Melissa Torres, LCSW

Bilingual, culturally responsive therapy for stress and healing

Depression and anxiety support
Trauma and addiction care
Veterans and first responders

About Melissa Torres

Melissa Torres, LCSW, is a licensed therapist in Virginia with 6 years of experience helping people navigate difficult emotions and life transitions. Her work is grounded in compassionate, culturally responsive care, with a focus on concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. As an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), she is trained to provide clinical mental health support that considers both emotional wellbeing and the broader context of a person’s life.

She is especially committed to supporting diverse communities, including women, veterans, first responders, and individuals shaped by multicultural experiences. Melissa approaches therapy as a space to reconnect with self-worth, heal from earlier wounds, and rebuild inner strength at a pace that feels manageable and respectful.

In sessions, she helps clients make sense of complex challenges such as social anxiety, workplace stress, relationship patterns, and the desire for personal growth. Drawing from evidence-based practices, she supports clients in developing resilience, processing painful experiences, and moving toward meaningful change in day-to-day life.

Melissa is bilingual and provides therapy in English and Spanish. She brings empathy, respect, and genuine care to the therapeutic relationship, aiming to ensure each client feels seen, supported, and understood.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issues Self esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melissa Torres have?

Melissa Torres has 6 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a range of emotional and life challenges.

Is Melissa Torres a licensed therapist?

Yes. Melissa Torres is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). Her license is VA LCSW 0904011528.

In which languages does Melissa Torres provide therapy?

Melissa Torres provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Melissa Torres located?

Melissa Torres is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Melissa Torres as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Torres through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This allows you to choose the format that best fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Melissa Torres work with international clients?

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

How much does therapy with Melissa Torres cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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, skills-based therapy you can access online

Melissa Torres, LCSW, draws from approaches that are both compassionate and structured, helping clients work with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma-related concerns, and addiction in a way that fits real life.

In Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), clients learn to notice unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and practice new coping strategies that better support their goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on making room for difficult feelings while taking steps toward what matters most, which can be especially useful when emotions feel overwhelming or stuck. Mindfulness Therapy strengthens attention and awareness skills so clients can relate differently to stress reactions and build steadier emotional balance over time.

Because people’s needs vary, finding the right approach is part of the process. Melissa collaborates with each client to clarify goals, identify what has and has not worked before, and choose strategies that feel realistic and aligned with personal values and preferences.

Online therapy can make support easier to fit into a busy schedule. Sessions may take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexible ways to stay engaged between appointments and access care from a comfortable location.

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