Melanie Ryerson(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Arts (MA) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Florida
Anxiety - Loss, grief, and bereavement-Perfectionism-Sexual harassment & assault- Trauma-
Melanie Ryerson
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Professional statement
Melanie serves teens and adults who are anxious, over-achieving, and grieving. Her background as an educator comes shows in the way she is able to help clients make sense of confusing and challenging emotions. Melanie has experience speaking at conferences on grief and trauma in Florida and abroad, as well as facilitating support groups over the last ten years.
Melanie's approach is flexible and easy going in which she is able to help clients heal unhelpful themes and patterns, so they can learn practical steps and mindfulness skills to relieve anxiety and discouragement. You can count on Melanie to bring a kind, goofy, yet professional perspective to private practice.
Work and Education
Tampa Trauma Therapists, LLC, Private Practice Owner
University of Central Florida, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2021
University of South Florida, Secondary Education with ESE specialty, 2014
Licensure
Florida: MH23478Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Perfectionism - Coping with feelings of anxiety, stress, self-criticism, and procrastination; addressing unrealistic expectations of one’s self and negatively comparing self to others
Sexual harassment & assault - Caring support along the pathway to safety, wellbeing, and healing for survivors of sexual abuse and assault
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Teenagers (13-18)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Current Monday and Tuesday evening availability! Schedule a consult today to hear how I can help you with you trauma-related anxiety!
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Meritain Health
- Nippon Life Benefits
- United Healthcare Shared Services
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$120 (50min)
- Sliding scale:$90 - $120
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Every other week
Therapist's note
For those who PPO insurance plans, you plan may include out-of-network benefits. They help pay for care you get from providers who are Out of Network. For example, your plan may reimburse up to 80 percent for your OON therapist. Ask your therapist for a Superbill!
Publications
Therapy with Melanie Ryerson
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Book a Free Initial Consultation
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