Available
she/her
Melissa KwiatkowskiLMHC

High satisfaction rate with clients
Nice to meet you
I value curiosity and connection. I entered this field with an understanding that taking care of our minds is essential to living healthy, fulfilling lives. I believe an important element of a healthy mind is healthy supports. I place emphasis on building a collaborative relationship, where with warmth and some good humor, we can figure out together what a healthy mind might look like for you. I utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance Commitment Therapy. We will work together to begin to unravel patterns in thinking and behavior and learn new skills for healthier living.
Every individual is unique and therefore I value being eclectic in my style and approach. My intent is to create an authentic, compassionate, space where growth occurs.
About Melissa
Location
Virtual, New YorkFlatiron District, NYC
Insurance Accepted
United Healthcare/Oxford/Optum, Oscar, Medicare NGS, Aetna, UMR, Out-of-pocket
Communication Style
Calming, Casual, Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Focus areas
Anxiety, Burnout, Chronic Illness, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Sleep, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Students
Years of Experience
10+
I place emphasis on building a collaborative relationship, where with warmth and some good humor, we can figure out together what a healthy mind might look like for you.
License number
#7190
Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Languages Spoken
English
Education
MA - Mental Health Counseling, Brooklyn College
Interests
I love to take my dog Bucky to a nearby nature reserve to play with his canine friends. I'm also into being active and playing sports. I enjoy basketball and the occasional bike ride. In my down time I also look forward to delving into a good mystery book.