What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.36
Average wait time
4.69
Bedside manner
4.69
“I think she’s great I value speaking with her she’s a wonderful listener and she’s very accommodating. So far I’m really enjoying it.”
Tyawn S.July 19, 2025Video visit
“I’m incredibly grateful to work with such a compassionate and professional psychologist. She truly cares — you can feel how deeply involved and empathetic she is during every session. She creates a safe, supportive space where I feel understood and heard. Each session brings more clarity, peace, and emotional strength. She’s not just a specialist, she’s someone who genuinely cares about your wellbeing and progress. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a warm and attentive therapist.
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Indira S.July 16, 2025Video visit
About Melissa Harris
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Families
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Compassion Focused
Eclectic
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Melissa Harris
I believe that fostering the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client is the foundation of therapy. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive space where individuals can openly share their fears, concerns, and struggles in everyday life. I meet each client where they are at, and we move forward together. I hold an MSEd in Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University, which has equipped me with the skills and knowledge to support clients effectively.
What should a new client know about working with you?
We will identify issues of concern, plan goals, and create those first steps toward change. I use several different techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution -Focused therapy while maintaining a strengths-based, person-centered outlook. I have a wide range of experience in the fieldworking with clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance misuse, self-esteem, and family/relationship issues. I am excited to meet you and for us to start this journey together.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
In the first session I will complete an intake assessment to gather as much information to better assess and get to know you, your history, and what concerns have brought you to therapy and therefore set up goals. The following sessions, we will engage in talk therapy while pulling from various modalities to help you achieve your goals. Our sessions are 45 min in length on a weekly basis.
Please allow 15 minutes before the session to do the intake paperwork.
I PROVIDE PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES ONLY; PLEASE NOTE I DON’T PROVIDE MEDICATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
We also offer a sliding scale. Thank you!
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Alfred University, MSEd in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1518236827
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.36
Wait time
4.69
Bedside manner
4.69
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Very understanding & helpful with tips. Just started, but so far so good I’d like to continue seeing her.
More than 1 year agoLamar A.Verified patientVideo visit
Melissa made me feel like I found the right therapist and I am so excited to work with her.
April 3, 2024Fatoumata G.Verified patientVideo visit
Was seen immediately. Provider was friendly and made me feel comfortable
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Provider never showed up and I called the office. She still never showed up
July 12, 2024Jessica G.Verified patientVideo visit
She’s amazing 10/10 very excited to go on this journey with her!
May 8, 2024Jayda D.Verified patientVideo visit
This was my first season. Looking forward to seeing her more.
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I think she’s great I value speaking with her she’s a wonderful listener and she’s very accommodating. So far I’m really enjoying it.
July 19, 2025Tyawn S.Verified patientVideo visit
I’m incredibly grateful to work with such a compassionate and professional psychologist. She truly cares — you can feel how deeply involved and empathetic she is during every session. She creates a safe, supportive space where I feel understood and heard. Each session brings more clarity, peace, and emotional strength. She’s not just a specialist, she’s someone who genuinely cares about your wellbeing and progress. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a warm and attentive therapist.
July 16, 2025Indira S.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Harris was absolutely phenomenal! I was given a friendly reminder as to how to connect to the visit; the fifteen minute reminder help to eradicate the element of technological difficulties. She was very resourceful even during the intake process, and provided me with immediate strategies to alleviate my stress, namely walking and exercise! Without question, I would recommend her.
February 23, 2025Eloquence R.Verified patientVideo visit
Office contacted me day of in the morning to cancel my appointment I don’t think providers understand that they are helping people who seriously need some sort of help and as a patient yes, people understand that everyone including professionals have lives and things happen but I waited over 10 hours to even have any type of confirmation to even reschedule and that is not fair to me as a patient who truly wanted to book with this provider and was looking forward to the visit
September 16, 2024Initials hiddenVideo visit
Melissa got to the point she asked thorough questions very easy to talk to as well as a likable personality I look forward to our future sessions.
May 30, 2024Maurice M.Verified patientVideo visit
So far so good.
May 11, 2024Lissa D.Verified patientVideo visit
She’s really great so far and the connection and rapport we are building feels trusting and likely to be long term and that’s what I am looking for.
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What practice does Melissa Harris work with?
Melissa Harris works with Smart Therapy PC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Harris?
Melissa Harris frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa Harris on their profile.
What languages does Melissa Harris speak?
Melissa Harris speaks English.
How do patients rate Melissa Harris in reviews?
64 patients have reviewed Melissa Harris. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.36/5. They have a 4.69/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.69/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.