Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda, LCSW
Trauma-informed LCSW supporting healing and resilience
- EMDR and trauma care
- Harm-reduction counseling
- Attachment and relational work
About Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda
Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings a trauma-informed, client-centered approach to therapeutic care. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, trauma and abuse, substance use, and major life transitions, offering tailored strategies that reflect each person’s strengths and goals.
She holds a Master of Social Work with a concentration in trauma and interpersonal violence and completed a double major Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice and Psychology. Her clinical background spans work in the criminal justice system, re-entry programs, recovery homes, homeless shelters serving youth, adults, and families, a day treatment program for adolescents, treatment court, and settings involving psychiatric security review processes. She also has experience in outpatient care with clients beginning as young as 11 and across the lifespan.
Melinda is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a therapy used to help people process distressing memories and reduce their ongoing impact. She is also a certified drug and alcohol counselor who uses a harm-reduction framework to meet clients where they are and support safer choices and practical change.
Her therapeutic toolkit includes cognitive and behavioral interventions, dialectical behavior therapy skills, somatic practices, mindfulness-based approaches, prolonged exposure and cognitive processing work for trauma, and relational methods that draw on attachment theory. She integrates these modalities in a way that prioritizes feedback from the person in treatment and adapts methods to fit individual needs.
Across her work, Melinda emphasizes collaboration, respect for personal agency, and ongoing learning. She aims to create a supportive environment where people can explore difficult experiences, build coping skills, and pursue meaningful change at a sustainable pace.
Melinda practices in Oregon and provides services in English. Her experience combines clinical training and varied field work to support those navigating complex emotional, relational, and behavioral challenges.
She holds a Master of Social Work with a concentration in trauma and interpersonal violence and completed a double major Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice and Psychology. Her clinical background spans work in the criminal justice system, re-entry programs, recovery homes, homeless shelters serving youth, adults, and families, a day treatment program for adolescents, treatment court, and settings involving psychiatric security review processes. She also has experience in outpatient care with clients beginning as young as 11 and across the lifespan.
Melinda is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a therapy used to help people process distressing memories and reduce their ongoing impact. She is also a certified drug and alcohol counselor who uses a harm-reduction framework to meet clients where they are and support safer choices and practical change.
Her therapeutic toolkit includes cognitive and behavioral interventions, dialectical behavior therapy skills, somatic practices, mindfulness-based approaches, prolonged exposure and cognitive processing work for trauma, and relational methods that draw on attachment theory. She integrates these modalities in a way that prioritizes feedback from the person in treatment and adapts methods to fit individual needs.
Across her work, Melinda emphasizes collaboration, respect for personal agency, and ongoing learning. She aims to create a supportive environment where people can explore difficult experiences, build coping skills, and pursue meaningful change at a sustainable pace.
Melinda practices in Oregon and provides services in English. Her experience combines clinical training and varied field work to support those navigating complex emotional, relational, and behavioral challenges.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda have?
Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda has 6 years of experience.
Is Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are OR LCSW L11390.
In which languages does Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda located?
She is located in Oregon.
How can I work with Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda as my therapist?
You can work with Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda work with international clients?
Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda 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.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether connecting with a therapist remotely will feel helpful for their concerns. For common challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, many individuals find online therapy to be a practical and effective way to receive support.One major benefit is flexibility - people can meet with therapists in the format that fits their routines and comfort level, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or written messaging. This range of options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and other commitments.
Licensed professionals deliver therapy remotely and approaches can be adapted to virtual formats. If the fit is not ideal, it is possible to request a different therapist to find a stronger therapeutic match. Online work can provide accessible ways to engage in therapy while offering many of the same collaborative, evidence-informed techniques used in face-to-face care.
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