Melanie Alford LICSW

Real change comes from understanding why our own impulses and behaviors hold us back from experiencing our true potential and discovering the skills to create the change we seek. I believe in a holistic, person-centered approach to therapy that helps people find the answers that were inside them all along. As a therapist, I am intuitive and compassionate, yet direct, and employ a mix of modalities, including traditional psychotherapy, cognitive therapy and mindfulness techniques.

I have a special interest in working with adolescents and adults who are dealing with chronic illnesses, new disabilities, end-of-life issues, caregiver stress, grief/loss and individuals from the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and non-conforming gender communities. I also have interest in working with people who are questioning their sexual and relationship practices.