Melissa Quigley, LPC

Melissa Quigley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 12 years of experience across clinical, community, and private practice settings. She has worked in intensive outpatient programs for mental health and addiction, partial hospitalization programs, and in school settings across the Philadelphia region, and has served as a clinical supervisor and director at community behavioral health agencies where building strong relationships with families and communities was a central focus.

Melissa brings training in crisis management and de-escalation to her work and has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, self-harm, anxiety, panic disorder, ADHD, career and life transitions, and relationship challenges. Her style is open, warm, and interactive, emphasizing respect, compassion, and sensitivity while tailoring sessions and treatment plans to each person’s specific goals and needs.

She views the decision to seek help as a courageous step and aims to support, empower, and encourage clients through change. Availability may vary during holidays, and Melissa welcomes those seeking structured guidance along with a collaborative, strengths-focused approach to mental health.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Melissa uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive environment where the client’s goals and perspectives guide the work; this approach helps with building self-understanding, improving relationships, and navigating life changes. She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, a practical method often used for anxiety, panic, depression, and coping skills development. Mindfulness Therapy is incorporated to teach present-focused awareness and stress-reduction strategies, which can be useful for managing anxiety, emotional reactivity, and ongoing stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melissa collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so therapy feels tailored and practical.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit consistent care into busy lives, support continuity during transitions, and allow access for international clients and those who prefer remote formats.