Melissa Dugas, LPC, SC | Psychotherapist

About Melissa Dugas

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Dugas

I am Melissa Dugas, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with a Master’s in Counseling from Xavier University of Louisiana. I work with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, abuse, grief, and family issues using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. My goal is to meet you where you are and help you move to where you want to be. My approach I tailor my methods to each client's needs, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help achieve goals. Change can be daunting, but I'm here to support you as we work together to find hope and create positive transformation. My focus I specialize in helping adolescents and adults facing stressors related to daily life and transitions, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, abuse, and confidence challenges. Together, we navigate transitions and build skills to uncover hope and strength for your journey. My communication style I practice with compassion, acceptance, and love. I believe it takes courage to engage in counseling, and I recognize that change is neither easy nor painless. It is my hope clients feel safe, secure, and open as we begin working together. My journey to mental healthcare I became a therapist because I’m passionate about walking alongside people through life’s challenges. With a background as an educator, youth worker, and supportive friend, I’ve always been drawn to helping others during tough times. I find joy in seeing individuals grow and become their best selves. My goals for you My goal-setting approach is collaborative, focusing on what you want to achieve. We begin by building trust and comfort with counseling, then set and track goals, providing tools to achieve them successfully.

Is this doctor in your insurance network?

Enter your insurance carrier and plan

choose insurance

In-network insurances

Aetna

BlueCross BlueShield

Cigna

Medicare

UnitedHealthcare

UnitedHealthcare Oxford

200+ more in-network plans

Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - South Carolina

Education and training

Xavier University of Louisiana, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1255984126

Patient reviews

Help Melissa Dugas, LPC build an online reputation by being the first to leave a review after having an appointment.

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Melissa Dugas?

Generally, Melissa Dugas has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Melissa Dugas's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Melissa Dugas accepting new patients?

Melissa Dugas generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Melissa Dugas's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Melissa Dugas accept my insurance?

Choose your insurance plan to verify if Melissa Dugas is in-network.

Can I make an appointment with Melissa Dugas online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Melissa Dugas using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Melissa Dugas work with?

Melissa Dugas works with Rula Health - South Carolina.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Dugas?

Melissa Dugas frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa Dugas on their profile.