Meet your new Therapist

Melissa Kalinowski, M.A., LPC, BC-TMH

I’m Melissa

As your therapist, we work together to empower you, create self-confidence and help you live an authentic, meaningful, happy life. Together, Let’s create Resilience.

Email: MelissaK@ResilientWellnessOhio.com

Phone: 216-677-3843

Education:

John Carrol University, M.A, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Ursuline College, B.A., Psychology

Licensure:

Licensed Professional Counselor

Certifications:

Board-Certified Telemental Health Provider

My Therapy Style

 

My Approach

Modalities:

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

What makes me Different?

  • In our first session, we identify your therapeutic goals, and preferred scheduling frequency and create a plan to ensure that you have the therapeutic space reserved as frequently as you need or would like. I believe therapy should be accessible, not a scheduling nightmare.

  • Collaborative treatment planning with your outside providers (medication management prescriber, nutritionist, dietitian, or previous treatment center) to ensure that you are receiving consistent, appropriate care.

  • The client portal allows for HIPAA secure communication, booking efficiency, and tracking billing transactions in an organized manner.

  • How can I schedule?

    Schedule a Free 15-minute consultation or your first session by clicking the “Request Appointment” button or email MelissaK@ResilientWellnessOhio.com. After your appointment is confirmed, you will receive a link to your HIPAA secure client portal, next complete your new client paperwork. You can choose to opt-in for text message, email, or voicemail appointment reminders.

    At the time of your scheduled appointment, click the link to access the virtual waiting room & I will let you into our HIPAA secure private session.

  • Wondering what therapy is like?

    During our sessions, we honor your identified goals. Review coping skills and homework assignments to help provide you with the tools for success that will create the resilient life you sought out counseling for. The therapeutic space is an opportunity to be your authentic self and feel safe.

    All skill resources we review will be shared after our session via your HIPAA secure client portal so that you & can download them for keeps.

  • What ages do you work with?

    12 and up! If you have any specific questions regarding if I am the right clinician for you. Email me directly at MelissaK@ResilientWellnessOhio.com or schedule a Free 15-minute consultation.

Answers to Resume Wonderings

  • I support individuals and families affected by eating disorders as they navigate this journey through psychoeducational prevention, treatment, and ongoing recovery.

    My specialty includes working with various eating disorders, including but not limited to Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, and secondary diagnoses, including Anxiety and Depression.

    My mission is to create a culture of body positivity in which all individuals can create a healthy relationship between the body and mind with food—focusing on Health at Every Size ® and weight inclusivity. Collaboratively, I work with my clients to attain and manage Resilience in their relationships with themselves and loved ones who struggle with body image and disordered eating.

  • Completion of a year-long practicum and clinical internship treating high-risk diagnosis disorders, training in intensive outpatient (IOP) group therapy for adolescents. My training was focused on treating diagnostic conditions, including Anxiety and Depression.

    In addition, my clinical training expands as two years as an eating disorder technician at a residential Eating Disorder facility participating in case management, patient care, and case consultation in client treatment meetings before sitting for my state board licensure exam.

  • Specialized training in eating disorder setting in a Residential treatment facility for 18+.

    Telehealth and in-person outpatient counseling experience in a private practice setting treatment relationship challenges, adjustment disorders, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and suicidal ideation, including self-harm. Presently, an independent contractor of Resilient Wellness Private Practice working with adolescent and adult clients.