Last edited 10/31/2024
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanBlack/African AmericanHeterosexualCatholicism
Get To Know Me
What does success look like in therapy? How will a client know that they are making progress?
My primary goal is for all of my clients to progress. I tell them all that it's not just about coming to therapy each week to talk. I'm a cognitive behavioral therapist and I strongly believe that it takes work to heal from your past and to reduce your symptoms. That requires work in therapy and work outside of therapy which I refer to as self care. If you're not ready to do the work and really invest in your treatment, then I'm not the right therapist for you. My clients know that they are making progress when their symptoms are reduced, when their relationships improve, their outlook on life improves as well as their overall sense of wellbeing. That's the goal.
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Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionSocial AnxietyAddictionAbuse/Survivors of abuseAdolescent mental health
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyRelationship IssuesLoss/GriefRace & Cultural IdentitySocial AnxietyAcademic challengesADHDAddictionAbuse/Survivors of abuseAdolescent mental healthAdoption & foster careAnger managementAttachment issuesAutism spectrum disorderBipolar disorderChild mental healthCustody issuesFamily issuesPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Cognitive Processing TherapyFamily Systems TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Brief TherapyIntensive Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyCouples CounselingIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyChild Counseling
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)Children (5-12)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaAnthemBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaUnitedHealthCare (UHC)Beacon Health OptionsCarelon Behavioral HealthCigna EAPEmpire Blue Cross Blue ShieldEvernorth Health ServicesHealthfirstMedicaidMedicare
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $215 |
| Family Therapy: | $165 |
| Couples Counseling: | $165 |
| Individual Therapy: | $165 |
| Group Therapy: | $100 |
| Child Counseling: | $165 |
Professional Background
LicensureNew York, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 079608-01Connecticut, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 007686
Training/CertificationsCBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, LADC/CASAC, Trauma Informed, Attachment Focused, Solution Focused Therapy
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Master of Arts, Forensic Psychology, 2023
The American School of Professional Psychology (Argosy University), Doctorate of Philosophy, Counseling Psychology, 2017
Syracuse University, Master of Social Work, Social Work, 2002
Work HistoryI began my career working in Child Welfare at Hillside Children's Center. I started in residential treatment, ended up running a group home for children who had experienced severe abuse. I then did In-Home work in Family Preservation Services while working on my MSW Degree. I went on from there in leadership roles overseeing residential treatment services for dual diagnosed adults in Washington, DC. I ran two outpatient clients for dual diagnosed adults, got my doctorate degree and opened my clinical practice in 2016 in Connecticut and also in NY.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Melanie Elizabeth Burton, LCSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Melanie Burton accepting new clients?
Yes, Melanie Burton is accepting new clients for online therapy in New York and Connecticut.
Does Melanie Burton accept insurance?
Yes, Melanie Burton accepts insurance, including Aetna, Anthem, Beacon Health Options, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Cigna EAP, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, Evernorth Health Services, Healthfirst, Medicaid, Medicare and UnitedHealthCare (UHC).
What types of therapy does Melanie Burton offer?
Melanie Burton offers therapy for children, couples, families, groups and individuals.
Does Melanie Burton offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in New York and Connecticut can book Melanie Burton for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Melanie Burton offer online therapy?
Yes, Melanie Burton offers online therapy via video sessions to people in New York and Connecticut.
How quickly can I see Melanie Burton?
Melanie Burton typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Melanie Burton speak?
Melanie Burton conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Melanie Burton online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Melanie Burton online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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