Melissa Alton, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Melissa Alton

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Accepting clients
Updated 30+ days ago

Hi! My name is Melissa Alton, and I'm an experienced clinician with specializations in substance use and trauma.  Through education and life experiences,

Melissa Alton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. She works with teens, young adults, and adults. Her practice supports people managing anxiety, depression, and panic. She also helps with posttraumatic stress, abuse, and anger. Clients coping with chronic illness or pain, sleep concerns, or physical stress find support with her. She addresses attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, alcohol use, and family caregiving stress. Melissa uses a client-centered style that emphasizes empathy, clear communication, and collaboration. She listens for each person’s lived context, then partners to define goals and workable next steps. Care is paced to match each person’s readiness and strengths, blending practical skills with reflection. She supports recovery from traumatic experiences and the strain of complex health conditions. An experienced clinician, she continues to grow through ongoing study and professional presentations. She offers telehealth sessions for clients who prefer secure video appointments, available across Florida.

Remote
Speaks English, Other
Emergency number not available

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Abuse
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Chronic Illness/Pain
  • Depression
  • Family Caregiving Stress
  • Panic
  • Physical Stress
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sleep Concerns

Age groups

  • Teens (13-17)
  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)

Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • AvMed – Florida
  • Cigna – Florida
  • Oscar – Florida
  • Out-of-pocket
  • In-network insurance
  • Out-of-network insurance

Credentials

Licenses

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor

    MH12603, Florida

Other