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Melissa Hummelt

Compassionate, practical therapy for life transitions

LMHC, LPC California

Experience
15 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Melissa

Melissa Hummelt is a licensed psychotherapist who prioritizes building a collaborative, trusting relationship from the first session.

Background and approach

She brings 15 years of clinical experience and a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling to her work, and she emphasizes empowering clients to make meaningful changes in their lives and relationships. Her practice blends practical problem-solving with attention to each person’s unique history and needs.

Melissa frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact, and she integrates mindfulness and psychodynamic ideas when helpful. She also uses motivational interviewing to support readiness for change, particularly around substance use and other health behaviors.

Clients can expect a warm, nonjudgmental approach that balances skill-building with deeper exploration. Melissa works from California and offers online formats focused on live chat and asynchronous messaging, and she tailors treatment plans to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, addiction, parenting challenges, and issues related to fertility and postpartum adjustment.

How therapeutic approaches adapt to online care



Melissa commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, a practical approach useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on building a supportive, empathetic relationship so clients feel heard and can explore goals at their own pace. Both approaches can be used together to balance skill-building with emotional understanding.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and life context and will adjust methods when needed so treatment fits each person rather than following a single preset plan.

Online therapy offers flexibility through multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and choose a communication style that feels most comfortable. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT and client-centered techniques to these formats so work happens consistently, whether through real-time conversation or ongoing messaging.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Her practice focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addiction, parenting struggles, career concerns, and related areas such as postpartum depression and fertility issues.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Sessions emphasize a collaborative, client-centered stance with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and may include mindfulness and psychodynamic elements as appropriate to individual needs.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
She has 15 years of experience working in the mental health field and has used that background to support many people with diverse concerns.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
She holds LMHC and LPC credentials with MA LMHC 8907 and WI LPC 6346-125, and she practices from California.
Are sessions available in languages other than English?
Therapy is offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are offered for online care?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, though current practice emphasizes live-chat and asynchronous messaging options.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

Massachusetts, Wisconsin, California, Washington

Languages

English