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Melisa Maling, LCSW, CSW

Experienced Colorado clinical social worker
  • Trauma and abuse support
  • Grief and loss care
  • Parenting and attachment focus

About Melisa Maling

Melisa Maling is a Colorado-licensed social work professional with 33 years of experience supporting people through trauma, grief, and major life transitions. She works with individuals facing trauma and abuse, complicated grief and loss, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to parenting, attachment, and adoption or foster care. Her practice also addresses self-esteem, guilt and shame, communication difficulties, workplace issues, and questions of life purpose and self-love.

Melisa combines client-centered work with evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Systemic Therapy to create treatment plans tailored to each person. She also brings experience in executive and professional coaching when appropriate. Melisa emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversations and therapeutic strategies to meet the specific needs of each individual. She recognizes that reaching out for change takes courage and aims to provide steady, practical support throughout the process.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melisa Maling have?

Melisa Maling has 33 years of professional experience.

Is Melisa Maling a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials, indicating licensure as a social work professional in Colorado. License details: CO LCSW CSW.00991658.

In which languages does Melisa Maling provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Melisa Maling located?

Melisa Maling is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Melisa Maling as my therapist?

You can work with Melisa Maling through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melisa Maling work with international clients?

Melisa Maling does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melisa Maling cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One major benefit of remote therapy is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the way that fits their life and comfort level - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to maintain continuity of care while juggling work, family, or other responsibilities.

Licensed professionals provide care in virtual formats, and people may choose to switch therapists if they feel a different match would be better. For many, online therapy offers an accessible path to consistent support, practical strategies, and progress toward personal goals.

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