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Melissa Romain, LISW

Strengths-based support for insight and daily change
  • Client centered perspective
  • Trauma informed care
  • Weekend limited availability

About Melissa Romain

Melissa Romain, LISW, is a licensed social worker in Ohio who brings 15 years of experience supporting people across a range of behavioral health needs. She has worked in both outpatient counseling and residential treatment settings, and she welcomes individuals who want to better understand themselves while building insight into the thoughts, feelings, and patterns that shape daily life. Her work commonly includes concerns such as stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse or neglect, substance use, parenting challenges, and adjustment to life changes.

She earned her graduate degree from the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, and also teaches there as an adjunct instructor. Her style is strengths-based and client-centered, focusing on what is already working while helping clients identify practical next steps. She is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic theory, and Trauma Informed Care, and she aims to help people develop skills and self-understanding that support more confident decision-making day by day.

Outside of therapy, Melissa enjoys yoga, kickboxing, and weight lifting as part of her self-care routine, and she is a dog mom to a 17-year-old Pomeranian named Stanley. She currently offers limited weekend availability, which can be helpful to keep in mind when scheduling.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImpulsivityLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melissa Romain have?

Melissa Romain has 15 years of experience.

Is Melissa Romain a licensed therapist?

Yes. Melissa Romain is licensed as an LISW. License details: OH LISW I.0800245-SUPV.

In which languages does Melissa Romain provide therapy?

Melissa Romain provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Romain located?

Melissa Romain is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Melissa Romain as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Romain through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melissa Romain work with international clients?

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

How much does therapy with Melissa Romain 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Online Therapy That Matches Your Style and Goals

Melissa Romain, LISW, draws from approaches that help clients build insight and practical skills in ways that feel personal and achievable. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, respectful relationship where the client sets the pace, which can be especially helpful when working through stress, anxiety, depression, or major life transitions.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships and current connection patterns can influence emotions, communication, and choices. This approach can be useful for relationship strain, family concerns, and experiences that involve abandonment or attachment issues. Mindfulness Therapy helps clients notice thoughts and feelings with more steadiness, which can support coping when emotions feel intense, when focus is difficult, or when day-to-day stress builds up.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Melissa collaborates with clients to identify what they want from therapy, what has or has not helped in the past, and what feels most comfortable, then adjusts the process to fit those needs and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexibility without giving up connection. Sessions can happen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to keep therapy consistent around busy schedules, parenting responsibilities, or limited availability.

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