Dr. Melissa Chovan, LCPC, LPC

Dr. Melissa Chovan is a licensed counselor with 13 years of clinical experience working with individuals and families across a wide range of mental health and social concerns. She draws on a broad background that includes work in domestic violence and sexual assault services, alternative education and residential programs for at-risk youth, child protective services cases, community mental health, state prison settings, private practice, and both online and in-person teaching. Her practice addresses anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship and family issues, grief, addictions, LGBT and gender-related concerns, and many related areas.

She is pursuing a deeper specialty in trauma and has trained in Brainspotting, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Accelerated Response Therapy, and is working toward certification in those approaches. In addition to trauma-focused skills, she uses tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems techniques, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to meet each person where they are. Dr. Chovan holds LCPC and LPC credentials, which are state licenses to practice as a professional counselor.

Her therapeutic style is warm, respectful, and interactive, with an emphasis on hope, empowerment, strong therapeutic relationship, and ongoing education. Those who want to be heard, learn, and actively work toward change will find collaborative support and practical guidance tailored to their needs and goals.

Blending Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Chovan incorporates client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s goals and values guide the work; this approach helps people who need empathy, validation, and collaborative exploration of their concerns. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT is effective for anxiety, depression, and many everyday coping challenges. When emotion regulation and interpersonal difficulties are central, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills offer concrete tools for managing intense feelings, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive behavior.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Chovan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Dr. Chovan is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options allow people to attend sessions from home, fit therapy into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care despite life transitions or geographic constraints. Licensed professionals can tailor modality and pace so therapy aligns with each person’s practical circumstances and therapeutic aims.