She is lovely to talk to and very comforting
Melissa Dawicki, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Melissa. View 25 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in South Carolina, Maine, and 1 more
Recent reviews
Very responsive and understanding
More about Melissa
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LPC, LCPC
Hello!
Welcome to BetterHelp! I'm so proud of you for deciding to take care of yourself and joining me at BetterHelp! I look forward to getting to know you. I understand that you’re nervous --that’s common and to be expected! Taking the first step is always the hardest in anything we pursue in life- I am here to give you the support, encouragement and empowerment to take control of your life! You can rest assured that you have found a safe and supportive environment here at Better Help.
We will start out by getting to know each other more and how I can help. I'm always open to your feedback about how it's going and what you need. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of South Carolina, West Virginia and Maine with over 17 years of behavioral health experience working with individuals and families in multiple settings including community mental health, emergency room, private practice and telehealth. Throughout my career, I have worked with symptoms including but not limited to depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management and relationship issues among others. In working with patients, I refer to Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I check messages 2-3 times per day, Monday-Thursday up until 4:00. I am unable to see patients from 12:00-1:00 during the week and do not see patients after 5:00 pm due to outside obligations. Saturdays and Sundays are my days off, as well as holidays. I am based out of South Carolina and therefore am on EST. Please let me know if there is an alternate appointment time you need- I will work with you to meet your scheduling needs based on my availability.
With this said, I would like to establish a few general guidelines: counseling can be empowering but it also requires a commitment to change- please be patient as symptoms and issues are processed and explored and understand that it takes time to gain strength. Most presenting symptoms are deep rooted and require more than a few short correspondences to fully resolve. Also, please be mindful that this is a paid subscription so it is to your advantage to actively participate in treatment and keep the lines of communication open. Please take note that after two no shows or same day appointment cancellations, I will recommend that you switch to another provider. My time is just as valuable as yours and appointment no shows and cancellations result in financial loss. I also ask that you please understand that not all cases are appropriate for online counseling and some are better suited for an office setting. I do not accept any cases with substance abuse or addiction of any kind as a chief complaint.
Please remember you have access to the room 24/7 and may write as much as you want, anytime. Longer posts from you typically take me a few days to process and fully respond to.
Also, few logistics as we start - here's information about:
1) the informed consent
2) confidentiality
3) safety
I want to be sure to go over informed consent and mandated reporting and some other important information. Your emergency contact information is secure and I am bound by confidentiality, which means everything you tell me stays in this room with the following exceptions, as I am a mandated reporter: (1) if you are suicidal/homicidal, (2) abuse/neglect to a child, elderly or disabled person, (3) if I am subpoenaed by a court. Informed consent means you are consenting to therapy services with me and understand all of your rights, as explained in the informed consent document you sign. You will receive a request to complete your emergency contact information which must be completed before we start working together. The information will never be used if you become silent, but only in a true emergency, as I am always going to do my best to ensure your safety.
Speaking of safety, as we work together I want to let you know that BetterHelp is not a crisis center. Please make note of the emergency procedures and resources listed below should a crisis arise during my time off or when I am offline. Even though there is an option to mark messages as urgent please do not use that for crisis situations. Marking a message as urgent does not ensure I will see it or respond quicker.
Urgent/Emergent Resources:
You can go to your local emergency room, call 911, or call 1-833-929-1721
www.hopeline.com to access a database of suicide crisis hotlines or dial 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) from your area and you will be immediately connected with a trained crisis counselor.
Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 for crisis support.
Please take note of the following additional resources for urgent/emergent crisis situations:
FOR SOUTH CAROLINA RESIDENTS:
South Carolina Mobile Crisis: 1-833-364-2274
South Carolina NAMI: 1-800-950-6264
Crisis Text Line: 741741
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
FOR WEST VIRGINIA RESIDENTS:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
Crisis Text Line: 741741.
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): (304) 445-7866
Call or text 844-HELP4WV (844-435-7498). HELP4WV offers a 24/7 call, chat and text line that provides immediate help for any West Virginian struggling with an addiction or mental health issue.
Help304 - West Virginia's Emotional Strength Line:
Call 1-877-HELP304, text 877-435-7304 or chat (www.help304.com). HELP304
Provides social, emotional, and supportive counseling via call, text, and chat.
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
FOR MAINE RESIDENTS:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
Maine Crisis Line: 1-888-568-1112
Nami Maine: 1-800-464-5767 (Press 1)
The Intentional Peer Support Warm Line: 1-866-771-WARM (9276) or 711 (Maine Relay). The Intentional Peer Support Warm Line is available toll-free from anywhere in Maine, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is a mental health peer-to-peer phone support program offering mutual conversations with a trained specialist who has life experience with mental health and/or substance use issues and recovery.
