Melissa Miller (She/her)

LMHC,LPC
Accepting Clients

Melissa Miller provides affirming, client-centered therapy, supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals through anxiety, trauma,substance use, and life.

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Fort Lauderdale, FL

About My Clients

Melissa’s ideal client is someone seeking a safe, affirming space to navigate life’s challenges. She specializes in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and life transitions. Whether exploring gender identity, healing from past experiences, or building resilience, Melissa provides client-centered, trauma-informed care, helping clients feel seen, valued, and empowered on their journey to self-discovery.

My Background and Approach

Melissa Miller is a licensed therapist dedicated to providing affirming, client-centered care for LGBTQIA+ individuals. With extensive experience supporting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and life transitions, she creates a space where people feel safe, valued, and empowered. Her therapeutic style blends evidence-based practices with warmth, humor, and deep respect for each person’s journey. Melissa specializes in trauma-informed therapy, helping clients process past experiences and develop resilience. She uses a collaborative approach, drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness techniques to tailor care to each client’s needs. Whether exploring gender identity, navigating relationships, or working through personal challenges, Melissa helps clients build self-awareness, coping strategies, and confidence, ensuring they feel supported every step of the way.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Melissa is deeply committed to creating a safe, affirming space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and advocating for mental health accessibility. She believes in social justice, equity, and the importance of inclusive, trauma-informed care. As a strong supporter of LGBTQIA+ rights, she works to ensure clients feel seen, valued, and empowered in their journey toward self-acceptance and healing. Melissa integrates warmth, humor, and deep respect into her work, striving to break the stigma around mental health and substance use. She is passionate about helping individuals navigate identity, relationships, and personal growth while fostering resilience and self-compassion. Melissa actively supports organizations that promote LGBTQIA+ well-being and mental health advocacy, reinforcing her belief that everyone deserves a space to heal, grow, and thrive. Her approach is rooted in collaboration, ensuring each client feels supported every step of the way.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Magellan Behavioral Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Evernorth
  • Cigna/Evernorth
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Plan
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Evernorth
  • Cigna/Evernorth
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Evernorth
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Evernorth
  • Cigna/Evernorth
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Plan
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Aetna EAP Resources for Living
  • Cigna EAP Confide Enhanced
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $125 - 175/session

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