Melissa Martinez
MA, APC, NCC

Melissa earned her Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behavioral Science from the Ashford University in 2018 and received her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in 2024. She is a member of Chi Sigma Iota, the international counseling honor society, and graduated magna cum laude.

 

Before settling in Georgia, her family experienced the unique challenges of military life during her husband’s 11 years of service in the United States Army. These experiences gave Melissa a deep understanding of how adversity can affect families and the importance of community support in overcoming life’s challenges.

 

Raised in New York City, Melissa was immersed in a vibrant and diverse environment that instilled in her the values of cultural awareness and respect. This early exposure to different cultures has helped her remain open-minded, nonjudgmental, and attuned to the diverse backgrounds of the individuals and families she serves.

 

Melissa utilizes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). She believes that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, and by incorporating multiple approaches, she is able to tailor treatment to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. Melissa is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for her clients. She believes the therapeutic relationship between counselor and client is the foundation for healing and growth. Her goal is to ensure that every client feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their counseling journey.

 

Melissa is currently under the supervision of Dr. Amanda Slaughter Ed.D, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS as she continues to grow in her professional counseling career.