Licensed clinical social worker recordOregon
Catherine Melo, LCSW
Oregon
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Washington
- LICSW, licence SWI.LW.60786328
- Licensed in Oregon
- LCSW, licence L4202
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence LCSW18795
- NPI
- 1588765671
- Experience
- 24 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Oregon
These details come from information Catherine supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and EMDR
About Catherine
Catherine Melo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Oregon with 24 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship concerns, addictions, intimacy struggles, and self-esteem issues. Sessions are conducted in English and she accepts international clients.
Her work focuses on practical talk and concrete strategies. She uses client-centered listening to understand each person's situation, and she brings cognitive behavioral tools to help people change unhelpful thinking and behavior. She also uses EMDR for trauma-related work and Imago methods for relationship concerns when those approaches seem useful.
Catherine describes therapy as a collaborative process. She pays attention to patterns that show up in relationships and family of origin issues, and she helps people name and shift codependent or controlling dynamics. She also supports people navigating infidelity, jealousy, divorce or separation, and the specific stresses that come after natural or human-caused disasters.
Her sessions aim to balance exploring feelings with practical steps. That might look like learning mindfulness skills for managing anxiety, building communication techniques for couples and partners, or developing coping plans for grief and mood challenges. She adjusts the pace based on what someone needs in the moment.
Across 24 years of practice she has worked with a wide range of concerns including abandonment, guilt and shame, polyamory or non-monogamous relationship questions, and post-traumatic stress. Clients start by completing a short questionnaire and scheduling an initial appointment so the two of them can agree on next steps.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people feel heard and can sort through choices. It helps when someone needs clearer thinking about relationships, life changes, or emotional confusion. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete tools to shift patterns; it is useful for anxiety, mood struggles, and coping with stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) targets traumatic memories by pairing focused attention with guided processing; it is commonly used for post-traumatic stress and trauma-related symptoms.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Catherine will talk with each person about what feels most relevant and will try methods that match the client's goals and comfort level. Decisions about pace and technique are made together so the plan fits day-to-day life and current priorities.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they can fit meetings around work, family, or medical appointments. Online meetings can make shorter check-ins easier, reduce travel time, and allow therapy to continue across geographic moves. The therapist will review practical details and scheduling when setting up the first appointment.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Washington, Oregon, California
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Catherine focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, addictions, intimacy concerns, and self-esteem problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses client-centered listening combined with cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, EMDR for trauma work, and Imago methods for relationship-focused sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and relationship concerns.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and is licensed in Oregon.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are accepted according to the profile information provided.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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