Melinda Labbe, LMHC, LPC
Experienced LMHC and LPC for relationship and trauma
- 20 years experience
- Attachment and trauma focus
- Video phone chat text
About Melinda Labbe
Melinda Labbe is a licensed mental health professional with two decades of experience as a psychotherapist and life coach. She holds both LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credentials, which she uses to support people facing a broad range of concerns. Her practice addresses issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship and family struggles, parenting challenges, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related concerns, career difficulties, ADHD, and stress-related conditions.
She has worked with individuals affected by sexual abuse, physical trauma, and emotional abuse, and brings experience supporting military members and families through transitions and conflict. Her approach blends evidence-informed methods with a warm, interactive style that prioritizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion rather than stigmatizing labels. Melinda tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs, drawing on Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy as appropriate.
Melinda emphasizes collaborative work that empowers clients to make meaningful changes. She views the therapeutic relationship as a partnership and seeks to help people build skills, strengthen relationships, and move toward a more fulfilling life. With a focus on practical strategies and emotional healing, she supports clients through the challenges that accompany major life changes and ongoing struggles.
She has worked with individuals affected by sexual abuse, physical trauma, and emotional abuse, and brings experience supporting military members and families through transitions and conflict. Her approach blends evidence-informed methods with a warm, interactive style that prioritizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion rather than stigmatizing labels. Melinda tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs, drawing on Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy as appropriate.
Melinda emphasizes collaborative work that empowers clients to make meaningful changes. She views the therapeutic relationship as a partnership and seeks to help people build skills, strengthen relationships, and move toward a more fulfilling life. With a focus on practical strategies and emotional healing, she supports clients through the challenges that accompany major life changes and ongoing struggles.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melinda Labbe have?
Melinda Labbe has 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist and life coach.
Is Melinda Labbe a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LMHC and LPC credentials. Her license details are FL LMHC MH15035 and OK LPC 3659.
In which languages does Melinda Labbe provide therapy?
Melinda Labbe provides therapy in English.
Where is Melinda Labbe located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Melinda Labbe as my therapist?
You can work with Melinda Labbe through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melinda Labbe work with international clients?
Melinda Labbe does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melinda Labbe cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending 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 details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your 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.
Attachment and Cognitive Approaches Delivered Online
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and emotional regulation. It helps people understand attachment needs, improve trust and closeness in relationships, and address issues that stem from abandonment or adoption-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathetic relationship where the therapist follows the client’s lead, offering support that fosters self-awareness and personal growth; this approach is helpful for people coping with life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and communication problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, teaching practical strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and stress through skill-building and structured interventions.
Finding the best therapeutic approach is part of the work and is done collaboratively. Melinda partners with clients to identify goals, explore which methods fit their preferences and needs, and adjust the plan as progress unfolds so that therapy remains tailored and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit regular sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity through life changes, and access consistent support from licensed professionals without needing to travel. The emphasis is on practical, accessible care that aligns with each person’s daily life.