Melissa Alton, LMHC, FL | Psychotherapist

About Melissa Alton

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Bullying

Life Transition

Anxiety

Coping Mechanism Development

Pain Management Consultation

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Alton

Hello, I’m Melissa. My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by my deep belief in the human capacity for transformation. I understand that for many people, life has felt like a constant balancing act—especially for those who grew up “walking on eggshells.” I offer more than a clinical conversation; I provide a dynamic, safe, and insight-driven space where we can address the root causes of trauma and addiction together. I believe healing isn’t just a possibility—it’s a path we build side by side through evidence-based strategies and genuine connection. With a background spanning mental health, family systems, and addiction recovery, I bring a multidisciplinary lens to our work. I am dually licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) to address both individual and relational challenges. As a Master’s Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), I specialize in recovery and relapse prevention. I am also nationally recognized for excellence in clinical mental health counseling as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC). I move beyond the traditional, detached therapist-client dynamic to explore how your past influences your present, identify survival skills that no longer serve you, and replace them with lasting resilience. Whether we meet in person in Florida or through a secure virtual platform, my goal is to help you reclaim your narrative and thrive.

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Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Prenuptial Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Prenuptial Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Emora Health

Education and training

Nova Southeastern University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1205173473

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What practice does Melissa Alton work with?

Melissa Alton works with Emora Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Alton?

Melissa Alton frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa Alton on their profile.