LCSW

Melissa Brierley, LCSW

Therapist in New York

Melissa is a LCSW therapist in New York.

10+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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About Melissa

Melissa Brierley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with ten years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, and career-related challenges. She works with clients facing low motivation, self-esteem concerns, and confidence issues, offering pragmatic guidance alongside emotional support. Melissa approaches each person as the expert of their own story, building on existing strengths to help address the obstacles that feel most pressing.

She views the decision to seek change as an act of courage and aims to create a collaborative space where clients can explore goals and try new strategies at a pace that feels manageable. Melissa brings clinical skills honed over a decade to help people navigate life transitions, trauma and abuse, workplace difficulties, and relationship concerns, while attending to related issues such as body image, guilt and shame, and isolation.

Clients working with Melissa can expect an empowering, supportive partnership focused on practical tools and deeper understanding. Her work emphasizes both immediate coping skills and longer-term growth, with attention to how past experiences and current patterns influence well-being. Melissa strives to help each person move toward a more fulfilling and resilient life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is practical and skill-focused, often used for stress, anxiety, and difficulties with motivation or coping. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing traumatic experiences in a way that reduces their hold on everyday life, and it can include techniques to manage post-traumatic stress and related symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for intense emotions and relationship struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melissa Brierley works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration may include trying different strategies and adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and therapists may also communicate through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain support during life transitions, and connect from home or other convenient locations while working toward meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Melissa Brierley have?

Melissa Brierley has 10 years of professional experience.

Is Melissa Brierley a licensed therapist?

Yes. Melissa Brierley holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NY LCSW 084239.

In which languages does Melissa Brierley provide therapy?

Therapy with Melissa Brierley is provided in English.

Where is Melissa Brierley located?

Melissa Brierley is located in New York.

How can I work with Melissa Brierley as my therapist?

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

Does Melissa Brierley work with international clients?

Melissa Brierley does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa Brierley 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.