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Melissa Shelton

LCSW, LCAS-A Mountain Dandelion Counseling
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Issues, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Child or Adolescent,
Insurance: Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Oscar,

Introduction

Way to go! You're making a hard decision! I'm so glad you're choosing to take care of yourself! Are you struggling with knowing who you are beyond a parent, partner, sibling, student, etc..? Maybe it's left you feeling ways you don't understand. Some phases in life are just so hard. I want to help you navigate through these phases with hope; not tell you how to live your life. When we struggle with our mental wellness, the systems around us also struggle, whether that's your family, kids, pets, relationships, work, friends/social life. In my sessions, you lead the way and I will challenge and encourage you to see beyond the surface. I specialize in stress reduction, perinatal mental health, sex therapy, adjusting families, and childhood behavioral disorders. I use a systems perspective to identify issues causing stressors within relationships & families. I CBT, Motivational Interviewing, IPT, play therapy, expressive therapies. I am a certified Bringing Baby Home Educator. I believe that you are uniquely you and that is so wonderful! I recognize that committing to therapy is a difficult decision and I want you to find the best match possible! I offer a free 15 minute consultation to see if you think I'm a good fit for you. Please reach out!

GENDER Male
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
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Highlights

  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Melissa Shelton accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Cigna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Oscar
  • United Healthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Psychotherapy, 60 min $130
  • Diagnostic Assessment $150

Locations

Mountain Dandelion Counseling
23 Hensley Circle
Sylva, NC 28779-2834
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Telehealth Virtual Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Melissa Shelton accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Melissa Shelton is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Melissa Shelton offer telehealth appointments? Melissa Shelton does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Melissa Shelton specialize in? Melissa Shelton specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Child or Adolescent, College Mental Health, Coping Skills, Depression, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Parenting, and Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum.
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