Melanie Dente, LPCC, LMHC
- Trauma and anxiety
- EMDR CBT DBT
- Skill-building focus
About Melanie Dente
Melanie helps clients examine and test thoughts that may be contributing to difficulties, supports development of emotion regulation and communication skills, and guides people toward identifying professional and personal supports. She encourages clients to avoid unsafe behaviors while building practical strategies to cope, often described as learning to "fill their toolboxes" with skills they can use independently. Throughout treatment she challenges clients to pursue their potential and acknowledges progress as successes occur. Melanie integrates skill-building with trauma-informed approaches to help clients navigate obstacles and strengthen resilience over time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melanie Dente have?
Melanie Dente has 6 years of experience.
Is Melanie Dente a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LPCC and LMHC. License details are OH LPCC E.1700259-SUPV and WA LMHC 61268551.
In which languages does Melanie Dente provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Melanie Dente located?
She is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Melanie Dente as my therapist?
Clients can work with Melanie Dente through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melanie Dente work with international clients?
Melanie Dente does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melanie Dente cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and availability, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrating Evidence-Based Therapies Online
Melanie Dente uses well-established approaches to address trauma, anxiety, and emotion regulation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and test unhelpful thoughts and develop practical coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to reduce intense emotional reactions and improve communication in relationships. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) offers a structured method to reprocess distressing memories and reduce the emotional charge associated with traumatic experiences.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melanie collaborates with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences and to tailor a mix of methods that best fits their situation. This collaborative process helps determine whether CBT, DBT, EMDR, or a combination will be most helpful.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage with licensed professionals from different settings and schedules, making it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.