You Get To Choose.

Joy is your birthright. Your body knows the story.

Healing shows you the path.

More Than a Therapist—A Guide Back to You

Life may have taught you that your feelings aren’t safe. That you have to either suppress them or be consumed by them. But real freedom isn’t found in avoidance or overwhelm—it’s found in learning to be with all of your emotions, understanding what they’re telling you, and caring for yourself through every experience.

Abandoning yourself isn’t just a habit—it’s a trauma response. When life has conditioned you to disconnect from your needs, you start believing that your feelings are too much, that your pain is too deep, or that you can’t trust yourself to handle what comes next. This disconnection can lead to anxiety, depression, and a constant sense of uncertainty about your place in the world.

But the truth is, you can trust yourself. Your body holds the wisdom you need. It knows what feels safe, what you truly desire, and how to guide you through life’s challenges. The work isn’t about controlling everything around you—it’s about learning that you have the power to navigate whatever comes your way and knowing how to heal when hurt shows up.

"I help Black women come back home to themselves—to rebuild trust, to listen deeply, and to create the safety within that a world has not always provided it."

The Work

Your Safety Comes First

Your healing starts with safety—safety in your body and safety in our relationship. This is the foundation of every breakthrough, every shift, and every moment of growth.

In our work together, we’ll first build a relationship where you feel truly seen, supported, and safe. From there, you’ll deepen your connection with yourself—learning to listen to your body, identify your feelings, and use holistic techniques that nurture your well-being.

Together, we’ll explore the patterns that keep you stuck, gently challenge old ways of thinking, and create a personalized wellness plan designed to support you beyond our sessions. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to acknowledge and celebrate your progress, reinforcing the trust and resilience you need to sustain your growth.

Our work will integrate powerful, evidence-based healing modalities, including:

  • Somatic Experiencing

  • EMDR

  • Meditation & Mindfulness

  • Breathwork

  • This is more than just therapy—it’s a journey back to yourself, where you reclaim your power, heal deeply, and step into a life that reflects who you truly are.

Services

Therapy

Coaching & Community

Consulting & Speaking

From The Heart...

Client reflections & praise.

"Finding Melissa was such a blessing that has changed the course of my life. The work we did in 2 years addressed my past trauma, gave me words and wisdom to see the manifestations of things that just no longer served me. I also started tapping into some big dreams that felt impossible before, and now simply feel like my birthright."

"I first came to therapy to better understand why I was suffering so much and how I could begin repairing some bad habits I had in intimate relationships. I uncovered so much more about myself that I hadn't dreamed I would be able to. Finding Melissa was such a blessing that has changed the course of my life."

"I am so grateful for Melissa. I did life coaching sessions with her through the majority of quarantine and it was instrumental to my ability to continue to grow and evolve despite the unprecedented circumstances and heaviness of 2020. What I loved and appreciated most was having the space to also talk about my spiritual journey throughout our sessions because I have always longed for that in the previous therapeutic settings I have entered."