Melissa Pollard, LCSW, Lombard, IL

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Melissa Pollard

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Pollard

When life feels like too much—your heart races, your chest tightens until it’s hard to breathe, the tension in your shoulders feels paralyzing, and your mind loops the same worries on repeat—know this: anxiety isn’t just in your head. It’s in your body, your breath, your sleep, and your ability to get through the day. If that sounds familiar, you’re not broken—and you’re definitely not alone. I work with parents and young adults who feel overwhelmed by life transitions, people-pleasing, and big emotions like guilt, anger, and sadness. I take a holistic, strengths-based approach, using tools that calm your nervous system, restore balance, and help you reconnect with yourself. I am also trained in EMDR to help work through and figure out the past "whys" that are impacting you today. Together, we’ll untangle the tension in your body, the sleepless nights, the chest tightness that shows up uninvited, and the thoughts that won’t quit—even when everything on the outside looks “fine. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need space—a safe, supportive place to breathe, feel grounded, laugh and come home to yourself. You deserve to feel good—not just survive, but truly thrive

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Office location

Melissa Pollard, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Dupage Clinical Counseling

450 E 22nd St, Ste 152, Lombard, IL 60148

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Education and background

Practice names

Dupage Clinical Counseling

Education and training

Dominican University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1326506916

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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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Melissa Pollard?

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

Is Melissa Pollard accepting new patients?

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

Does Melissa Pollard accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Melissa Pollard online?

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What practice does Melissa Pollard work with?

Melissa Pollard works with Dupage Clinical Counseling.

Where is Melissa Pollard's office located?

Melissa Pollard has 3 office locations, including in Lombard and Spillertown, view full addresses on Melissa Pollard's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Pollard?

Melissa Pollard frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa Pollard on their profile.

What languages does Melissa Pollard speak?

Melissa Pollard speaks English.

How do patients rate Melissa Pollard in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Melissa Pollard. 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.