Melinda  completed her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2015 and completed her Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling at Grand Canyon University in May 2021. She is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern and work with clients and families who struggle with substance use disorders. Melinda has worked as a case manager at Central Counties Services MHMR. She has also worked as a Recovery Coach/Addiction Counselor at a Substance Use Facility. Before she started working as a counselor, she was a teacher working with Emotionally Disturbed (ED) students until January 2020. She also has experience with school transportation departments as the special need coordinator/bus driver. She has been working with children/adults for 10+ years.

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Melinda has experience in treatment settings including Inpatient mental health/substance abuse treatment center. Melinda services adults and groups in the following areas:

• Substance Abuse Disorders

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Melinda utilizes a blend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing age 18 and up.

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Melinda is supervised by Casey Newman, LPC-S

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Melinda has two adult children. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. She is also active in her local church.