Melvin Ferris
Practical, strengths-focused therapy for growth
LPC Oklahoma
- Experience
- 7 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Melvin
Melvin Ferris is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma who draws on cognitive behavioral methods alongside client-centered and trauma-focused techniques. He emphasizes practical strategies to address stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, and depression while integrating trauma-informed tools like EMDR when appropriate.
Background and approach
With seven years of clinical experience he works from a strengths-based perspective that respects each person’s story and goals. Ferris has supported people dealing with a range of concerns including trauma and abuse, self-harm, social anxiety and phobia, and challenges related to life purpose and commitment.
He also addresses issues such as disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), fatherhood questions, antisocial personality traits, veteran and armed forces issues, and young adult transitions. He frames therapy as a collaborative process, helping clients develop a tailored plan that fits their needs and preferences.
Clients seeking a focused, skills-oriented approach can expect a blend of evidence-informed techniques and empathetic listening. Ferris invites those ready to begin to take the initial step, noting that starting therapy is an act of courage and that the work will be paced to each individual’s readiness and objectives.
Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online
Melvin Ferris uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and develop practical skills for managing stress, anxiety, and depression. He also integrates EMDR when trauma processing is indicated, using structured interventions aimed at reducing the intensity of traumatic memories and related symptoms. Client-centered therapy is another core element, which focuses on listening closely to each person’s experience and building therapy around their strengths and goals.Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to clarify goals, try different methods when appropriate, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. That collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and aligned with personal preferences and needs.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats allow for consistent engagement even when schedules or travel make in-person work difficult, and they support ongoing skill practice between appointments.
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Experience
7+ years
Licensed
Oklahoma
Languages
English