What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“It helps a lot having someone listen to you with calmness and patience. She was very nice and very attentive throughout the session.”
Initials hiddenMay 10, 2023Video visit
About Melissa Patak
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Melissa Patak
**I currently offer in-person sessions on Wednesdays only.**
After spending 25 years in the legal field, I returned to school to pursue a career in counseling and earned a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. My desire to go into counseling stems from my personal experience of witnessing others struggle with mental health issues.
I provide therapy services to both adolescents and adults. My experience includes working in psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and detention facilities. I practice using cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and strength-based approaches, all tailored to my clients' needs.
During my free time, I enjoy treasure hunting at thrift stores, gardening, traveling, and spending time with my family and dogs-Witten the lab, Dizzy the Jack Russell, and Beast the mixed breed.
My Treatment Focus
I focus on helping individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral, safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My style is laidback and I tailor my therapy approach to each client. I welcome all feedback and will work to ensure you get the most therapy benefit during our sessions.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I focus on helping individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.
A typical session will start discussing and processing how things have been for you since our last session. We will then discuss progress made towards your therapy goals and brainstorm additional things to do and/or ways to continue work on meeting those goals. This is a typical session but it is all dependent on you and what you want to see happen during each session.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Office location
Melissa Patak, LPC also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Houston-Clear Lake, Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1194487025
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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It helps a lot having someone listen to you with calmness and patience. She was very nice and very attentive throughout the session.
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Is Melissa Patak accepting new patients?
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Can I make an appointment with Melissa Patak online?
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What practice does Melissa Patak work with?
Melissa Patak works with Patak Counseling.
Where is Melissa Patak's office located?
Melissa Patak has 2 office locations, including in Broaddus and Houston, view full addresses on Melissa Patak's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Patak?
Melissa Patak frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa Patak on their profile.
What languages does Melissa Patak speak?
Melissa Patak speaks English.
How do patients rate Melissa Patak in reviews?
14 patients have reviewed Melissa Patak. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. 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.