Melissa Backus
(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I specialize in treating anxiety and life transitions, accept insurance and love working with college students. I am licensed in FL, NY, NJ, CT and MA.
I have 20 years of experience working with clients of all ages in multiple settings. Sessions are interactive and focus on your goals. My clients tell me that my laid-back style creates a safe space to process vulnerable feelings. Recognizing the need for support and taking the first step is a brave decision, and together, we can determine the best approach. If you're ready to start the journey, please reach out. I offer a free initial consultation to discuss your goals and assess how I can assist.
Practice hours (EST)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Career
- College and School Placement
- Conflict Resolution
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transitions
- Perfectionism
- Performance Anxiety
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
- Self-Esteem
- Social Anxiety
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Children (under 10)
- Preteens (10-12)
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Family Therapy
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Mindfulness Training
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Yoga Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Relational Psychotherapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
$80 — $125per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – Florida
- Cigna – Florida
- Optum – Florida
- Out-of-pocket
- Documentation provided for patient filling
- Out-of-network insurance
- Sliding scale
- In-network insurance
- I offer a free consultation
Payment methods
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
Credentials
Licenses
LCSW
17804, Florida
Certificates
Certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Florida Atlantic University