Mental Health Therapy and Counseling for adults, teens, children, couples and families.

Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Licensed Professional Counselor;
National Certified Counselor;
MS, Human Services Counseling 

Melissa's expertise includes:

  • Trauma
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
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Melissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and National Certified Counselor (NCC). She has earned an MS in Human Services Counseling with an endorsement in School Counseling, and an Ed.S in Education Administration and Leadership.


Melissa has experience working in the high school setting, the inpatient hospital setting with children and adolescents, court services, crisis counseling, and private practice.

She primarily works with adolescents experiencing school issues, academic challenges, depression, and anxiety. 


In addition, Melissa also works with adults who are experiencing life transitions such as college preparation, career exploration, marriage, divorce, change or loss of employment, and parenting skills challenges.


Her passion is in helping others and seeing them grow to build a more fulfilling life. Melissa is a client-centered therapist who uses cognitive behavioral techniques to support her clients' academic, social, and emotional wellness.

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