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Melissa Pless, M.Ed.,LPC,LCDC

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Melissa

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor based in Houston, Texas. I graduated from Louisiana State University (Geaux Tigers!) with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and earned a Master of Education in Counseling from the University of Houston.  I have been practicing since 2014.  

I frequently work with individuals navigating substance use/addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, life transitions, spirituality, meaning, and existential concerns. The first step in therapy is simply getting to know you. Together, we’ll explore your goals and identify the most effective, evidence-informed approach tailored to your unique personality, experiences, and needs. My role is to create a collaborative, supportive space that fosters healing and empowers you to make meaningful change in the areas that matter most to you.​ I truly love what I do and feel deeply honored to walk alongside people as they find their way in this messy, beautiful, and sometimes overwhelming world.  If this resonates with you, I’d be honored to support you on your journey.

A little more about me:

Although born in Louisiana, I consider myself a native Houstonian.

I enjoy spending time outdoors and going on adventures with my husband and daughter.  In my free time, you can find me eating mexican food, experimenting in the garden or watching a documentary.  I love learning new things and firmly believe there is no such thing as a stupid question.

Areas
of
Focus

  • Addiction/Substance Use

  • Anxiety

  • Chronic Relapse

  • Codependency

  • Coping Skills

  • Depression

  • Life Transitions

  • Parenting

  • Peer Relationships

  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

  • Relationship Issues

  • Self Esteem

  • Stress

  • Trauma

  • Women's Issues

Treatment Types

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  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

  • Emotionally Focused

  • Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

  • Existential

  • Humanistic

  • Integrative

  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

  • Motivational Interviewing

  • Person-Centered

  • Psychodynamic

  • Strength-Based​

  • Family Systems

OUR OFFICE

11211 Katy Freeway Suite 550

Houston, TX 77079

Email: Info@WestsideCounselingAndWellness.com

Katie Tel: 713-364-6044

Melissa Tel: 281-305-9356

Corlischa Tel: 832-224-3117

Opening Hours:

Mon - Fri: By Appt. Only 

​​Sat- Sun: Closed

    © 2022 by Westside Counseling & Wellness

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