Melissa Elek, LCSW

Contact Information:
irtual Telehealth Services​    
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Phone: ​860.372.2916​

​About:

​"I believe true change occurs when we know who God is and who we are in Him. I often work with women who are struggling with anxiety. My heart is for people to know their security in God’s love by learning to combat any lies or process emotional pain that may be keeping them from experiencing this security. I use multiple therapy modalities. I also incorporate a type of emotional healing prayer based on Caring for the Heart Ministries when desired. Feel free to call me for a consultation to see if I would be a good fit for you. I currently work part time and schedule appointments on Thursdays."

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Qualifications:

• CT Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  

Accepted Insurance:

• Aetna
• Anthem
• ​BCBS​
• Cigna
  
• Medicaid/Husky
• Medicare
• Out of Network Plans

​​Sliding Scale Accepted*

* Please note that insurance companies have specific criteria for therapy service reimbursement. This counselor offers a sliding scale fee if criteria is not met. Feel free to contact this counselor with any questions.

Languages: English

Graduate School: University of Connecticut, School of Social Work

Specialties:

• Anxiety/Panic Disorders
• Depression/Bipolar Disorder
• Perfectionism
• Spiritual Struggles
• Unresolved emotional pain

Client Focus:​​

• Adults: 18+ years
• Seniors: 65+ years
  

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