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1-866-834-HELP (4357)
Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741 (Voice) or 711 (Maine Relay)
Crisis Text Line at 741741
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
Please let me know if you have any current/past safety concerns. We will continue to discuss this as we get to know one another.
Have a great day - I'll be back to check in and will talk to you more soon!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Sleeping disorders
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Melissa Dawicki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164552121.
- LPC · South Carolina · 5805 · Expires August 2025
- LCPC · Maine · CC6602 · Expires March 2026
- LPC · West Virginia · 2706 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Melissa Dawicki
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is lovely to talk to and very comforting
Very responsive and understanding
Melissa is great. She is very supportive and encourages me to see things from all perspectives.
Melissa has been amazing. I haven’t felt judged or misunderstood. I like that she offers other resources as well, such as books. I feel like I have more than just a diagnosis now, Melissa has helped me understand why I feel and react the way I do. This is a huge step forward for me. Thank you BetterHelp and Thank You Melissa.
Melissa is invested in the well being of her patients and truly listens and supports them in all areas of expertise.
She’s there for you when you need her always has good advice and suggestions
She is amazing… I distance when I’m struggling and she reminds me she’s available
During the short time Melissa and I worked together she was able to help me take action in healing from trauma and simultaneously a breakup. We came up with goals and action plans to help me move forward and was very helpful in doing so! I really appreciated how responsive she is as well, and I felt like I really had 24/7 support when I needed it.
Useful tips to help me get through this rough time in my life
Melissa is a helpful ear and has made very good suggestions in all areas of my situation.
Melissa is professional, listens well, and understands my therapy goals. She suggests exercises and worksheets geared toward those goals so that I can continue my growth when not in session. She has been instrumental in supporting me through a crisis situation, and I continue to gain insights during our weekly meetings. I would highly recommend her services to someone in a crisis or moving toward personal growth.
Melissa is wonderful. She was great support when I needed her and was very prompt in responding to my messages. I would recommend her to anyone seeking therapy related to new life with a baby.
Very responsive, Melissa can put into words what I'm feeling or trying to say.
Melissa listens to my concerns and offers insight into why I feel this way. She also has given me ways to help my 15 year old daughter.
Melissa is extremely compassionate and empathetic, is able to meet you “where you’re at“ and has excellent suggestions. She is able to help you gently move forward without pushing too hard, I really appreciate her.
Melissa is a FANTASTIC provider. She is an active listener and provided me with valuable life lessons in a non threatening environment.
She's amazing! I had 3 different therapists on this app and she's the only one who actively wanted to help me work through my issues and take them seriously. I also do not feel judged or rushed. She deserve all the praise
Still early on in working with Melissa, but she has been incredibly attentive and understanding in such a short amount of time. Additionally, she is a great sounding board for some of the life situations I'm going through and is keeping me grounded.
She helped me out a ot last year through the pandemic and she was so amazing that i am using her again!
Melissa has been an amazing counselor. Although she hasn’t been my counselor for long, she has already given me many tools to help with my personal and professional concerns. She responds to me in a judgement free way and does so in a timely manner. Im so grateful for everything she’s done this far.
Melissa Dawicki has been incredibly helpful and I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Melissa Dawicki definitely helped me in my short time using BetterHelp. I just needed to get thoughts out to someone who wouldn't get annoyed or tired of hearing about it and that I didn't feel like I had to tailor my thoughts to not offend or bother. She offered some really good insight and perspective that hadn't occurred to me before.
She's been very responsive, responds quickly and really tries to help in whichever way possible. Very caring and humane. Highly appreciated.
Melissa is responsive and makes me feel really listened to and appreciated.
I felt Melissa was very attentive and communicated in a very clear and supportive way. These are the qualities when you need some help to sort your thoughts out. I felt better having discussed my thoughts with her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa Dawicki offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa Dawicki works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Melissa Dawicki speak?
Melissa Dawicki speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa Dawicki have?
Melissa Dawicki has 17 years of experience.
Where is Melissa Dawicki licensed to practice?
Melissa Dawicki is licensed to practice in South Carolina, Maine, and West Virginia.
Does Melissa Dawicki accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melissa Dawicki does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Melissa Dawicki offer?
Melissa Dawicki offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melissa Dawicki?
Melissa Dawicki can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Melissa Dawicki?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.