Melanie McClellan, LCSW

Melanie McClellan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps adults feeling overwhelmed by worry, intrusive thoughts, or major life changes. She focuses on helping people regain a sense of control when anxiety or compulsive thinking takes over. Her tone is practical and direct, aimed at people who are tired of feeling stuck.

She commonly supports adults facing anxiety, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, grief, and the stress that comes with big transitions like divorce or midlife changes. Melanie also addresses workplace strain, caregiver stress, and feelings of isolation or low self-worth. She pays attention to how these struggles show up day to day and offers steps to manage them.

Melanie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including approaches often used for anxiety and OCD, to reduce distress and build skills. Sessions focus on clear strategies, practice between meetings, and gradual steps toward change. She keeps explanations straightforward and practical so clients can try tools right away.

With eight years of experience, Melanie draws on a range of methods to match each person’s concerns and pace. She frames therapy as a collaborative effort and helps clients set realistic goals for relief and growth.

Melanie works from Virginia and offers services in English. Prospective clients are encouraged to confirm current session options when they reach out and to ask about how her approach could fit their situation.

How Melanie Uses Evidence-Based Tools Online

Melanie often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions link together. CBT teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors, and it can help with anxiety, worry, and low mood.

She also commonly uses Exposure and Response Prevention, a targeted approach for obsessive-compulsive symptoms. ERP involves gradual, supported exposure to feared thoughts or situations while reducing the urge to perform rituals, so distress decreases over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Melanie treats therapy as a collaboration and will help figure out which techniques fit a person's goals and comfort level. She adjusts pacing and methods based on feedback and progress.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow follow-up practice between meetings. Phone or video sessions can be useful for shorter check-ins or for days when being on camera is difficult. Ask about specific options when scheduling to match sessions to everyday routines.