About me

I am licensed in Georgia with many years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!


Specialties

  • Family conflicts
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Intimacy
  • Anger management
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Abandonment , Attachment issues , Body image , Caregiver issues and stress , Communication problems , Control issues , Forgiveness , Impulsivity , Life purpose , Pregnancy and childbirth , Self-love
Years of Experience: 11

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

GA LPC LPC013324


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melissa Brunson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Feb 03, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Melissa Brunson is simply amazing! Very informative, patient, and intelligent!

Written on Jan 30, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management

Mrs. Melissa is great. I'm so blessed to have her as my therapist

Written on Jan 30, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

Awesome

Written on Jan 21, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes

She has been great! I love the transparency & honesty!

Written on Jan 04, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months

I really like her and she gets my sense of humor, she doesn't brush off my feelings as simply me growing and she's really cool. she doesn't get upset when I forgot to do something she recommend and I think that's really nice. I feel like I can trust her with my problems which I really love :)

Written on Dec 24, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Two weeks with Melissa has been great and I never did therapy prior to this. I was not comfortable starting but she’s made me comfortable so far!

Written on Dec 23, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coa

I love my therapist!

Written on Dec 22, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Dr. Brunson is an exceptional professional who consistently demonstrates care, understanding, and expertise in her field. She is attentive, insightful, and provides personalized guidance that truly makes a difference. Her ability to listen and offer practical solutions creates a supportive and empowering environment. I would highly recommend Dr. B to anyone seeking thoughtful and effective assistance.

Written on Dec 18, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

I feel Melissa Brunson truly cares for the concerns for my needs.

Written on Dec 09, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem

Ms.Brunson is very attentive and respectful. She takes the time to ask needed questions and asks to understand, I really personally appreciate the time she puts in. Thank you so much

Written on Dec 09, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Melissa provides so much great feedback, exercises, and listening power. I really enjoy our sessions and love that she adds Christian practices to help in my overall journey

Written on Dec 06, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Melissa Brunson has been an absolutely amazing, well-rounded counselor. I am incredibly grateful (including to God) for allowing my encounter with her.

Written on Dec 04, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 4 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management

Simply the best!!!

Written on Nov 27, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue

Melissa has helped me and supported me through becoming a better version of myself. She has helped me feel more confident and comfortable about having boundaries, instead of bottling how I truly feel about situations. She has helped me figure out that people need to know where I truly stand in life in order to be taken seriously. She’s helping me find an identity that isn’t purely other people.

Written on Nov 24, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues

Melissa has helped me in so many ways and I can’t thank her enough ❤️

Written on Nov 23, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

10/10

Written on Nov 05, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd

Melissa has helped me so much through such wise, practical counsel. She goes above and beyond to look deep into the root of your issues and helps you with tools to heal from trauma . She is such a good listener and makes you feel so comfortable. I am so glad I found her and will always be so thankful for her help.

Written on Oct 04, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd

Melissa has helped me so much! I truly feel the support she gives me and the care she has for the things that I am discussing. I finally feel seen and heard!

Written on Sep 20, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Melissa got us going again after being stuck in that rut we sometimes find ourselves in. She started a conversation with us about practical elements of our life followed by small maneuvers aimed at easing the schedule. Our relationship is on the mend and it feels like it’s growing stronger thanks to Melissa’s expert touch.

Written on Aug 20, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

I’ve only had a few sessions but Melissa Brunson has already helped me heal so much! Highly recommended.

Written on Aug 06, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I am so thankful that God placed Melissa in my life. She has helped me with so many things and is so down to earth. I love her method of therapy and the fact that she is a woman of God is just the icing on the cake. I would highly recommend Melissa Brunson!!

Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

So far so good! I’m really loving talking to Melissa! She is so knowledgable and attentive! She’s easy to talk too!

Written on Jul 13, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Good experience thus far

Written on Jun 13, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

We just started with Melissa but already she is helping us!

Written on Jun 03, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes

Melissa is professional, proficient, caring, and experienced. Her support and expertise have made a huge difference in my life.

Written on May 29, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues

I suffered great loss of my husband. It was after a year and half I found Melissa. And I thought I was through the worst part of the pain and didn’t need much help . But she offered lots of wisdom and understanding that I wasn’t alone in my walk and decision making. Life gets busy being a single Mom, but I know she is there when I need her.

Written on May 22, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and adhd

It is imperative for me to talk to someone that is an expert and understands my faith and culture. Melissa is exactly what I need. Her help in navigating my grief journey has been invaluable.

