Melanie Richardson is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist specializing in trauma, skill building, and mediation. She believes that while mental health can appear simple, it often involves complex factors that contribute to emotional distress. In her practice, Melanie emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes rather than merely treating symptoms, advocating for a preventative approach to mental health care. With experience in working with diverse populations, including military personnel and families facing conflict, she employs a variety of therapeutic methods such as mindfulness-based therapies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Gottman Method for couples. Melanie is also skilled in trauma therapy techniques that can yield effective results in just 45 minutes, often without the need for extensive dialogue. She is a member of the Supreme Court Roster for Mediators and places significant value on behavioral patterns and character development, believing that everyone has the capacity for growth and learning from past mistakes. Through her compassionate approach, Melanie teaches valuable skills aimed at fostering improvement and resilience.