Melissa Wiles, LMHC
Florida LMHC for anxiety and relationships
- Anxiety and stress
- Family and parenting
- CBT and DBT
About Melissa Wiles
Melissa Wiles is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida, holding the LMHC credential which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She brings over 30 years of broader professional experience and has provided clinical services to clients for four years. Her background includes substantial work with school-age youth, and she also welcomes opportunities to support adult clients.
Melissa adopts a laid-back, approachable manner that aims to put people at ease while addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and self-esteem. She also works with family and parenting issues, anger, career transitions, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD among other related areas. Her aim is to help individuals and families move toward greater clarity, confidence, and enjoyment in daily life.
Melissa uses a range of therapeutic techniques drawn from client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior methods, mindfulness, and solution-focused work to tailor care to each person she sees. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Melissa adopts a laid-back, approachable manner that aims to put people at ease while addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and self-esteem. She also works with family and parenting issues, anger, career transitions, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD among other related areas. Her aim is to help individuals and families move toward greater clarity, confidence, and enjoyment in daily life.
Melissa uses a range of therapeutic techniques drawn from client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior methods, mindfulness, and solution-focused work to tailor care to each person she sees. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melissa Wiles have?
Melissa Wiles has four years of experience providing clinical services.
Is Melissa Wiles a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential. License details are FL LMHC MH21394.
In which languages does Melissa Wiles provide therapy?
Melissa provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Wiles located?
Melissa is located in Florida.
How can I work with Melissa Wiles as my therapist?
You can work with Melissa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Wiles work with international clients?
Melissa Wiles does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Wiles 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Melissa Wiles
Melissa draws on client-centered therapy to create a collaborative atmosphere where the client’s goals and perspective guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and active listening and is useful for building trust and exploring personal values and choices.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT - which focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT can be effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns by teaching practical skills to manage symptoms and reactions.
Dialectical behavior therapy - DBT - is another tool in her practice, offering emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness strategies. DBT can help people who struggle with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or impulsive behaviors.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Melissa collaborates with each person to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods over time rather than relying on a single model.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and helps people access care from home or work. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to meet clients where they are and support continuity of care despite busy or changing lives.