Eva "Melissa" Gadd, LMSW

Support for transitions, grief, and anxiety

Strengths based support
CBT informed strategies
Motivation and change

About Eva "Melissa" Gadd

Eva "Melissa" Gadd, LMSW, is a Michigan-based therapist with 25 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan more than 20 years ago and has practiced in diverse settings, including work as a medical social worker and as a therapist. As an LMSW, she is a Licensed Master Social Worker, a credential that reflects graduate-level training and professional licensure in social work practice.

Melissa works with individuals navigating concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and major life transitions. These turning points can include moving from school to work, marriage or divorce, welcoming a child, adjusting to an empty nest, and changes in personal health or the responsibilities of caring for a loved one. Her approach emphasizes support, acceptance, and identifying personal strengths while keeping each person’s broader life context in view through a person-in-environment perspective.

To meet different needs and preferences, Melissa draws from multiple evidence-informed methods, including Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She recognizes that effective therapy is not one-size-fits-all and collaborates with clients to choose strategies that align with their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Intimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Eva "Melissa" Gadd have?

Eva "Melissa" Gadd has 25 years of experience working as a therapist and medical social worker, supporting people through challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, and major life changes.

Is Eva "Melissa" Gadd a licensed therapist?

Yes. Eva "Melissa" Gadd is licensed as an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) in Michigan. License number: MI LMSW 6801073587.

In which languages does Eva "Melissa" Gadd provide therapy?

Eva "Melissa" Gadd provides therapy in English.

Where is Eva "Melissa" Gadd located?

Eva "Melissa" Gadd is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Eva "Melissa" Gadd as my therapist?

You can work with Eva "Melissa" Gadd through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing you to choose the format that fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Eva "Melissa" Gadd work with international clients?

Yes. Eva "Melissa" Gadd works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Eva "Melissa" Gadd cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical Online Therapy With Evidence-Informed Approaches

Eva "Melissa" Gadd integrates approaches that can be especially helpful when life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or stuck. In Client-Centered Therapy, the focus is on creating a supportive, accepting space where clients can clarify what they are feeling and what they want, building on their existing strengths and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured tools for noticing unhelpful thought patterns and experimenting with new ways of responding, which many people find useful when working through stress, anxiety, low mood, or difficult transitions. Motivational Interviewing helps clients explore ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, particularly when goals feel complicated or hard to sustain.

Because people and situations differ, finding the right approach is part of the process. Melissa collaborates with clients to shape sessions around their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so the work stays relevant and practical.

Online therapy also makes it easier to fit support into real life. Clients can meet with her through video calls or phone sessions, or choose live chat or text-based messaging. This flexibility can be especially useful during busy weeks, travel, changing routines, or times when a quieter format feels like the best place to start.

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