Melinda Matney , LPC

Melinda Matney is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado with 15 years of experience as a psychotherapist. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, severe mental health conditions, grief and loss, life transitions, career fatigue, and experiences of physical trauma or emotional abuse. Her practice also addresses issues related to healthy sexuality, intimacy, addictions, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue.

Her counseling style is warm, interactive, and client centered. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, avoiding stigmatizing labels and focusing on individual strengths and goals. Melinda blends evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, emotion regulation skills, distress tolerance strategies, and client-centered principles to create a tailored plan for each client. She frames therapy as a collaborative process, adapting conversations and treatment to meet each person where they are in their journey.

Recognizing that seeking change takes courage, Melinda aims to support and empower those ready to take steps toward a more fulfilling life. She looks forward to working with clients who are ready to explore growth, healing, and practical coping strategies.

Evidence-based techniques for effective online care

Melinda often draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques to help people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; this approach is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. She also incorporates mindfulness practices to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, which can support emotional regulation and resilience. In addition, Melinda uses emotion regulation and distress tolerance strategies to equip clients with practical skills for managing intense feelings and navigating crises without making impulsive choices.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melinda works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best. She tailors interventions to individual goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress is made and needs evolve.

Online therapy with Melinda is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access consistent care from Colorado or from other locations, while maintaining a steady therapeutic connection that supports ongoing growth and coping.