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- CBT techniques
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About Melanie
LMHC, LCMHC in New York with four years of clinical experience, Melanie Giarratano focuses on stress, anxiety, mood concerns, addictions, and trauma. She sees adults and young people and draws on a range of approaches to match each person's needs. Sessions emphasize practical skills, goal-setting, and clearer ways to manage thoughts and emotions.
Melanie earned a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience from the University of Delaware and a master’s degree in mental health counseling from SUNY College at Old Westbury. Early research on PTSD gave her insight into the stress response and how trauma can affect fear extinction. That work informs her current clinical perspective, particularly with clients who have complex trauma histories.
She has experience in inpatient and outpatient settings and has provided both group and individual therapy. Her graduate training included psychodynamic study of development, family context, and patterns such as transference and countertransference. She uses that understanding to notice how past relationships shape present behavior.
Melanie combines several evidence-based methods rather than relying on a single model. She emphasizes motivational interviewing for goal-oriented change, client-centered methods when people need encouragement, and solution-focused strategies to keep conversations future-directed. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are offered for clients who want to track thoughts, test thinking errors, and practice homework-based skills.
Practical self-care is part of her work. She encourages clients to build small routines that support emotion regulation. Outside of clinical work she practices yoga, bikes, spends time with family and friends, and plays with her dog.
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How Melanie blends approaches for online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and support. The therapist follows the person's lead, offers encouragement, and helps people clarify goals. This approach can help when someone needs validation and steady support as they decide on next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down thoughts, feelings, and behaviors into linked parts. It teaches people to spot thinking errors and practice alternative responses through exercises and homework. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation concerns.
Motivational Interviewing is goal-focused and encourages change-talk. It works well when someone feels unsure about change and benefits from guided reflection and small steps toward action.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what methods feel most useful. Together they decide which strategies to try and adjust the plan as needed.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats for this clinician. Confirm the session formats offered before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT worksheets, motivational interviewing prompts, and client-centered conversation for remote sessions to keep progress moving forward.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New York, Utah
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues, parenting strain, trauma and abuse, bipolar and mood disorders, ADHD, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
What therapy approaches does she use?
Her practice draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas when helpful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience in mental health settings, including inpatient psychiatric work and outpatient care.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed as LMHC and LCMHC, with licensure in New York and Utah, and her practice is based in New York.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and she also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats for this profile; confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session as the first steps.
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