About the Owner: Melissa Ocasio, M.Ed, CTS, LMHC, MCCS

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I graduated from Cambridge College where I completed my Masters in Mental Health, Addiction and Trauma in 2013. I have a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology from UMASS Lowell. I completed my clinical hours in a Juvenile Substance Abuse Program in which Mental Health, Addiction and Trauma was the focus to support with rehabilitation. I also have experience working in Adult Prison preparing the inmates to transition back into society. 

• Safe Plan Advocate and Certified Domestic Violence Counselor 
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT )
• First Responder through the Red Cross
• Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) 
• LGBTQIA+
• Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach (ACRA)
• Recreational Therapy - Playing to Heal
• Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
• Trauma Impact on Attachment
• Marital Therapy
• Neurodevelopmental Disorder and Treatment
• Toxic Stress Exposure and Interventions
• Massachusetts Certified Clinical Supervisor (MCCS)
• New Hampshire Approved Clinical Supervisor 

I founded  Melyse Behavioral & Wellness in 2023 to address the Mental Health Crisis. I enjoy utilizing a variety of evidenced-based treatments throughout my work to help my clients reach their goals and experience success in a variety of ways. Listening to their stories and seeing the gaps in between allows me the opportunity to support clients with seeing their own strengths that are the key to success. 

I have been working in the mental health field for over 15 years. I have a strong background in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, the Foster Care System, Juvenile Justice System and the Adult Correctional System. I have also done community based work to provide families with therapeutic services within the comfort their home. 

I am a Therapist, a mother of three girls, wife, and a dog lover! I enjoy listening to music, dancing, and being outdoors in the summer just as much as being laid back and catching up with friends and watching shows. My biggest passion is helping others and being able to celebrate their success. I love creating and presenting trainings around topics of mental health.