Written on May 18, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Amazing woman with a heart for her clients %100000000000

Written on May 09, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

Dr Melissa is super relatable, a great listener and offers suggestions and ways to adjust, identify and respond. She is a woman of faith and followers of Jesus which is a big part of my search criteria. Not in a way where the Word of God is constantly pushed at me, but to know our faith and principles align, means we can expect to be set apart from things and ideas and expectations of the world.

Written on May 01, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders

Does great always

Written on May 01, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Mrs. Brunson is helpful, supportive and encouraging! Highly recommend!

Written on Apr 19, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Melissa is heaven-sent! She listens and understands and is realistic with setting goals. She is relatable and open with her advise. She keeps it real and doesn’t allow you to make excuses about how you’re feeling! Hands-down she is one of the best, if not the best therapist out there and I would recommend her to anyone seeking help.

Written on Apr 15, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 5 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

Melissa has helped me in major ways along with helping me express myself leading to self discovery. I enjoy talking to her and wish we could talk longer. I’m very happy I found her. I trust her expertise and would definitely recommend her .

Written on Mar 18, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

Melissa is a great listener and provides a wealth of support and valuable expertise in a down to earth way. Her wisdom and patience is calming and reassuring.

Written on Mar 17, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

I love working with Melissa Brunson! Things have gotten so much better with my situation since working with her. She is very knowledgeable and I appreciate her wisdom and expertise. My life is changing drastically for the better and I am so thankful for Melissa Brunson.

Written on Feb 27, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

She really listened and helped put things about our relationship that I didn’t fully understand into perspective.

Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

Great God-fearing woman. She is a great help and a great listener with some great biblical expertise and references to help guide you and give you inspiration.

Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

She always a great listening ear and she always support me and how I feeling!!!

Written on Feb 16, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 6 months on issues concerning relationship

Melissa has been a wonderful counselor who fully listens to my concerns and tries to address them in the most practical way possible!

Written on Feb 15, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

Melissa has been great. She is able to help me and my spouse see eye to eye without us feeling judged. We really appreciate her help.

Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and adhd

Miss Melissa is AMAZING. She shares personal stories of her own that relate to yours and listens to everything you have to say fully. Extremely grateful to her.

Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Melissa was able to get straight to the point and guide us through some tough conversations, together and separately. I am very pleased with her knowledge, compassion, and skills. Highly recommend!

Written on Jan 02, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Melissa is great at listening to my issues and communicates with me with helpful advice and also ask questions that allow me to think instead of giving a quick answer.

Written on Dec 27, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Dr Melissa Brunson has helped me so much in such a short time. She is very easy to talk to, gives great advice, and implements tools into my lesson plan to help me better understand how to deal with my issues or struggles. This has helped me achieve my goals and even aided in fixing some family bonds that had been broken. I’ve heard that healthy boundaries are important, but discussing it with your counselor and knowing they were going to hold you accountable and ask about it the next week, really gave me the strength I needed to keep those healthy boundaries in place. 10 out of 10, I have and will continue to recommend Melissa Brunson and the teencounseling.com App to others.

Written on Dec 08, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

Melissa is awesome!! She is very patient and extremely experienced!

Written on Dec 08, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She’s great! I love the spiritual conversations we have!

Written on Oct 25, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

She listened and was very helpful

Written on Oct 05, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coaching

I love working with Mrs. Brunson. She is present, clear, give is great feedback. Feels like I am talking to a close family member or best friend.

Written on Oct 03, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues

Melissa is very knowledgeable and has lots of wisdom! She was able to help me unpack emotions I couldn’t express. She offered great advice and tips on how to navigate throughout challenging situations. Highly Recommended her! I will definitely book future therapy sessions with her!

Written on Sep 29, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Melissa listens and offers great ideas to assist me in reaching my goals. Weather it's weight loss, eating healthy, de-stress, or dealing with grief. I've used breathing techniques she has shown me prior to meetings and performances. Very knowledgeable on topics I've inquired on.

Written on Sep 27, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Appreciate her so much! She is very attentive, knowledgeable and patient and very very caring.

Written on Sep 24, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Melissa is a great therapist! Shes always very attentive and helpful. I really enjoy how she can relate and give timely examples of wisdom. Really glad I found her.

Written on Sep 16, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Melissa is very realistic, and is not afraid to get down to the deep core issues. It is with her help I am able to navigate my feelings, and put things in perspective. In doing so I am able to promote healing and forgiveness and that is exactly what I needed. I am so grateful to have Melissa in my healing journey.

Written on Aug 14, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Very personable and expert advice. Kind and easy to talk with. Always warm and welcoming.

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