Taking the first step towards therapy can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out today to schedule an initial consultation. Together, we can work towards a healthier, happier you.

I take an integrative approach, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and Psychodynamic Therapy to tailor treatment to your unique needs. I believe in a collaborative process, where we work together to identify goals and develop a treatment plan that aligns with your values and aspirations.

  • Bachelor in Psychology / 2017

    Bachelor in Organizational Science / 2017


  • Master Social Work / 2019

“I work with clients facing depression or trauma related to relationships or family. In our initial sessions, we'll explore these issues deeply and develop a collaborative plan to address them. Most clients notice a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement over time. My goal is to help you regain control and improve your quality of life.” - Melisa McTaggert

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Relationship Issues

    • ADHD

    • Behavioral Issues

    • Borderline Personality (BPD)

    • Child

    • Coping Skills

    • Mood Disorders

    • Self Esteem

    • Self-Harming

    • Trauma and PTSD

“In my practice, I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and identify ways to help you progress. CBT focuses on how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. Throughout treatment, I'll guide you in challenging and changing negative thought patterns to improve your feelings and overall well-being.” - Melisa McTaggert

  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy stresses the role of thinking in how we feel and what we do. It is based on the belief that thoughts, rather than people or events, cause our negative feelings. The therapist assists the client in identifying, testing the reality of, and correcting dysfunctional beliefs underlying his or her thinking. The therapist then helps the client modify those thoughts and the behaviors that flow from them. CBT is a structured collaboration between therapist and client and often calls for homework assignments. CBT has been clinically proven to help clients in a relatively short amount of time with a wide range of disorders, including depression and anxiety.


  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy used to help people develop skills useful in their daily lives to effectively manage emotions, maintain or improve interpersonal relationships, tolerate distress, and avoid behaviors that are harmful or detrimental to their quality of life. DBT was initially designed to treat chronic suicidality in people with borderline personality disorder (BPD), however the effectiveness of DBT extends to treating a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, eating disorders, self-harming behaviors, and substance use disorders.

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a method of therapy that works to engage the motivation of clients to change their behavior. Clients are encouraged to explore and confront their ambivalence. Therapists attempt to influence their clients to consider making changes, rather than non-directively explore themselves. Motivational Interviewing is frequently used in cases of problem drinking or mild addictions.

  • Person-centered therapy uses a non-authoritative approach that allows clients to take more of a lead in discussions so that, in the process, they will discover their own solutions. The therapist acts as a compassionate facilitator, listening without judgment and acknowledging the client's experience without moving the conversation in another direction. The therapist is there to encourage and support the client and to guide the therapeutic process without interrupting or interfering with the client's process of self-discovery.

  • Psychodynamic therapy is a form of talk therapy designed to help clients explore and understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Rooted in the theories of Sigmund Freud and other psychoanalytic thinkers, its primary goal is to enhance self-awareness and reveal how past experiences shape current actions. Clients often report improvements in mental health symptoms, greater emotional regulation, enhanced self-esteem, a stronger ability to pursue long-term goals, and improved communication with others.