Melanie Roum, LCSW

Melanie Roum is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Louisiana with 15 years of professional experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of life challenges. She works with people struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Her practice also addresses attachment and abandonment concerns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication and control issues, disaster-related coping, divorce and separation, domestic violence, eating and food-related difficulties, and family of origin patterns.

Melanie approaches therapy from the perspective that each person is the expert on their own story and already possesses strengths that can be mobilized for change. She uses practical, evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing to help clients identify values, build skills, and move toward more meaningful functioning. Melanie is open to integrating faith and spiritual resources when clients express that preference and finds the Bible to be a helpful guide for some individuals working through challenges.

Clients can expect a supportive, empowering therapist who emphasizes collaboration and practical tools for growth. As an LCSW she brings clinical training in assessment and treatment alongside a person-centered commitment to helping clients pursue a more fulfilling and resilient life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Melanie Roum integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing mood, anxiety, and behavior. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to clarify personal values and promote psychological flexibility, supporting those facing life transitions, chronic stress, or recurring emotional struggles. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be particularly useful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and impulsive behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melanie collaborates with each client to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to support progress. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to practical, achievable steps.

Online therapy with Melanie is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexible options that accommodate work schedules, caregiving responsibilities, and mobility limits. These formats make it easier for clients to access licensed professionals and consistent care from locations that work for them, while supporting ongoing skill-building and therapeutic momentum.