Melissa Forte

Therapist

Offers Online Sessions

LCPC

Female

Hi There!

My name is Melissa I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master's Degree from Lewis University. My background encompasses many different areas to include the mental health field, educational academic and career performance, corporate business and training, and EAP. I have 11 years in K-12 and higher education counseling and teaching experience as well as over 15 years in corporate business. My passion and vast experience in all of these settings and now within the clinical mental health setting for almost 7 years is how I thrive to assist all individuals in achieving complete satisfaction and success in all aspects of life!

I love with working individuals from young adulthood as well as adults as they become well rounded, healthy human beings as they struggle with relationship issues, anxiety and stress, depression, self esteem, healthy boundaries, parenting concerns, and family conflict. Guiding all individuals, from youth to adulthood, towards the healthiest path in all self care domains is my goal!

Being client-centered and focused on unconditional positive regard, my strong skills of empathy, rapport, and non-judgement are what I strive for in a successful therapeutic relationship. As I support you on your journey, be assured in knowing I am here to listen, connect, and provide you with the healthiest direction in order to reach your goals and your highest potential!

Who might be a good fit for Melissa ?

Those managing concerns related to anxiety, relationship challenges, or self-esteem may appreciate the methods Melissa Forte incorporates into her practice. Her client-centered approach, grounded in empathy and unconditional positive regard, supports individuals from youth through adulthood in building coping skills and achieving personal growth across various areas of life.

More About Melissa Forte

Practice/Network Information

Melissa Forte is featured on Psych Hub through our partnership with Grow Therapy.

Top Specialties

Anxiety Career Counseling Child or Adolescent Mental Health Coping Skills Couples Counseling Depression Family Conflict Grief Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Peer Relationships School Issues Self Esteem Self-Harming

Available In

Illinois

Treatment Methods

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Faith based therapy Person-centered (Rogerian) Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Ages Treated

Middle Age (40 - 64) School Age (6-12) Teen (13-17) Young Adult (18-39)

Identifies As

White

Languages Spoken

English

License Information

LCPC

Insurance and Fees

Insurance or Payments Accepted

Remember to always check with your carrier to confirm coverage.

Aetna All Savers AvMed Blue Cross Blue Shield Centivo Cigna EAP Evernorth Golden Rule Harvard Pilgrim Humana Medi-Cal Optum Oscar Other Oxford Self Pay Surest (formerly Bind) Tufts United Health Care

Self-Pay Rate

$85 / Session

FAQs

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