I integrate an eclectic range of therapeutic approaches to support each person on their unique path toward healing and growth. I believe deeply in the human capacity for resilience and positive change, and I’m passionate about helping clients rediscover hope—even in the midst of pain.
My intention is to create a safe, compassionate s
I specialize in both pornography & sexual addiction recovery along with trauma focused EMDR therapy to help with PTSD as well as betrayal trauma. I also effectively help individuals struggling with a variety of other issues like depression, anxiety, P.T.S.D., chemical dependency, codependence, relational issues, and grief. Over the past two decades
My work is grounded in a trauma-informed lens that honors both the pain and resilience shaped by your life experiences.
Many of my clients come to me feeling unseen, overextended, or burdened by expectations—often carrying the weight of childhood responsibility, grief, or unresolved guilt. Together, we explore these experiences with compas
Depression robs us of our hope and ability to feel joy. Anxious thoughts can cause us to doubt ourselves and the people we want to trust. I know the toll that these feelings can have on our relationships with others and with ourselves. Life experiences can bring us pain, cause us to question our world, and create obstacles that feel overwhelming an
I believe everyone has the capacity and desire for individual growth. Whether an individual has come from a troubled background or a supportive family environment, there is always room for increased personal awareness and development. I believe in providing a very supportive environment, both physically and emotionally. I am caring, empathetic, and
You may be struggling to understand and cope with the situations in your life--both past and present. I will offer you a safe place to be heard and explore what lies behind your experiences and your reactions to them. And I will help you find your authentic voice and power so that you can get unstuck and move forward with the insights you glean fro
Life can be hard. Sometimes we have difficulty communicating with our partner, boss, children, or our parents. Sometimes we have difficulty adjusting to a new environment or new life circumstances. At times, we may feel stuck and unsure of how to make changes in our lives. Other times we may want to delve deeper and truly understand our motivations
Compassionate, non-judgmental and effective virtual psychotherapy conveniently provided to you wherever you are across the state of Georgia.
Hello! I'm a licensed psychologist who provides telehealth psychotherapy to adults, college/graduate school students, and couples across Georgia. I understand that therapy may be a new experience for you
As a counselor, I believe that working through challenges such as depression, anxiety, co-dependency, addictions... in the present time is very important, along with examining wounds from childhood that are barriers to moving forward. Through this work, healing can occur with understanding, self-compassion, authenticity, and positive change. Most p
Combining insight-oriented therapy with body-based, somatic treatment approaches results in lasting change. I invite you to read about my work in detail at my website MelissaLesterLCSW.com, and schedule a free 20-minute consultation to further explore working together.
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Women's Issues
Anxiety, Stress, and Overwhelm
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