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Melissa Alton, LMHC, LMFT, NCC, CCMHC, MCAP

Melissa Alton, LMHC, LMFT, NCC, CCMHC, MCAP

Altamonte Springs, Florida
VerifiedTelehealth Available

Professions: Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Addiction Counselor

Languages: English

Telephone: 386-516-5697

My Approach to Therapy

My journey in the world of counseling is driven by a genuine desire to help individuals find their strength amidst challenges. With a background deeply rooted in trauma-informed care and substance use therapy, I aim to provide a space where healing is not just a possibility but a certainty. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), National Certified Counselor (NCC), Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC), and Masters Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), I bring a multidisciplinary approach to my work, combining my training in mental health, family systems, and addiction recovery to support individuals, couples, and families. I've witnessed the remarkable resilience of individuals in dark moments and believe that with empathetic connection and evidence-based treatment, true transformation is possible. I am committed to walking alongside those who are ready to reclaim their lives and thrive through personalized, empathetic care.

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

TeensAdults

Groups I Work With

Melissa Alton specializes in working with Teens and Adults who are navigating challenges related to Substance Use andor Trauma. Her practice covers an extensive range of co-occurring mental health, emotional, relational, and behavioral issues, including: Abuse & Assault: Domestic violence, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and sexual assaultabuse. Mood & Anxiety: Depression, anxiety, bipolar, panic, anger, aggression, irritability, fear, and worry. Self-Perception & Identity: Self-esteem, self-confidence, self-doubt, self-criticism, worthlessness, inadequacy, identity issues, self-harm, shame, and self-actualization. Relational & Communication: Communication issues, codependency, dependency, control issues, isolation, jealousy, family problems, and issues related to breakups or forgiveness. Chronic Conditions: Chronic illness and chronic pain. Life Adjustment: Academic concerns, career choiceissues, school issues, adjusting to change, mid-life crisis, creative blocks, and religious issues. Other Concerns: ADHD, habits, mood swings, compulsive spending, and narcissism.

Therapy Services & Specialties

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

Abuse / Abuse Survivor IssuesAcademic ConcernsAddictions and CompulsionsAdjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAggression and ViolenceAngerAnxietyBipolar

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Client-Directed Outcome-Informed Therapy (CDOI)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Processing TherapyCollaborative TherapyCompassion Focused Therapy (CFT)Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)Emotion Focused TherapyMindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

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Location & Contact

Primary Office

235 N Westmonte Dr.

1st and 2nd Floor

Altamonte Springs, Florida, 32714

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