LMHC, LPC
Melissa Hummelt , LMHC, LPC
Therapist in California
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About Melissa
With more than 13 years in the mental health field and nine years of experience conducting online sessions, she has worked with people from varied backgrounds and life stages. Melissa is committed to empowering clients, increasing awareness around difficult situations, and helping people create more fulfilling lives and relationships. She primarily works within a cognitive-behavioral therapy framework, collaborating with clients to identify and change the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that get in the way of well-being.
She often weaves in skills from mindfulness and psychodynamic approaches so that treatment is tailored to each person's needs and preferences. Former clients have described her style as warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental. Please note that she is currently offering live-chat and asynchronous messaging only; those who prefer phone or video sessions may wish to consider another therapist. She looks forward to meeting you!
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Melissa uses cognitive-behavioral therapy to help clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, then works with them to develop practical strategies for change. Mindfulness therapy is used to build present-moment awareness and coping skills that reduce reactivity to stress and support emotional regulation. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to explore how past experiences and relationship patterns influence current feelings and choices, which can be helpful for deeper issues such as trauma, grief, and long-standing relational patterns.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melissa collaborates with each person to determine which combination of methods fits their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how and when clients connect. Video calls and phone sessions can recreate a traditional session feel, while live chat and text-based messaging provide more immediate, written ways to process thoughts between meetings. Melissa currently offers live-chat and asynchronous messaging as part of her online practice, which can make support more accessible for people with busy schedules or caregiving responsibilities.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Melissa Hummelt have?
She has 15 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Melissa Hummelt a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LMHC and LPC. LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor and LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are MA LMHC 8907 and WI LPC 6346-125.
In which languages does Melissa Hummelt provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Hummelt located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Melissa Hummelt as my therapist?
You can work with Melissa Hummelt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Hummelt work with international clients?
Melissa Hummelt does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Hummelt cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Experience
15+ years
Licensed
Massachusetts, Wisconsin, California, Washington
Languages
English
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