Deanna Melillo-Degia, MFT

Deanna Melillo-Degia, MFT

Marriage and Family Therapist
NY
5.00
“Deanna has been incredible to work with. Every session has come with a level of calm, understanding, and productive action items to continue improving the way I show up in the world, as well as how I show up in my relationship. I would highly recommend her if you're looking for someone with a calm demeanor but firm belief in doing what's right for one's self-improvement ”
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Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“Deanna has been incredible to work with. Every session has come with a level of calm, understanding, and productive action items to continue improving the way I show up in the world, as well as how I show up in my relationship. I would highly recommend her if you're looking for someone with a calm demeanor but firm belief in doing what's right for one's self-improvement ”
SELess than 1 month ago
“Deanna is so warm, thoughtful, insightful, caring and is quite literally everything you could ask for in a therapist. She does an amazing job of offering different perspectives, pushing where you need to be pushed, and validating your feelings. I cannot recommend her enough! ”
HPLess than 1 month ago

About Deanna Melillo-Degia

Focus areas

Anxiety
Couples Therapy
Marriage Counseling
Betrayal Trauma
Depression
Relationship Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Groups

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling
Family Systems
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Structural Family Therapy
Family / Marital
Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Deanna Melillo-Degia

Deanna Melillo-Degia is a Marriage and Family Therapist at Abundant Life Counseling, Linda Foran, LMFT, PLLC. Deanna Melillo-Degia's approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and practical. She believes that understanding the root of our struggles and the patterns that shape our relationships can help us make meaningful changes. She uses evidence-based approaches and interventions tailored to each client’s needs and goals. She also believes therapy can include humor and moments of lightness, even when working through difficult things. With couples, she focuses on helping partners understand each other on a deeper emotional level and creating new experiences of connection that strengthen their bond and intimacy. When working with Christian clients, Deanna incorporates a biblical worldview to help her clients navigate life and relationships in a way that aligns with their faith and values. She strives to make therapy a place to grow, learn, and develop tools to carry with you long after therapy ends. Deanna Melillo-Degia earned her master's degree in marriage and family therapy from Kairos University. She strives to advance her knowledge and skills through continuous learning.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and practical. I believe that understanding the root of our struggles and the patterns that shape our relationships can help us make meaningful changes. I use evidence-based approaches and interventions tailored to each client’s needs and goals. I also believe therapy can include humor and moments of lightness, even when working through difficult things. With couples, I focus on helping partners understand each other on a deeper emotional level and create new experiences of connection that strengthen their bond and intimacy. When working with Christian clients, I incorporate a biblical worldview to help them navigate life and relationships in a way that aligns with their faith and values. This is a place to grow, learn, and develop tools you can carry with you long after therapy ends.

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Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
    Depression
    New Patient Visit
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Stress Management
    Therapy
    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
    Depression
    New Patient Visit

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Education and training

    • Kairos University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

    Professional memberships

    • American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

    NPI number

    1083526669

    Patient reviews

    All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
    Overall rating
    5.00
    Wait time
    5.00
    Bedside manner
    5.00
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    9 reviews
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    She is the best. 10/10 . Very compassionate and dedicated
    Deanna has been incredible to work with. Every session has come with a level of calm, understanding, and productive action items to continue improving the way I show up in the world, as well as how I show up in my relationship. I would highly recommend her if you're looking for someone with a calm demeanor but firm belief in doing what's right for one's self-improvement
    Deanna is so warm, thoughtful, insightful, caring and is quite literally everything you could ask for in a therapist. She does an amazing job of offering different perspectives, pushing where you need to be pushed, and validating your feelings. I cannot recommend her enough!
    We love working with Deanna for couples therapy! We appreciate how she asks thoughtful questions AND gently says the things that might be hard to hear. We leave sessions feeling listened to and we also find it very helpful to meet with a counselor that shares the same faith. We highly recommend working with Deanna!
    I’m so grateful to have found a therapist who has helped me develop meaningful skills while incorporating faith into our sessions in such an authentic and genuine way. I especially appreciate how she asks, “What do you need today?” Even when I don’t have the answer, she patiently helps me work through my thoughts and emotions until I can identify what I need and what I want to focus on. She creates a safe, supportive space where I feel heard, understood, and encouraged to keep growing. Her approach has made such a positive impact on my journey, and I truly appreciate the care and intention she brings to every session.
    She is excellent! Someone who truly cares and is deeply invested in her patients’ well-being. Her insights and recommendations have been spot-on, highly recommend her! 10/10
    Deanna has been such a wonderful resource for both of us. She is kind, patient, and genuinely invested in helping couples grow together. We started seeing her before getting married, not just to navigate challenges, but to build healthy habits and a stronger foundation for our relationship. She creates a safe, judgment-free space where we both feel heard and understood, while also challenging us to reflect, communicate better, and show up as stronger partners. What we especially appreciate is her ability to make therapy feel approachable and practical. She breaks down complex emotions and relationship dynamics in a way that truly makes sense (even down to the feelings chart!). Her guidance is thoughtful, balanced, and compassionate, and the tools she's given us extend well beyond our sessions. We're so grateful for the care and perspective she brings to our relationship and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple looking to better understand themselves and each other.
    Deanna has been a phenomenal counselor. She is so pleasant and warm. Her suggestions and guidance is not typical run of the mill; it’s truly thought-out and catered to each person. You wouldn’t regret working with Deanna- she is the best of the best!
    Deanna has been such a wonderful resource for both of us. She is kind, patient, and genuinely invested in helping couples grow together. We started seeing her before getting married, not just to navigate challenges, but to build healthy habits and a stronger foundation for our relationship. She creates a safe, judgment-free space where we both feel heard and understood, while also challenging us to reflect, communicate better, and show up as stronger partners. What we especially appreciate is her ability to make therapy feel approachable and practical. She breaks down complex emotions and relationship dynamics in a way that truly makes sense (even down to the feelings chart!). Her guidance is thoughtful, balanced, and compassionate, and the tools she's given us extend well beyond our sessions. We're so grateful for the care and perspective she brings to our relationship and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple looking to better understand themselves and each other.
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    What are common reasons for patients to see Deanna Melillo-Degia?

    Deanna Melillo-Degia frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Deanna Melillo-Degia on their profile.

    What languages does Deanna Melillo-Degia speak?

    Deanna Melillo-Degia speaks English.

    How do patients rate Deanna Melillo-Degia in reviews?

    9 patients have reviewed Deanna Melillo-Degia. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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