Melissa O'Connor
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience in the mental health field. I received my Master’s In Social Work Degree from Loyola University Chicago after spending a few years in Corporate America.
I use a strength-based approach combined with empathy, lightness, and humor (when appropriate) to help you gain insight and skills to change.
I draw from principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing and am client centered.
I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma and PTSD and have completed advanced training in perinatal mental health.
Specialties
Alcohol Misuse or Abuse Anxiety Body Image College adjustment Depression Identity Development Infertility Life Transitions Parenting Pregnancy and Postpartum Relationship Issues Self-esteem Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Melissa O'Connor is in network for the following plans:
Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna and EvernorthPaperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
1699349381Rates
| First session | $150 |
| Ongoing sessions | $130 |
Practice Hours
| Monday | -- |
| Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
| Friday | -- |
| Saturday | -- |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Health at Every Size Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Trauma FocusedModalities
IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)Communities
Activists Artists Athletes LGBQ+ Neurodiverse People of Color People with Disabilities UndocumentedMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 10
- License(s): IL-149.016625
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): White
- Sexual Orientation(s): Straight