About Melinda Rockwood
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Life Coaching
Women's Issues Therapy
Anxiety
Life Transition
Women's Mental Health Issues
Depression
Midlife Transition
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Christian Counseling
Person-Centered
Coaching
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Compassion Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Melinda Rockwood
I am a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who provides a supportive, respectful space where clients can explore their concerns, develop practical coping skills, and work toward meaningful goals. I especially enjoy supporting women, teen girls, adolescents, and families experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma-related concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
My counseling style is warm, collaborative, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed. I draw from person-centered counseling, cognitive behavioral strategies, solution-focused techniques, mindfulness, and psychoeducation. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship comes first. Once trust is established, I work with each client to identify clear goals and develop strategies that fit their needs, strengths, culture, and readiness for change.
Although I recently received my Texas counseling license, I previously worked as a counselor at an international school abroad. That experience allowed me to support adolescents and families from diverse cultural backgrounds and strengthened my ability to approach each client with curiosity, flexibility, and respect.
I am a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, License No. 103171, practicing under the board-approved supervision of Shannon Thomas, LPC-S.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My counseling style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in respect. During our first visit, I will focus on getting to know you, understanding what brought you to counseling, and learning what you hope to change. You will not be pressured to discuss anything before you feel ready.
I use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach supported by cognitive behavioral strategies, solution-focused techniques, mindfulness, and psychoeducation. Together, we will identify clear goals and develop practical tools for managing emotions, reducing stress, improving relationships, and navigating difficult situations.
You can expect me to listen without judgment, ask thoughtful questions, and provide honest but compassionate feedback. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship should come before advice or problem-solving. Treatment will move at a pace that respects your readiness, strengths, culture, and individual needs. We will regularly review your progress and adjust our approach so that counseling remains useful and focused on the goals that matter most to you.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
A typical session follows my Back to Basics Method, with a special focus on helping teen girls and young women navigate life transitions. These transitions may include changes in school or college, relationships, family expectations, identity, confidence, independence, boundaries, or future plans.
We begin with a comfortable check-in about what has been happening and what feels most important that day. There is no pressure to have everything figured out or to discuss something before you feel ready. We will connect the current concern to your larger treatment goals and explore the thoughts, emotions, relationships, and experiences affecting you.
Sessions primarily involve talk therapy and may include person-centered counseling, cognitive behavioral strategies, solution-focused questions, mindfulness, psychoeducation, and practical coping skills. With younger clients, I may also use drawing, journaling, storytelling, or creative activities to make it easier to express difficult feelings.
We end by identifying one realistic step, boundary, coping strategy, or communication skill to practice. My goal is to help you feel heard while developing the confidence and practical tools needed for your next stage of life.
More information on payments and coverage
Back to Basics Counseling is a self-pay practice and does not currently bill or accept insurance. Clients pay the session fee directly, and all fees and payment expectations will be reviewed before the first appointment.
Limited reduced-fee options may be available for clients experiencing financial hardship, as well as for veterans, educators, and others who serve their communities. Eligibility and availability are discussed individually before scheduling.
If you would like to seek possible reimbursement through out-of-network benefits, please contact your insurance company in advance to ask whether services provided by a supervised LPC Associate are eligible. Coverage varies by plan, and reimbursement cannot be guaranteed.
Popular visit reasons
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Young Adult Issues
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Office location
Melinda Rockwood, LPC Associate also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Lehigh University, Master's in Counseling Psychology
NPI number
1164342291
How soon can I make an appointment with Melinda Rockwood?
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Is Melinda Rockwood accepting new patients?
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Does Melinda Rockwood accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Melinda Rockwood online?
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What practice does Melinda Rockwood work with?
Melinda Rockwood works with Back to Basics Counseling.
Where is Melinda Rockwood's office located?
Melinda Rockwood has 2 office locations in Magnolia, view full addresses on Melinda Rockwood's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Melinda Rockwood?
Melinda Rockwood frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Melinda Rockwood on their profile.
What languages does Melinda Rockwood speak?
Melinda Rockwood speaks English.