, exposure, and habituation to help individuals develop new and healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and acting.

3

Brainspotting

Brainspotting is a type of psychotherapy that uses eye positions to access and process unresolved traumatic experiences stored in the brain. It involves using bilateral stimulation through sound or touch to help clients identify and release unresolved emotional and physical trauma. Brainspotting treatment can lead to improved well-being and reduced stress, anxiety, and other mental health symptoms.

4

Cognitive Behavioral

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing negative thoughts, emotions, and behaviors by modifying the underlying cognitive processes. CBT helps individuals develop new, more adaptive ways of thinking and coping, leading to improved mental health and reduced symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders.