Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Melissa Brunetti, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anxiety and Mood Concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 101492
- NPI
- 1003464900
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Melissa 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
- Anxiety management
- Mood regulation
- Self-esteem work
About Melissa
Melissa Brunetti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with ten years of practice experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, trauma and abuse, and issues with self-esteem. She also addresses social challenges such as isolation, panic, paranoia, and aspects of autism and Asperger Syndrome.
She previously worked in special education and now in private practice, bringing practical skills learned in both settings. Sessions focus on clear goals like improving emotional regulation, reducing panic, and shifting negative thought patterns. Melissa helps people notice strengths they already have and build skills from there.
Therapy sessions are conversational and task-oriented. Melissa uses exercises and talk to practice new ways of coping. She guides clients through small, concrete steps toward better daily functioning and calmer reactions to stress.
People can expect to work on self-esteem, strategies for anxiety, and managing mood swings. Melissa offers structured interventions alongside listening and problem-solving. Progress is tracked through goals and skill practice between sessions.
She practices in New York and conducts work in English. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step are used to set up the first session. The subscription-based pricing varies by location and can be canceled at any time.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions
Melissa draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills and behavior change. One common approach is cognitive work that helps identify and reframe negative thoughts; this helps reduce anxiety and depressive patterns by practicing new ways of thinking and responding. Another frequent technique is behavioral skill building for emotion regulation and panic management; sessions include step-by-step coping strategies and homework to try between meetings.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Melissa works with clients to test methods and see what fits their goals and daily life. She explains options, watches how techniques land in practice, and adjusts based on client feedback and results.
If you prefer online sessions, confirm the specific session formats offered before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work and family routines, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when days are busy. Some formats also let people avoid being on camera or use audio-only when bandwidth is low. These practical benefits help clients maintain regular appointments and practice skills consistently.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem difficulties. Additional focus areas include autism and Asperger Syndrome, isolation, panic, paranoia, and related mood disorders.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a strengths-based, practical approach that emphasizes skill building and clear goals. Sessions combine conversation with exercises to practice coping between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience working as a therapist in special education and private practice. That background informs her practical, skills-focused work.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices in that state.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your listed location.
How do I get started?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers