Grow. Connect. Thrive.

Join me in a collaborative and compassionate therapy space where we explore your story to deepen your sense of self, your place in community, and move forward with hope.

Melissa Davis, LPC- she/her/hers

Hi. I’m Mel. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Bachelor of Science in Education from Berry College and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. For the past 9 years, I’ve had the privilege of working in a therapeutic school environment supporting neurodivergent teens and young adults. That experience deeply shaped my belief in the importance of connection, patience, and meeting people where they are.

I now bring that same approach into my private practice in Tucker, GA, where I am excited to support clients in a more individualized and collaborative setting.

In therapy, I take an empathetic, person-centered approach. I aim to create a space where you can feel seen, heard, and accepted as you are. You don’t need to come in feeling strong or put together. Together, we’ll gently explore the parts of your story where you feel stuck and work toward building resilience and inner strength over time.

When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me hiking, going to concerts, spending time with my two cats, having movie nights with friends, or keeping an eye on the weather. I have a bit of a special interest in storm chasing.

Areas of focus:

  • Neuroaffirming therapy (ADHD & Autism)

  • Low motivation and difficulty with daily routines (including struggling to get out of bed in the morning)

  • Challenges with connection and relationships

  • Overthinking and rumination

  • Nervous system regulation during stress and burnout

  • Building social skills and meaningful connections

  • Boundary setting and navigating people-pleasing patterns

  • Strengthening self-advocacy and independent living skills

Therapeutic Approaches:

  • DIR Floortime (developmental, individual difference, relationship-based therapy)

  • Person-centered therapy approaches, grounded in empathy and collaboration

  • CBT, DBT, Gestalt & Mindfulness- informed techniques to support coping, regulation, and insight

  • Narrative therapy approaches

  • Walk-and-talk therapy sessions for those who feel more at ease moving while they are engaging in therapy

Services & Rates

Offering in-person and online services in tucker, ga

  • 15 Minute Free Intake Call

    Let’s schedule a call to discuss your therapy goals and determine whether we’re a good fit.

  • Individual Counseling/ DIR Floortime

    50-minute individual sessions available weekly or bi-weekly, depending on your needs.

    Self-pay: $150/hr
    Superbills are available upon request for insurance reimbursement.

    Sliding scale: Limited availability upon request.

  • Group Counseling/DIR Floortime

    50-minute sessions with 4–6 members, meeting weekly for 8-10 weeks.

    Self-pay: $50/hr
    Superbills are available upon request for insurance reimbursement.

    Sliding scale: Limited availability upon request.

  • Social, Creative Expressions and Movement Groups

    1-2 hour, social group sessions with 4–6 members, meeting weekly for 8-10 weeks. Groups will mostly be community-based.

    Self-pay: $40/hr*
    Superbills are available upon request for insurance reimbursement. *Community-based outing expenses are not included in this fee and are billed separately. The time frame will be determined depending on the group.

    Sliding scale: Limited availability upon request.

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Providing you with a safe space to bring your full & authentic self

Confidentiality:

Your privacy is a top priority. All information shared in counseling sessions is kept strictly confidential and protected in accordance with professional and legal standards. Details of your sessions will not be disclosed without your written consent, except in situations where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, or as otherwise required by law. Secure systems and ethical practices are used to safeguard your personal information at every step.

For walk-and-talk therapy sessions, I cannot guarantee the same level of confidentiality as in an enclosed office setting. However, I choose spacious, low-traffic locations to reduce the likelihood of conversations being overheard.

If we happen to see each other outside of therapy, I will not initiate interaction or acknowledge you unless you do so first. This is to respect your privacy and uphold confidentiality.

Cancellation policy:

Appointments may be canceled or rescheduled with at least 24 hours’ notice at no charge. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice, or missed appointments, will be billed at the full session rate. This policy helps ensure availability for all clients and respects the time set aside for your care.

Get in Touch

You can reach me at:

melissa.j.davisllc@gmail.com

www.melissadaviscounseling.com

Phone: 770-639-1990

Office hours:

Monday–Thursday: 9 am - 6 pm

Fridays: 9 am - 4 pm

Office address:

2122 Vista Dale Court, Tucker, GA 30084

 

Crisis Numbers

If you are having a physical emergency

Call 911

If you are having a mental health emergency

call/text 988

For additional crisis contacts, click the link below:

https://namiga.org/resources/crisis-info-2/

FAQs

  • I offer individual and group counseling, DIR Floortime services, and groups centered on social connection, creative expression, and movement.

  • I work with adolescents and adults ages 14–60.

  • Yes. If attending in-person sessions is difficult, virtual sessions are a convenient and flexible alternative. Virtual sessions are currently offered only for clients in Georgia.

  • My work is grounded in a neurodivergent-affirming, relationship-based approach shaped by 9 years in a therapeutic school environment. I focus on meeting you where you are and creating a space that feels flexible, collaborative, and real. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I integrate movement, creative expression, and community-based experiences to support meaningful, lasting growth.

  • The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin building a sense of comfort. We’ll discuss what brings you to therapy, review confidentiality and informed consent, and explore your goals. You can share at your own pace—there’s no pressure to cover everything right away. You’re also encouraged to ask any questions you may have.

  • DIR Floortime is an evidence-based, developmental, individual-differences, relationship-based approach that focuses on regulation and connection first. It supports emotional growth, communication, and social development by meeting you where you are and building on your natural interests and strengths through playful, joyful interactions.

  • Counseling sessions are 50-minute, confidential sessions that focus on developing the later DIR capacities, including logical thinking, multi-causal thinking, gray area thinking, and self-reflection.

    Floortime sessions are 50-minute, semi-structured, and non-confidential sessions that focus on developing the early DIR capacities, including regulation, engagement, reciprocity, social problem-solving, and symbolic thinking. These sessions focus on building communication and back-and-forth interaction as primary goals.

  • Social Groups offer opportunities to build connections with peers through community-based outings like going out to eat, playing games, and exploring the city. Group members will share interests and collaborate on planning outings based on what the group enjoys.

    Creative Expression Groups focus on storytelling, story writing, and expressive movement to help clients explore imagination, creativity, and self-expression.

    Movement Groups are outdoor trail walking groups to foster connection and movement.

  • Getting started is simple—visit the “Contact” page and send me a message about the services you’re looking for. From there, we can schedule a free consultation call to see if working together feels like a good fit.

  • No. I currently offer self-pay services only. However, I can provide a superbill upon request that you may submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement.

Resources

Books/Audiobooks:

Engaging Autism -Dr. Stanley I. Greenspan and Dr. Serena Wieder

No-Drama Discipline- Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson

Podcasts:

Websites:

https://www.icdl.com/

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.”

— Carl Rogers