Truly a gem
Melba (Fran) Roberts, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melba 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 Melba. View 21 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Colorado
Recent reviews
Yes, I would! Fran is a God send. She listens to understand and not to respond . Because of that, we were able to pair quickly and I felt safe with her from the start. She’s very professional and gracious when something at work came up on our scheduled call time.
More about Melba
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
We all have difficult times in our lives. And with help, we all have the ability to heal and become whole again. Loss comes in many forms, including loss of job, home, marriage, and the death of loved ones. I have deep experience and education helping individuals deal with the losses that life presents.
I am a Colorado Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in grief, dying, and life limiting illness. I earned an M.A. in Counseling and Human Services from the University of Colorado and spent 9 years at Pikes Peak Hospice as a grief counselor. I approach each client and every counseling session with compassion, humility, and respect, using a number of theoretical and practical approaches and techniques. My primary theoretical approach is Client-Centered Therapy. My practice will provide you with an emotionally safe environment to give voice to your pain, at your pace, leading to healing and wholeness.
I have helped numerous people heal from the pain of loss and would love to help you as well.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Jungian Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Licenses
Melba (Fran) Roberts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891913331.
- LPC · Colorado · LPC0004603 · Expires August 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 Melba (Fran) Roberts
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Truly a gem
Yes, I would! Fran is a God send. She listens to understand and not to respond . Because of that, we were able to pair quickly and I felt safe with her from the start. She’s very professional and gracious when something at work came up on our scheduled call time.
Fran is amazing! Totally God sent during this season in my life! She has helped me a lot!
She’s courteous and patient!!
Fran has helped me in so many ways. I couldn’t have survived this past year of losing my dad without her. Her advice is wise, kind, and simple. Exactly what I’ve needed during my life changing experience. Thank you Fran!
Fran has been consumate profession with great insights.
Fran is a Godsend. During my lowest moments of acute grief, I would go on and on for an hour, thinking that I’m making no sense. Then BAM, Fran would hit me with the one thing that I truly needed to hear, the heart of the matter. She always makes me feel so heard, supported and comforted. Thanks to her, not only do I feel more cared for on my journey of grief, I have been quoting her to people around me that are hurting too. “Your heart knows how to grieve” was so simple yet so wise. Highly recommend her to all my fellow hurting broken hearted grievers.
She’s great!! I feel supported and heard!
Fran has helped me immensely through my grief journey. Always reminding me to find balance and moderation. My overall mental health has improved emotionally, spiritually, physically and mentally thanks to Fran. She is such a good listener and truly wants the best for me. I couldn’t be more thankful for her
Fran is a great therapist. I am grateful.
Fran is very tuned in to my issues and needs. She is empathetic and reassuring and spirit-based in her counseling style. All good for me.
Fran Robert’s is a highly competent and compassionate therapist. She asks thought-provoking questions, makes insightful observations and is supportive yet also straight-forward and candid. I have been able to discuss a myriad of issues with Fran that she has been helpful with — grief, relationships, and even career challenges. I highly recommend Fran as a therapist and look forward to continuing to work with her.
Fran Roberts has helped me enormously. I am learning so much about myself, and she is giving me strategies and tools to live a healthy life. I would definitely recommend working with Fran if you are considering it.
Fran has been a great help. She is very insightful and I appreciate her spiritual perspective on my struggles.
Really listens and gives great feedback, works to give clarity to confusing thoughts or feelings I might be struggling to convey.
Fran is patient, smart and knows exactly what to say when grieving.
Fran seems genuinely caring for my emotional and physical well being. She asks the right questions and leaves me with a feeling of confidence and encouragement!
Fran is very kind and she listens carefully. She is experienced and she has a helpful approach in guiding you in your path to living a better version of yourself. She was helpful in helping me thrive again. Thank you Fran!
Professional, challenges my thinking
Compassionate and knowledgeable
Melba was able to ask the right questions, very quickly. Questions that even family, friends or therapist never challenged. She is smart, spontaneous, listen to the smallest details, and makes you explore things you might never have been aware of.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melba (Fran) Roberts offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melba (Fran) Roberts 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 Melba (Fran) Roberts speak?
Melba (Fran) Roberts speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melba (Fran) Roberts have?
Melba (Fran) Roberts has 9 years of experience.
Where is Melba (Fran) Roberts licensed to practice?
Melba (Fran) Roberts is licensed to practice in Colorado.
Does Melba (Fran) Roberts accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melba (Fran) Roberts 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 Melba (Fran) Roberts offer?
Melba (Fran) Roberts offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Jungian Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melba (Fran) Roberts?
Melba (Fran) Roberts 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 Melba (Fran) Roberts?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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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.