Meet Dr. Melissa Harrison
My Story
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My Story
I have been a licensed, clinical psychologist for 25+ years. I worked in a group private practice for 17 years then transitioned to my current solo practice in 2016. I originally moved to South FL from Louisiana to attend graduate school at Nova Southeastern University, where I graduated with my doctoral degree in 1997. I have been marrie
I have been a licensed, clinical psychologist for 25+ years. I worked in a group private practice for 17 years then transitioned to my current solo practice in 2016. I originally moved to South FL from Louisiana to attend graduate school at Nova Southeastern University, where I graduated with my doctoral degree in 1997. I have been married for 30+ years and have 2 sons. I understand the challenges as a parent in caring for someone with Autism since our older son is a young adult with Autism. We also currently have a Florida Gator in our family since our younger son is a student at the University of FL.
Other relevant work experience includes working in the Broward County School district at the school and district level. I also held a leadership, elected position for two terms as a regional representative on the FL Association of School Psychology state board.
Approach
Specialties
My Story
My therapeutic approach is integrative, meaning I draw from a variety of evidence-based techniques and tailor my approach to each client's unique needs. I prioritize creating a warm and supportive environment for my clients. Some of the strategies utilized can include cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavior therapy, and emotion
My therapeutic approach is integrative, meaning I draw from a variety of evidence-based techniques and tailor my approach to each client's unique needs. I prioritize creating a warm and supportive environment for my clients. Some of the strategies utilized can include cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavior therapy, and emotional-freedom techniques.
Since the pandemic, I have treated patients virtually and am currently a virtual-only practice.
Specialties
Specialties
Specialties
Over the years, I have assisted individuals and families with a variety of issues, problems, and conditions- from Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, and Autism, to OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and stress. No problem is too big or small to tackle in therapy!
In the past, I have specialized in treating children and adolescents. Howe
Over the years, I have assisted individuals and families with a variety of issues, problems, and conditions- from Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, and Autism, to OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and stress. No problem is too big or small to tackle in therapy!
In the past, I have specialized in treating children and adolescents. However, I believe in-person sessions are best in serving this age group and thus no longer specialize in treating this population with a virtual-only practice.
Most Major Insurances Are Accepted
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
Cigna
Florida Medicare
Humana
Tricare
Optum
Value Options
*Insurance benefits are verified prior to the first appointment, as plan coverage and benefits vary
*Benefit verification is shared with the patient; however, it is the patient's responsibility to understand the coverage and limitations of their individual plan