Melissa Rodríguez

LCMHC, National Certified Counselor

My name is Melissa Rodríguez. I grew up in Puerto Rico and received my advanced education in clinical psychology and mental health counseling in both Spain and the United States.

I have over 15 years of experience working in the areas of health and clinical psychology including addiction, grief, life transitions, tobacco cessation, and trauma.

I am passionate about integrating different art modalities, such as music, literature, and cinema as part of the therapeutic process.

In addition to providing counseling for adults and adolescents dealing with a wide variety of issues and approaches, I provide immigration evaluations for attorneys and nonprofit organizations.

I have the capacity to accept new clients by offering video sessions via Zoom for individuals and families.

I look forward to meeting you and discussing how I may be of assistance.

Education:

M.S., Mental Health Counseling / Jackson State University, Jackson, MS / 2018

Doctorate Certification, Health and Clinical Psychology / University of Seville, Seville, Andalucía, Spain / 2008

M.A., Special Education / Bayamón Central University, Bayamón, Puerto Rico / 2005

B.A., Psychology / University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico / 2000

Certifications:

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) / Trained

EMDR Protocols for Early Intervention and Ongoing Traumatic Stress / Trained

Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy (SIP) / Trained

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) / Trained

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LCMHC-A) / March 2020

National Certified Counselor (NCC) / June 2019

Provisional Certification Mental Health Therapist / August 2018

Trained Medical Interpreter / July 2015

National Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist / May 2010

Affiliations & Volunteer Experience:

American Counseling Association / January 2015 - Present

National Child Traumatic Network / January 2017 - Present

International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies / April 2020 - Present

Member of Immigration Evaluation Community / August 2020 - Present