What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.64
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“My experience with Melissa Donovan was nothing short of amazing. She was so professional and honest with me which helped me grow so much. She really helped me unpack and address everything I was going through and supported me through it all. She created a non-judgmental and open environment which really helped me be vulnerable to get the most out of our sessions. She taught me how to work through my emotions and I am so grateful for everything I learned during my time seeing her. I would definitely recommend her as a therapist! ”
ESLess than 6 months ago
“Melissa is a great clinician with remarkable therapeutic instincts. She is thoughtful, yet direct, which makes her effective in providing therapeutic support.”
JMMore than 1 year ago
About Melissa Donovan
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Depression
Relationship Struggles
Anxiety
Life Transition
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family / Marital
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Melissa Donovan
Everyone’s journey to therapy is unique. You may feel overwhelmed by the world around you. People in your life may have expressed concern over patterns in your behavior. Or, perhaps you’re bottling up feelings of anxiousness, depression, anger, loneliness, numbness, or dissatisfaction. These are all valid reasons to seek out therapy, and that is where I can help. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Hunter College, City University of New York, which equips me with the skills and knowledge to support you through your challenges.
What should a new client know about working with you?
In our work together, I’ll provide you with a space that is safe, supportive, and understanding. We’ll determine your goals, then unpack the dynamics that feed into your current challenges. I’ll help you process difficult feelings, identify negative thoughts, and provide you with the toolkit you need to sustain your goals independently. We’ll track and assess progress to learn what works and what doesn’t.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My approach is direct, compassionate, individualized, and authentic. We’ll utilize strategies derived from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interview (MI), and Modern Attachment Theory (among others) while identifying your strengths to aid you in overcoming your obstacles and realizing your full potential.
I look forward to meeting with you!
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In-network insurances
Melissa Donovan, LCSW has +4 in-network plans.
More information on payments and coverage
I am an In-Network provider with Northwell Direct Tier 1 plans.
We provide out-of-network billing support for reimbursement for all other clients.
If we are not in-network with your plan we will work to get you significant reimbursement for the cost of your sessions. We submit claims on behalf of our patients so that you don’t have to deal with your insurance company.
Here’s how works. Before you start therapy we will collect your insurance information, check your insurance benefits, provide you with an estimate of those benefits, and then allow you to make the most educated decision possible about your investment in therapy.
If you decide to work with us, we will submit your insurance claims every week and give you access to the portal to check the status of the reimbursements. It is our goal to always remain transparent and to make the process of insurance reimbursements as clear as possible.
Office location
Melissa Donovan, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- City University of New York, Hunter College, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1477130508
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.64
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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11 reviews
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Excellent clinician. Very knowledgeable and welcoming. Providers great insight and coping strategies that I utilize daily.
More than 1 year agoSM
My experience with Melissa Donovan was nothing short of amazing. She was so professional and honest with me which helped me grow so much. She really helped me unpack and address everything I was going through and supported me through it all. She created a non-judgmental and open environment which really helped me be vulnerable to get the most out of our sessions. She taught me how to work through my emotions and I am so grateful for everything I learned during my time seeing her. I would definitely recommend her as a therapist!
Less than 6 months agoES
Melissa is a great clinician with remarkable therapeutic instincts. She is thoughtful, yet direct, which makes her effective in providing therapeutic support.
More than 1 year agoJM
I have been in therapy for over 15 years and Melissa is by far the best therapist I have ever worked with. She not only listens to me and validates my feelings, but she has helped me learn how to start managing my emotions. She also holds me accountable for the work I am doing outside of therapy by giving me little assignments/action items. I am grateful to be her patient and highly recommend her to anyone who has benefitted from doing cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy.
More than 1 year agoHF
Highly recommend working with Melissa!!
More than 1 year agoRW
Melissa is kind, attentive, energetic, and really cares about her patients' well-being. As a man in my late 20s, Melissa was my first therapist. She helped me work through personal issues I'd struggled with most of my adult life, including anxiety and depression. I'm able to manage day-to-day challenges more effectively thanks to the techniques I learned with Melissa. I'd recommend to anyone seeking mental health counseling.
More than 1 year agoTJ
I have nothing but a positive things to say about Dr. Donovan. She is kind, efficient, understanding and has been/continues to be extremely helpful to me. I've greatly benefitted from the sessions I've had with Dr. Donovan. She is a very astute clinician and it is obvious that she really cares about her clients.
More than 1 year agoAG
Melissa is an amazing clinician! She has years of experience and really focuses on building relationships with her clients while using evidence based practices. She's super open minded and incredibly helpful.
More than 1 year agoJL
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What practice does Melissa Donovan work with?
Melissa Donovan works with Behr Psychology.
Where is Melissa Donovan's office located?
Melissa Donovan has 3 office locations, including in Batsto and New York, view full addresses on Melissa Donovan's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Donovan?
Melissa Donovan frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa Donovan on their profile.
What languages does Melissa Donovan speak?
Melissa Donovan speaks English.
How do patients rate Melissa Donovan in reviews?
11 patients have reviewed Melissa Donovan. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.64/5. 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.