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LGBT therapists in New Bedford, MA


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in New Bedford, MA
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Melyse Behavioral & Wellness is a small group practice that empowers, supports and helps clients thrive through their journey. We are a small practice designed to meet the support We have a long history working with kids in the foster care system. I work with clients from various walks of life ages 12 years and older a variety of different emotional difficulties find a way to improve the quality of your relationships with family and friends. You’re taking the first step, and I congratulate you for that because it’s not an easy thing to do.
Life brings stress, change, grief, and unexpected challenges. Even when things seem manageable on the surface, those experiences can quietly affect how we think, feel, relate to others, and move through the world. Therapy offers a space to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and develop healthier ways to cope and grow.
I work with adults navigating everyday stress, major life transitions, grief, pet loss, self-doubt, career pressures, relationship concerns, and questions around identity. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel more grounded, confident, and connected.
I am an LMHC who specializes in disability, chronic pain, trauma, grief, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I graduated from Suffolk University with an Masters of Science in mental health counseling.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, and I earned my Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. I completed my Undergraduate in Psychology from Florida A&M University. I’m certified and experienced in EMDR- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, CBT- Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Intervention Treatment, and I'm Nationally Certified in Anger Management. I’m also a Qualified Supervisor.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist and career counselor. I have worked with clients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjusting to college life and career challenges. I also have experience counseling clients with medical illnesses including Long Covid. My therapy style has been described as warm and engaging; I believe in creating a safe space with respect, compassion and open dialogue necessary to building trust.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in New Bedford, MA



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 99%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 88%Trauma

- 98%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 79%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 50%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

- 99%English
- 10%Spanish
- 1%Portuguese
- 1%French
- 1%Hindi

- 93%Online only
- 7%In-person or online

- 73%Woman
- 23%Man
- 4%Non-binary

- 45%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 35%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 13%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Clinical Psychologist
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 31%Family therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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