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Melissa Lauer, LPC

Practical counseling for anxiety, relationships, and self-worth
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Relationship and communication skills
  • Self esteem and confidence

About Melissa Lauer

Melissa Lauer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 15 years of experience supporting adults through life’s challenges. Her work commonly focuses on stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, and the kinds of motivation, self-esteem, and confidence struggles that can make everyday life feel harder than it needs to be. She also has experience working with depression.

Melissa approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where clients can feel heard and understood. She tailors each conversation and treatment plan to the individual, collaborating on goals and strategies that fit a client’s unique needs and circumstances rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.

She recognizes that starting therapy can take courage and aims to make those first steps feel more manageable and supported. For scheduling, Melissa prefers to hold sessions in the evenings and on Saturday mornings, as requested.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCommunication problemsForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melissa Lauer have?

Melissa Lauer has 15 years of professional experience providing therapy.

Is Melissa Lauer a licensed therapist?

Yes. Melissa Lauer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. Her license is TX LPC 84012.

In which languages does Melissa Lauer provide therapy?

Melissa Lauer provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Lauer located?

Melissa Lauer is located in Texas.

How can I work with Melissa Lauer as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Lauer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Melissa Lauer work with international clients?

No. Melissa Lauer does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa Lauer 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 to help 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.

Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Sessions

Melissa Lauer draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be especially practical in online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and building new ways of responding, which can be useful for concerns like stress, anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem challenges. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes developing steadier attention to the present moment, helping clients relate differently to difficult emotions and reduce the sense of being overwhelmed. Solution-Focused Therapy keeps sessions oriented toward goals, strengths, and small, realistic steps, which can be helpful when someone wants forward momentum in relationships, work stress, or confidence building.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Melissa collaborates with clients to understand what they want from therapy and what has or has not helped in the past, then adjusts the focus and tools to fit their needs, goals, and preferences over time.

Online therapy also offers flexibility in how clients connect. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support around a busy schedule or from the comfort of home.

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