Melissa Gilliam, LPC, WI | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Melissa Gilliam

Focus areas

Anxiety

Emotional Disturbance

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Personality Disorder

Suicidal Tendencies

Bipolar Disorder

Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Christian Counseling

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Gilliam

Hi there, I'm Melissa! I am Melissa Gilliam, a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with young adults and adults who have suffered from trauma, family issues, sexual violence, relationships, and alcohol and drug addiction. I earned my Bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh in 1984. Upon graduating, I accepted a position with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, where I was employed for 33 years as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. In this role, I worked with youth and adults with varied disabilities such as mental illness, substance abuse, deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired, as well as cognitive and learning disabilities. My most recent experience involves working in a private mental health practice where I have provided care, empathy, and compassion to many clients who suffer from trauma and mental illness. My approach The most common therapy modality used in my practice is Psychodynamic therapy, which involves talking to clients about all the issues they face to determine how their childhood may have impacted their life today. This includes identifying the onset of the traumatic event and how it emotionally affected them. This therapy offers a longer-term approach to delving into the complexities of patterns and behaviors that show up in their adult life. I often support and guide my clients to revisit themselves during that trauma and provide the guidance needed to examine their past in an effort to move forward. I also utilize Behavioral therapy, which helps clients overcome their fears. This often entails teaching techniques such as various forms of meditation, journaling, voice recordings, and relaxation techniques. Lastly, I use Humanistic therapy, which allows clients to feel and understand their feelings.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Wisconsin

Education and training

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1033938014

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5.00

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What practice does Melissa Gilliam work with?

Melissa Gilliam works with Rula Health - Wisconsin.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Gilliam?

Melissa Gilliam 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 Gilliam on their profile.