Melissa Abello
MA, LPC
Melissa Abello has a Masters in Counseling. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), holding her license in Missouri.
National Provider Identifier: 1841690567
Expertise lEVEL
Advanced Practice
rate
$450/per month
Meet Melissa Abello
Counselor Competency
Counselors with the training, supervision, and experience to know how to help.
MyCounselor.Online has as its aim to be the gold standard in faith-based mental health. Our counselors are required to have undergraduate studies in theology, practical ministry, or psychology and have completed a graduate (master’s) degree in mental health (professional counseling, clinical social work, marriage & family therapy, etc.).
- We only hire around 2% of applicants
- Require at least a Master’s Degree in Mental Health
- 2-Year Post-Graduate Residency in Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® (NICC)
- 400+ hours of Continuing Education each year
After submitting an application package that includes transcripts, references, and video responses to a structured interview, qualified candidates are invited into a multi-stage interview process. During the process candidates will meet with clinical supervisors, perform a mock therapy session, and participate in a training with the MyCounselor.Online clinical team. If advanced from the final interview with the Director of Clinical Services, candidates are offered a position on the clinical team and matriculated into the MyCounselor.Online residency.
During residency counselors complete multiple rotations of clinical training and experience with specific populations, including individuals, couples, families, and teens. Specifically, residents are trained in the MyCounselor.Online proprietary model of care: Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® (NICC) as applied in practice with various presenting issues.
The thorough training our counselors receive in a broad array of specialized rotations equips them to address counseling concerns ranging from the common to the complex.
Residency Training Rotations
| Rotation | Presenting Issues |
|---|---|
| Individual: Trauma-Informed Care (AEDP, AF-EMDR, IFS, EFIT) | Trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress & burnout, grief, aloneness, shame, insecurity, self-esteem, addictions, friendships, work dissatisfaction, eating disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideation, childhood sexual abuse, spiritual abuse, spiritual stagnation |
| Couples: De-escalation & Attachment Bond Restructuring (EFT) | Communication, trust, parenting, money, in-laws, expectations, roles |
| Couples: Sex Therapy (ABCST) | Sexless marriages, pain disorders, arousal disorders, desire differences |
| Couples: Sexual Addiction & Infidelity Recovery (CSAT) | Porn & sex addiction, sexual affairs, emotional affairs |
| Couples: Dating & Premarital (SYMBIS) | Premarital, family of origin concerns, relational expectations, commitment difficulties, compatibility questions, conflict resolution, wedding stressors, friend group conflicts |
| Family & Teen Issues | Divorced & blended family dynamics, teen development issues |
| Group Therapy Dynamics | Group work across a variety of focus areas |
| Personal Development Coaching | Coaching for personal and professional development |
A Note from Melissa
I am especially passionate about working with individuals experiencing anxiety, sexual addiction, depression, challenges with parenting, and relational conflict. I also work heavily with couples experiencing communication difficulty, affair recovery, sexual addiction, infertility, and parenting challenges.
I am deeply passionate about serving others through counseling. My desire is to help people be set free from their pain, so that they can truly live life to the full (John 10:10). I obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Assumption College in Worcester, MA and a Master’s Degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Stephens College in Columbia, MO. My husband and I serve as ministers and currently reside in Columbia, MO. I am also certified in Good Enough Parenting workshops. I also serve part time with Focus on The Family in Branson, MO doing marital intensive work.
The Proof
Testimonials
Melissa Abello is an amazing counselor. She is the best listener and very wise beyond her years. She is full of Godly insight and compassion.
Andrea L.
70 Reviews4.9 Stars
Melissa really makes you feel like you are being heard. In a short amount of time you feel like you are speaking to someone you knew your whole life and she really cares for your best interest.
Marcus J.
70 Reviews4.9 Stars
Melissa Abello has proven to be one of the most compassionate, empathetic and wisest individuals…She has helped me make tremendous progress in overcoming shame and anxiety.
Meg C.
70 Reviews4.9 Stars
Melissa Abello is incredible! I would trust her with any information about me because I know that she’s not only confidential but nonjudgmental.
Jasmine T.
70 Reviews4.9 Stars
Melissa is an amazing person and truly cares about the well being of her clients. She is a compassionate, patient, and has helped me to have a better outlook on life.
Bob G.
70 Reviews4.9 Stars
Articles by Melissa
Christian Sex Therapy
When The Wife Wants More Sex
Christian Sex Therapy
When Sex Hurts: Dealing with Shame
Christian Affair Recovery
Broken Promises – Recovering from an Affair
Marriage Counseling