Melissa Lauer, LPC, TX | Psychotherapist

About Melissa Lauer

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mood Disorders

Stress Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Peer Relationship Struggles

Women's Issues Therapy

Life Coaching

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Reality Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Lauer

I am so glad you are here. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, where your story, strengths, and goals guide our work together. My approach is based on compassion, practicality, and respect. I want you to feel safe and relaxed as we navigate whatever life has thrown our way together. My approach My approach is collaborative, focused on your goals, down-to-earth, and laced with a bit of humor. I use a mix of approaches like CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness because I believe not one size fits all. We find the best means as we explore and make changes along the way to make sure we have an actual, doable everyday life change. My focus I help and support people who are navigating big life transitions, feeling stuck, or ready for change. I work with people experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, or simply wanting to feel more fulfilled. My communication style My communication style is down-to-earth and inviting. I love to use humor, but will challenge you when need be. I can be blunt but always supportive without any judgment. My journey to mental healthcare My journey began as an educator, which I loved, but I wanted to help people on a more personal level, so I eventually became a counselor in the education system and now a licensed therapist. I have always taken comfort in helping others sort through their struggles and love being there at the end when we both look back and can laugh at those same struggles. My goals for you We will work together to set goals, and we will celebrate progress, explore setbacks, and continue to build skills you can use on your own, as well as be able to recognize situations in which to use those skills. My first session with you Our first session will be focused on getting to know each other on a more personal level. You will share what brought you to therapy in the first place and what you would like to work on. I would like to know what you have already tried and take it from there.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Houston

Education and training

The University Of Texas - Pan American, MEd in Guidance and Counseling

NPI number

1255113866

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Melissa Lauer?

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

Is Melissa Lauer accepting new patients?

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

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What practice does Melissa Lauer work with?

Melissa Lauer works with Rula Health - Houston.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Lauer?

Melissa Lauer 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 Lauer on their profile.