What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.90
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.89
About Melissa White
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Attachment-based
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Narrative
Identity
Gender
Non-binaryLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Melissa White
Welcome! I offer gender affirming and trauma-informed care to adults and college-age young adults who are struggling with various mood and adjustment issues. We do not choose the families, countries, or systems that we are born into, and yet so much of our interior lives are deeply shaped by these uncommon inheritances. It takes courage to heal within environmental dynamics that are not in our control. I am committed to partnering with you as you continue to craft a life worth living in uncertain times.
As a sociologist and social worker by training, I support clients who are navigating intimacy, identity, and life transitions, while healing from interpersonal and/or institutional narcissism and other forms of trauma. My specialization is in relational psychodynamic approaches, and I draw on a range of treatment modalities to co-create a therapeutic alliance with the clients who entrust me with their care.
Over the last 20 years, I have mentored dozens of college-age students as they navigate the developmental transition into adulthood. My background in higher education as a faculty member and researcher who specializes in gender, sexuality, and migration studies deeply informs my more recent turn to clinical social work. My clients value my ability to facilitate the co-creation of a therapeutic alliance.
To explore our therapeutic fit, please reach out with note of introduction to schedule brief phone consult. I’m currently accepting new clients on waitlist and look forward to hearing from you..
What should a new client know about working with you?
I bring a compassionate and lively approach to the interpersonal work of therapy. I enjoy the process of co-creating a therapeutic alliance with each client as a foundational aspect of the work ahead.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I employ a range of evidence-based practices to help guide my clients as they journey toward greater authenticity. I emphasize a holistic approach to assist clients navigating though the difficulties and opportunities that are influencing their lives at any given time.
My practice emphasizes the interconnectedness of mind, body, thought, emotion, action, and desire, as each is informed and transformed by past and present significant relationships.
Attachment patterns, trauma, strength, and motivation are but a few facets of the unique weave of each client’s life. I see my role as partnering with clients as they integrate past experiences with their hopes and aims for the future, while taking seriously the constraints imposed by the environment (broadly conceived) at any given time.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
More information on payments and coverage
Before your first session, we recommend checking with your insurance provider to confirm the status of your deductible, copay, and any coinsurance amounts. Insurance plans vary, and these details help avoid surprises once claims are processed.
Please also note that No Shows or Late Cancellations (including for the first session) are billed at the amount insurance would have reimbursed for the session.
If you have any questions about this, feel free to let us know.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University at Buffalo (North Campus), Master's in Social Work
- York University (PhD)
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association, Division of Psychoanalysis
NPI number
1417790205
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.90
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.89
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She was absolutely wonderful. She is everything I imagined in a therapist and provider.
December 9, 2025Dalva C.Verified patientVideo visit
encouraging
January 19, 2026Tatiyana W.Verified patientVideo visit
Very kind, took time to explain and listen .
November 12, 2025Kristen K.Verified patientVideo visit
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How soon can I make an appointment with Melissa White?
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Is Melissa White accepting new patients?
Melissa White generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Melissa White's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Melissa White accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Melissa White online?
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What practice does Melissa White work with?
Melissa White works with Park Psychological Services, PC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa White?
Melissa White frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa White on their profile.
What languages does Melissa White speak?
Melissa White speaks English.
How do patients rate Melissa White in reviews?
10 patients have reviewed Melissa White. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.9/5. They have a 4.89/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.