LPC, LMHC

Melissa McCauley-Burow , LPC, LMHC

Therapist in Missouri

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About Melissa

Melissa McCauley-Burow is a licensed mental health professional with a long history of supporting people through life transitions, loss, addiction, and mood concerns. She has worked in the mental health field for more than two decades and has provided direct therapy for 18 years, bringing experience with clients across the age spectrum and a range of presenting issues. She meets people where they are and walks alongside them as they pursue greater emotional balance and a more fulfilling life.

She holds licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington. In addition, she is board certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors, holds an International Reciprocal Certification as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor in Missouri, is a Missouri Certified Clinical Supervisor, and is a Certified Grief Educator. These credentials reflect specialized training in counseling, addiction care, supervision, and grief education.

Her clinical work draws on mindfulness training, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), applying practical skills to help people notice patterns, manage intense emotions, and respond differently to difficult thoughts. Outside of clinical work she is a parent of three adult children, enjoys writing and traveling, and maintains a daily mindfulness practice.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Melissa draws on mindfulness practices, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in her work. Mindfulness Therapy helps people build present-moment awareness and reduce unhelpful reactivity by learning to notice thoughts, emotions, and body sensations without self-judgment; it can support stress management and coping with persistent worries. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy explores the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical strategies to shift unhelpful thinking and change patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem. Dialectical Behavior Therapy emphasizes skills for understanding and regulating intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for emotional instability and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melissa collaborates with each person to determine which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adjusts strategies over time so treatment remains responsive and practical.

Online therapy with Melissa can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling, accessibility across distances, and options to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent, skills-based care while accommodating different routines and life demands.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Melissa McCauley-Burow have?

Melissa McCauley-Burow has 18 years of experience providing therapy.

Is Melissa McCauley-Burow a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Her license details are MO LPC 2009010209 and WA LMHC LH61433332.

In which languages does Melissa McCauley-Burow provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa McCauley-Burow located?

She is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Melissa McCauley-Burow as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa McCauley-Burow through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melissa McCauley-Burow work with international clients?

Melissa McCauley-Burow does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa McCauley-Burow 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingMood disordersSelf-harm

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

Missouri, Washington

Languages

English

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