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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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
Are you someone who:
-is a deep thinker about life, the universe, and everything?
-is emotionally intense, and tends to experience your feelings very deeply and intensely?
-is prone to feeling overstimulated, overwhelmed, and sometimes slow to really trust others?
-has been left feeling bad around other people thinking you're too sensitive, too dra
Welcome! I am an emopunk and art-loving therapist in Georgia offering person-centered, empowerment-based counseling for adults. I work with neurotypical and neurodiverse individuals facing challenges such as substance (mis)use, BPD, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, OCD, and life transitions. I’ll walk with you through your therapy journey,
In my approach to therapy, I focus on creating a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, valued, and understood. I believe that healing begins with self-awareness and self-compassion, so together, we’ll explore the patterns and experiences that have shaped your emotions and relationships.
I take an eclectic, strengths-based approach,
If you struggle with self-doubt, self-criticism, poor body image, obsessive and intrusive thoughts, high emotional sensitivity, anxiety, perfectionism, or if you struggle to ask for help, or often put yourself last, go ahead and contact me because I have a deep desire to help support you. I believe that you have everything you need already inside o
I know what it’s like to feel unseen, dismissed, or like your struggles don’t quite fit the mold of what people expect. Maybe you’ve been told your pain is all in your head, that you’re too sensitive, or that you just need to try harder—but deep down, you know there’s more to the story. Whether you’re navig
In today’s demanding world, success often comes at the cost of personal well-being. For those at the top of their fields—executives, entrepreneurs, and high-performing professionals—the pressures of maintaining excellence, balancing demanding schedules, and navigating complex relationships can lead to overwhelming stress, anxiety,
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
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