Melissa Guarnaccia , LISW-CP, LCSW

Melissa Guarnaccia is a psychotherapist with eleven years of clinical experience who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma, grief, and a range of other concerns. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, and she brings an open-minded, relaxed, and non-judgmental approach while remaining action-oriented in her work with clients. She has experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults across hospital, school, and private practice settings.

Melissa holds the credentials LISW-CP and LCSW, indicating clinical social work licensure that authorizes her to provide therapeutic services. Her specialties include anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, self-esteem concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, anger, career-related challenges, and bipolar disorder. She also works with parenting challenges and is a certified instructor in Parenting with Love and Logic, offering workshops in her community.

Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Melissa earned a BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is married and is a mother to two boys, and the family includes a pug named Mabel. Melissa spends much of her free time outdoors with her family and enjoys travel and cultural experiences.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, online therapy is often considered comparable to traditional in-person care in its potential to support meaningful change and coping.

One of the clearest benefits is flexibility - individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from a familiar setting.

Licensed professionals provide online services, and clients have the option to change therapists if they would like a different fit. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical, accessible way to pursue therapeutic goals with qualified therapists.