Melissa received her master’s degree in counseling with a clinical emphasis from Kent State University and is a Licensed Counselor with the state of New York and the state of Pennsylvania.

Melissa has over 10 years of experience treating eating disorders while working in a variety of clinical settings, with diverse populations. She believes in the all foods fit model and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Through her experiences, she developed a continuing passion for treating individuals who are working toward optimal development. In facilitating treatment; she utilizes strategies of prevention, intervention, and remediation to assist in developing effective coping skills and responses to clients’ environment. Melissa provides a warm and safe space for her clients in order to foster support for setting goals that support a recovered lifestyle.