Melissa Winona, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), founded Finding Hope to offer a safe and nurturing environment for individuals navigating their grief and loss. She understands the complexities involved in this journey and is dedicated to guiding those seeking a path through grief, exploring what life after loss truly means for them. With five years of clinical experience in the hospital setting, Melissa has worked closely with cancer, palliative care, and hospice patients, providing vital support to patients, their families, caregivers, and friends involved in the care of loved ones with terminal diagnoses. Her extensive experience includes aiding in grief recovery while helping individuals reflect on their experiences of loss. As a Navy veteran, Melissa pursued a degree to extend her passion for helping others. After five years serving veterans, she became an integral part of her local hospital team. Through Finding Hope, Melissa aims to expand access to quality counseling services for those struggling with depression, anxiety, and grief, empowering them on their healing journeys.