Melissa Alton is an experienced clinician with specializations in substance use and trauma. Through education and life experiences, she has developed a deeper understanding of counseling, feeling in her heart that God has given her these experiences for a reason. Truly, she would not wish these experiences on anyone, and she would not take them back, given her understanding of what people are experiencing and her ability to use this knowledge to help. Melissa employs a client-centered approach, grounded in empathy and open communication. She takes the time to understand each client's lived experiences and collaborates towards the desired goals. In addition to her clinical practice, Melissa engages in continuous learning, publishing, and presenting.
Melissa Alton is an experienced clinician with specializations in substance use and trauma. Through education and life experiences, she has developed a deeper understanding of counseling, feeling in her heart that God has given her these experiences for a reason. Truly, she would not wish these experiences on anyone, and she would not take them back, given her understanding of what people are experiencing and her ability to use this knowledge to help. Melissa employs a client-centered approach, grounded in empathy and open communication. She takes the time to understand each client's lived experiences and collaborates towards the desired goals. In addition to her clinical practice, Melissa engages in continuous learning, publishing, and presenting.