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Melissa Brady, LISW-CP

Clinical social worker specializing in trauma and anxiety
  • LISW-CP clinician
  • 11 years experience
  • Trauma-informed care

About Melissa Brady

Melissa Brady is a licensed clinical social worker in South Carolina with 11 years of counseling experience and the LISW-CP credential, a clinical social work license. She is dedicated to helping people prioritize their mental health so they can experience more joy and ease in everyday life.

Her experience spans residential programs, child advocacy, school settings, and primary care, which has shaped an inclusive and relatable clinical approach. She has supported people dealing with trauma, abuse and neglect, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, relationship challenges, and adjustment to life changes.

Her therapeutic style blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, trauma-focused therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies. Melissa emphasizes collaboration, tailoring treatment to each person’s strengths, needs, and goals so care feels practical and relevant.

Melissa’s practice includes a range of focus areas such as grief, parenting, intimacy-related issues, compassion fatigue, LGBT concerns, career stress, and many others. She aims to create a welcoming space where people feel understood and supported as they work toward a healthier, more satisfying life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melissa Brady have?

Melissa Brady has 11 years of counseling experience.

Is Melissa Brady a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW-CP credential. License details: SC LISW-CP 11695.

In which languages does Melissa Brady provide therapy?

Melissa Brady provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Brady located?

Melissa Brady is located in South Carolina.

How can I work with Melissa Brady as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Brady through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melissa Brady work with international clients?

Yes, Melissa Brady works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa Brady cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s 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 a client with their therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the way that feels most comfortable - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to access help from a distance.

Licensed professionals provide care through these remote options, and clients can change therapists if they want a different fit. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical and effective way to pursue support while balancing other areas of life.

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