Melanie Barefield, LPC, LMFT

Melanie Barefield is a licensed counselor with seven years of clinical experience who concentrates on supporting couples, families, and individuals as they navigate trauma, relationship challenges, and stress rooted in family of origin issues.

She holds a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy and maintains professional credentials as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor and an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, reflecting training in both individual and systemic approaches. Much of her work has centered on helping people heal from past traumatic experiences, and she has provided care in a variety of settings including residential treatment centers, in-home counseling, church-based programs, and hospital environments.

Her therapeutic style emphasizes listening first, then partnering with clients and family systems to clarify goals and develop practical steps toward change. She is trained in Prepare-Enrich and has supported couples seeking to strengthen their marriages. With individuals she commonly draws on techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused CBT when appropriate. Her background in family therapy informs the use of Family Systems approaches to help families understand their interaction patterns and work toward healthier dynamics.

Throughout her career she has focused on collaborative, goal-oriented work that helps people build coping skills, repair relationships, and move toward greater emotional balance.