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Dr. Melanie Bison

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LCMHC, LCADC, LPC, CPGC Dr. Melanie Bison
Specialties: Dual Diagnosis, Addiction, Sexual Addiction, Abuse Survivors, Multicultural Concerns,
Insurance: Aetna, Cigna, Optum, Out of Network, Out of Pocket,

Introduction

Melanie holds a PhD and a MS in Addiction Psychology. She has been in the helping profession for over 29 years and has certifications/licenses in many different specialties including addictive behaviors, domestic violence/intimate partner abuse, trauma, grief, pathological gambling, sexual offender treatment, dual diagnoses (mental health, addiction), and crisis intervention. Throughout the years she has done numerous community events including radio/tv such as being featured on the Bethenny talk show. She has worked on tribal (urban/reservation), non/for profit sectors providing consulting, therapeutic interventions, diversity/sensitivity trainings, team building, strategic planning, company development/structuring/best practices systematization, corporate restructuring/transitioning/closure planning, and cultural/gender fluidity responsive programming integration. Dr. Bison has been recognized throughout the years for her continued humanitarian efforts and was inducted into the 2022 Nationwide Registries Top Doctors of America, The Women of Distinction Honors Edition. She also received the following awards throughout the years: 2018 Top Behavioral Healthcare Administrator with the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. 2014 Woman of Achievement Award from the National Association for Female Executives. 2012 Professional Achievement Award from Who’s Who of Professional Women.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Native American/Indigenous

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Highlights

  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LPC #LPC18380 (AZ)
  • LISAC #LISAC15150 (AZ)
  • LISAC/LPC SUP #LISAC15150/LPC18380 (AZ)
  • LMHC #9646 (FL)
  • LCADC #9646 (FL)
  • LMHC #CV2101450 (IN)
  • LCAC #CV2101450 (IN)
  • LMHC #1141-MH-CC-TEMP (MA)
  • LCPC #CP0134 (NV) We've used a trusted third-party service to verify this practitioner's license.
  • LCADC #00124LC (NV)
  • LCADC-S #0092LCS (NV)
  • LPCC #NJDCATEMP039689 (NJ)
  • CADC-III #21-R-16 (OR)
  • LMHC #11778403-6004 (UT)
  • LIC ADVANCED SUDC #11778403-6008 (UT)
  • LADC #151.0134113 (VT)
  • LMHC #LPC-MH30668 (SD)
  • LPCC #CCMH0224691 (NM)
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Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Recovery
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Dr. Melanie Bison accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • Out of Network
  • Out of Pocket
  • United Healthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Behavioral Health Services $125 - $250

Locations

Dr. Melanie Bison-Telehealth

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Melanie Bison accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Dr. Melanie Bison is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Dr. Melanie Bison offer telehealth appointments? Dr. Melanie Bison does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Dr. Melanie Bison specialize in? Dr. Melanie Bison specializes in the following areas: Abuse Survivors, Addiction, Anxiety, Cultural Adjustment, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, LGBTQIA+, Medical Professional Stress, Multicultural Concerns, Sexual Addiction, Substance Use, and Cultural and Systemic Oppression.
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