Melissa Madriaga, LPC

Melissa Madriaga is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin who brings a blend of clinical training and lived experience to her practice. She earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University in 2015 and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Marian University in 2010. Her LPC credential indicates advanced graduate training and state licensure to provide professional counseling services.

With eight years of therapeutic experience, Melissa has worked across diverse settings including work with incarcerated and unhoused populations. She served seven years in the United States Army Reserves and has developed a practice that welcomes people from a variety of backgrounds, including LGBTQ individuals and other underserved communities. Melissa is also the owner of Inner Balance Counseling, a private practice where she offers individualized care.

Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, eating and food-related concerns, self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger, and coping with life changes. She has specific experience supporting those struggling with eating disorders, self-harm, adjustment difficulties, and suicide prevention. Melissa uses cognitive behavioral therapy with a holistic mindset and has completed an Eating Disorder Certification Program.

Outside of clinical work she is a single mother to two daughters and shares her home with three cats and a yellow lab puppy. She enjoys hiking, biking, domestic travel, music, and exploring nature throughout Wisconsin. Melissa tries to offer scheduling flexibility when possible and welcomes inquiries from people who are interested in beginning therapy.