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Melissa Adcock, LCSW, CSW

LCSW guiding clients through change and healing
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Family and relationships
  • CBT and DBT approaches

About Melissa Adcock

Melissa Adcock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a long history in the mental health field. She began her academic training with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Indiana University in 2005 and completed her MSW at Indiana-Purdue University in 2009. Melissa obtained her clinical social work license in Indiana in 2011 and later secured licensure in Colorado in 2015 after relocating to the mountains.

Over the course of her career she has worked with a wide range of populations across many settings, developing broad experience with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, grief, gender and sexual identity matters, ADHD and bipolar conditions, and life transitions. That varied background informs a flexible, client-focused approach that adapts to each person’s needs.

Her therapeutic style blends client-centered principles with evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused work, and Motivational Interviewing. Melissa helps people name and explore difficult thoughts and feelings, then partners with them to identify practical steps forward. She emphasizes that therapy is not one size fits all and that the client remains the driver of the process, using sessions as a space to better understand oneself and make meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melissa Adcock have?

Melissa Adcock has 11 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Melissa Adcock a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details are CO LCSW CSW.09923913 and FL LCSW SW24016.

In which languages does Melissa Adcock provide therapy?

Melissa Adcock provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Adcock located?

Melissa Adcock is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Melissa Adcock as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Adcock through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melissa Adcock work with international clients?

Melissa Adcock does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa Adcock 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 with therapy 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.

Approaches for effective online therapy



Melissa Adcock uses a mix of client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address a wide range of concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship so clients feel heard and valued; it helps people gain clarity about their goals and values. CBT examines the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns. DBT offers tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melissa collaborates with each person to determine what methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to maintain continuity of care. These options allow clients to work with licensed professionals from more convenient locations, fit sessions into busy routines, and access support in ways that suit their comfort and lifestyle.

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