Melissa Kaplan

Melissa Kaplan, MA, LMHC, is a dedicated counselor with extensive experience in the field of psychotherapy. She earned her Master’s degree from Lesley University in 2003 and obtained her independent license in 2010. Since then, she has provided individual therapy to adolescents and adults, addressing a wide array of concerns. Melissa has a deep understanding of the LGBTQIA+ community, particularly working with transgender adolescents, and she has dedicated much of her practice to supporting survivors of trauma, including those who have faced child abuse, domestic violence, and street violence.

Grounded in existential psychoanalytic therapy and trained in various forms of cognitive therapy, Melissa is particularly adept at assisting clients experiencing anxiety. She finds joy in her work with survivors of multiple traumas, as she guides them towards a healthier and happier future. Melissa is passionate about advocating for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, genderqueer, and questioning communities, actively participating in these spaces.

She believes that psychotherapy and the therapeutic relationship are powerful tools for personal growth. With a committed ethos, Melissa views therapy as a client-directed process aimed at helping individuals become more authentically themselves. It is an honor for her to be part of her clients' transformative journeys.