Melanie Barefield , LPC, LMFT

Melanie Barefield is a licensed therapist who combines family systems training with trauma-focused care to support individuals, couples, and families through difficult transitions. She holds credentials as an LPC and an LMFT - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - and has built a practice centered on healing relationships while helping individuals develop stronger coping skills around stress and family of origin issues.

Her clinical background includes extensive work with people affected by past traumatic experiences, and much of her experience has involved supporting trauma recovery. She has provided care across residential treatment centers, in-home counseling, church-based programs, and hospital settings, which has shaped a practical, adaptable approach to treatment.

Melanie emphasizes a collaborative, goal-oriented process that begins with careful listening and continues through joint planning and skill-building. She is trained in Prepare-Enrich for couples work and often uses techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused CBT with individuals. Drawing on family therapy principles, she helps family members understand their interaction patterns and make meaningful changes to improve how they relate to one another.

Melanie welcomes contact from individuals and families who are ready to take the next step and offers steady, practical support aimed at improving day-to-day life and relationships.