Melissa Sziga Dessereau
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Philadelphia,
PA
US
Melissa Sziga Dessereau is a perceptive and nuanced therapist known for her refreshingly frank style. With over 25 years of experience, she has been dedicated to working with individuals, couples, and families, helping them cultivate personal growth and achieve fulfilling relationships. Melissa has a unique ability to create a comfortable environment, where clients feel understood and at ease—no matter the subject matter, she fosters a judgment-free space. Her sense of humor adds a relatable touch to the therapy experience. Melissa is particularly skilled in navigating complexities, especially those outside of the heteronormative experience, and she excels in breaking them down into manageable steps. Her clinical orientation is client-centered and systemic, employing anti-oppression, narrative, and attachment-based approaches. Areas of special interest include Polyamory, Kink/BDSM, and LGBTQ+ issues. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, she holds a Master of Science in Family Therapy/Sex Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University and a Master of Arts in Child Development from Tufts University, along with a specialization in Affirming Approaches for Transgender Communities from Widener University. Melissa is also an active member of both the AAMFT and AASECT.
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