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Melisa Maling

LCSW, CSW

Melisa Maling , LCSW, CSW

Therapist in Colorado

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About Melisa

Melisa Maling is a Colorado-licensed social worker with 33 years of professional experience who focuses on helping people recover from trauma and cope with loss. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials - LCSW indicates a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW denotes a social work credential - and brings longstanding clinical expertise to work with individuals facing trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, and compassion fatigue.

Her practice also addresses adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, self-love, women's issues, and workplace concerns. In addition to therapeutic work, she has experience with executive and professional coaching, adapting methods to the needs of professionals seeking practical growth as well as emotional healing.

Melisa emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique circumstances. She takes a collaborative approach that honors individual goals and pacing, helping clients build clearer direction and greater resilience. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life requires courage, and Melisa offers steady support throughout that process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Melisa Maling uses a mix of client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and trauma-focused approaches that translate well to remote work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and support, helping clients explore their values and goals while feeling understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be especially useful for managing anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem concerns. Trauma-Focused Therapy offers targeted strategies to process and reduce the ongoing impact of traumatic events, addressing symptoms of post-traumatic stress and related difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melisa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the plan evolves with progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy provides practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care despite distance, and access consistent support when life circumstances change.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Melisa Maling have?

Melisa Maling has 33 years of professional experience in social work and related clinical practice.

Is Melisa Maling a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details are CO LCSW CSW.00991658.

In which languages does Melisa Maling provide therapy?

Melisa Maling provides therapy in English.

Where is Melisa Maling located?

Melisa Maling is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Melisa Maling as my therapist?

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

Does Melisa Maling work with international clients?

Melisa Maling does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melisa Maling 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

Trauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

33+ years

Licensed

Colorado

Languages

English

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