Melina Bridges is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who provides expressive and emotionally focused therapies to children aged six and older in a warm and nurturing environment. She creates a safe space where kids can begin their healing journey, feel more positive about themselves, and share their experiences that may have caused them heartache. For teens and young adults, she assists in navigating the challenges brought on by hormonal changes, academic pressures, friendships, family dynamics, college decisions, and various significant life events – all while supporting them in discovering their identities and passions. As a dedicated child and teen therapist, Melina employs creative therapies and techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), ECO/Nature therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help young people recognize their self-worth and reach their full potential. With years of experience in public schools, she understands how to create a safe space to listen to children and teens. By providing creative outlets for expression when words are difficult, Melina helps her clients find silver linings in their challenges, set achievable goals, and celebrate their successes as they journey toward authenticity.