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Melinda Thomas, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Melinda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

More about Melinda

  • 16 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello, my name is Mindy,

I would first like to start with a little information about myself in the hopes that you will gain comfort and be more at ease in sharing your concerns about what brings you to this site for help.

I am a rather laid-back kind of person what this means for you is that I want to be a part of your solution and help you to be able to move forward in a more positive and productive way in your life, career, family and relationships with an open and comfortable therapeutic relationship. I do not pass judgement on my clients in any way. I feel strongly that I am here to assist you in gaining relief in your struggles and conflicts while helping you find empowerment to move forward in your life and be successful.

I will bring to your sessions many years of practice working with families, couples, children and individuals in achieving personal growth in life. I feel my education and numerous therapeutic relationships create a unique twist, when combined with my personal experiences to provide a positive and productive outcome.

I generally use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Structural and Strategic therapies, but I may also use other techniques to gain success in achieving positive outcomes for my clients.

I look forward to working with you and would find it to be an honor as well as a privilege to help you find the success in gaining a positive outcome in your journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Parenting issues Bipolar disorder Depression LGBT Issues Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Self-esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Domestic violence Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Insurance Accepted

  • Cigna

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Melinda Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548548142.

  • LPC · Texas · 64908 · Renews May 2028

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Melinda Thomas offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Melinda Thomas works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Melinda Thomas speak?

Melinda Thomas speaks English.

How many years of experience does Melinda Thomas have?

Melinda Thomas has 16 years of experience.

Where is Melinda Thomas licensed to practice?

Melinda Thomas is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Melinda Thomas accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Melinda Thomas accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Melinda Thomas accept insurance?

Yes, Melinda Thomas accepts Cigna.

Does Melinda Thomas accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Melinda Thomas accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Melinda Thomas offer?

Melinda Thomas offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Melinda Thomas?

Melinda Thomas can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Melinda Thomas?

Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

FSA/HSA eligible