Melissa Middlebrook is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding an MSW, LCSW, MPH, and RYT200. She specializes in working with adults facing challenges such as depression, trauma and PTSD, and anxiety. Understanding that none of us are immune to life's difficulties, Melissa knows that we often carry the weight of past experiences and stress, which can manifest both emotionally and physically. Research shows the intricate connection between mind and body, underscoring how they profoundly influence one another. Melissa recognizes that labels such as past traumas, anxiety, and feeling stuck are common struggles, yet she believes these do not define an individual. She employs an experiential and integrative approach, drawing on her extensive training and lived experience in various modalities, including mindfulness, somatic therapies, attachment theory, and psychodynamic therapy. A direct and compassionate therapeutic relationship forms the foundation of her practice, allowing clients to gain meaningful insights and foster change. With a deep appreciation for the human condition and a firm belief in inherent resilience, Melissa aims to make therapy feel both approachable and transformative. She collaborates with her clients to co-create a refreshed relationship with themselves, others, and the world, turning their journey into a remarkable experience of growth and healing.