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Melanie  Dente

LPCC, LMHC

Melanie Dente , LPCC, LMHC

Therapist in Ohio

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About Melanie

Melanie Dente is a licensed counselor practicing independently in Ohio who combines evidence-based training with a practical, skill-building focus. She holds LPCC and LMHC credentials - LPCC refers to Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and LMHC means Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and uses these frameworks to support people working through stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, and other life transitions.

She has specialized experience helping survivors of trauma and offers training in EMDR, CBT, and DBT, which she adapts to each client’s needs. Melanie helps clients manage anxiety symptoms, examine and test unhelpful thoughts, strengthen emotional regulation, and improve communication. Her approach emphasizes teaching concrete skills so clients can develop a personal toolkit for coping with difficult feelings and situations.

Throughout therapy she encourages clients to identify supportive people in their lives and to avoid unsafe behaviors while practicing new strategies. Melanie sets collaborative expectations and challenges clients to pursue meaningful change, while also acknowledging progress and celebrating successes as they occur. She aims to help people build lasting skills to face obstacles and reach their potential.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and test unhelpful thoughts and replace them with more balanced ways of thinking. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood-related concerns and focuses on practical exercises and behavioral experiments.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions, reducing impulsive behaviors, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It is useful for people who struggle with emotional regulation, relationship conflicts, and persistent distress.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a trauma-focused method that supports processing distressing memories and reducing the ongoing impact of past events. It can help those who experience post-traumatic stress, intrusive memories, or lingering trauma symptoms.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the journey, and Melanie works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adjusts techniques over time so therapy aligns with each person’s pace and priorities.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for differing schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide consistent, accessible support across distances, making it easier to maintain momentum and integrate skills into day-to-day life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Melanie Dente have?

Melanie Dente has 6 years of experience.

Is Melanie Dente a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds these credentials: LPCC, LMHC. License details: OH LPCC E.1700259-SUPV, WA LMHC 61268551.

In which languages does Melanie Dente provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Melanie Dente located?

She is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Melanie Dente as my therapist?

You can work with Melanie Dente through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melanie Dente work with international clients?

Melanie Dente does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melanie Dente 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 with therapy 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

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Coping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Ohio, Washington

Languages

English

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