Melissa Prushik, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who prioritizes creating a comfortable and understanding environment for her clients. She believes that thoughts and feelings are neither right nor wrong, and her approach is centered around providing unwavering support without judgment. With a diverse background, Melissa has experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, and families in various settings. Her therapeutic methods are grounded in evidence-based treatments, skillfully tailored to meet the individual needs and goals of her clients. Melissa employs a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), client-centered therapy, psycho-dynamic approaches, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which has demonstrated significant benefits for many issues. She works with children aged 5 and up, teens, and adults, effectively addressing trauma experiences, life transitions, and mood and anxiety disorders, including school phobia and refusal. The relationships Melissa builds with her clients are fundamental to the success of the therapy process, and she is eager to foster such connections.