LMHC, LPMHC
Melissa Tooles, LMHC, LPMHC
Therapist in Florida
Melissa is a LMHC, LPMHC therapist in Florida.
- 10+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Parenting issues
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About Melissa
Her educational background spans School Counseling, Community Counseling, and Psychology, along with additional certifications that strengthen her ability to work with diverse populations. Melissa draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, career transitions, and compassion fatigue. She also addresses attachment issues, caregiver stress, communication difficulties, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, pregnancy and childbirth related concerns, self-love, women’s issues, and workplace challenges.
Melissa approaches therapy as a collaborative process, partnering with clients to navigate difficult moments and build practical strategies for daily life. She offers multiple ways to meet, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, to fit a variety of schedules and needs.
Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Counseling
Melissa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize practical skill building and emotional insight. One common focus is skills-based work that helps clients develop coping strategies, stress management tools, and clearer communication skills to address anxiety, workplace stress, and parenting challenges. Another focus is relational and attachment-oriented work that examines patterns in relationships, caregiver stress, and communication problems to promote healthier connections and greater self-understanding. She also integrates trauma-aware approaches when addressing post-traumatic stress, guiding clients through paced, supportive steps toward recovery.
Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative journey. Melissa partners with clients to identify goals, assess what works, and adjust techniques over time so the therapy aligns with each person’s needs, values, and preferences. This collaborative stance helps clients find practical, sustainable ways to move forward.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for varied schedules and lifestyles. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy routines, and access licensed professionals from locations where in-person visits may be difficult. For many clients, these options increase accessibility while supporting consistent progress in therapy.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Melissa Tooles have?
Melissa Tooles has 10 years of professional experience.
Is Melissa Tooles a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LMHC and LPMHC. Her license details are FL LMHC MH26539 and DE LPMHC PC-0000748.
In which languages does Melissa Tooles provide therapy?
Melissa provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Tooles located?
Melissa Tooles is located in Florida.
How can I work with Melissa Tooles as my therapist?
Clients can work with Melissa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Tooles work with international clients?
No. Melissa Tooles does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Tooles 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 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.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Delaware, Florida
Languages
English