Melissa Tejeda , LPC

Melissa Tejeda is an LPC based in Texas who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. She focuses on practical skill-building and clear steps people can use right away. Her approach is warm and straightforward for those feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

Melissa draws on six years of professional experience to guide conversations about mood, self-esteem, and relationships. She uses methods like cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of coping. Sessions emphasize doable strategies rather than long explanations.

Her background includes both private practice work and several years supporting children, teens, and school communities as a school counselor. That mix informs how she balances structure with empathy during sessions. Clients can expect focused tools and space to process what matters most to them.


In sessions Melissa aims to build skills for everyday life - managing emotions, improving communication, and reducing intense reactions. People who prefer a collaborative, skill-focused style often find this approach helpful. Her work is aimed at steady progress over time.

Sessions are offered in English and delivered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Prospective clients start by completing a short matching questionnaire to arrange scheduling.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person's experience. It emphasizes empathy and respect while helping people name their goals and choose the pace of work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, adds skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication, which can be useful for intense emotions and relationship struggles.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to match methods to personal goals, needs, and preferences so the work feels relevant and doable. Plans can be adjusted over time as progress or challenges appear.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions let people use visual cues and a fuller conversation. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a break at work. Live chat and messaging are useful for short check-ins, brief skill practice, or when someone prefers typed conversation. These options help people consistently use therapy around busy schedules and life demands.