She/Her/Hers
Contact Melissa
E-Mail: mlamberty@chicagoinstituteforchange.com
Insurance Taken: BCBS
Specialties:
Individuals 18+
LGBTQ+ community
Depression
Anxiety
Military veterans
Military Sexual Trauma (MST)
PTSD
Substance abuse issues
Holistic healing practices
Relational approach
Motivational Interviewing
DBT
Positive Psychology
Talk therapy
Individual and group therapy
Fun Fact:
Melissa is a Hispanic woman, an Army veteran, and a devoted wife to a military combat veteran. She is a loving mother of four and a fur mom to three dogs. Born and raised in Queens, NY, she has traveled due to military service and holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work from Indiana Wesleyan University.
Therapeutic Approach
Have you ever gotten to a point in your life where you feel overwhelmed, lost, fearful or insecure? Have you felt like the waves of depression, anxiety or PTSD have consumed your everyday life? What about the constant negative self-talk that makes you feel trapped? I have deep compassion for people who struggle with their thoughts and emotions, whether it is a chronic situation or due to a significant life event.
I am a firm believer that our mental health is just as important as our physical health. Our bodies, at both the mental and physical level, constantly needs refueling, recharging, relaxation and healing. We all deserve happiness, peace and a quality life. We all come from different walks of life and I believe that our experiences shape our worldview. My passion is to meet people where they are in life and help guide them to the path of healing and tranquility.
Specializations and Interests
The following represents the populations I enjoy working with and what I have experience/specialization in:
18+ individuals
Any gender identity, race, religion & ethnic background
LGBTQ+ community
Depression
Anxiety
Military veterans
Military Sexual Trauma (MST)
Individual therapy
Group therapy
Holistic healing practices
Relational approach
Motivational Interviewing
DBT
Positive Psychology
Talk therapy
Post traumatic Stress
Substance Abuse issues
Biography
A little bit about me: I am a Hispanic woman and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a devoted wife to a military combat veteran and I am an Army veteran myself. I am a loving mother to four beautiful children, three girls and one boy. I am also a fur mom to three cute little dogs! I was born and raised in Queens, New York but have lived in or traveled to several states and a foreign country due to military service right out of high school. My education includes a Bachelors and Masters degree in Social Work from Indiana Wesleyan University.