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Dr. Melissa Oleshansky

MI Psychologist 6301012612

Dr. Melissa Oleshansky , MI Psychologist 6301012612

Therapist in Michigan

· English
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About Melissa

Dr. Melissa Oleshansky brings 25 years of clinical experience to her work with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She is a fully licensed clinical health psychologist - licensed in Michigan as MI Psychologist 6301012612 - and holds a doctoral degree in clinical health psychology along with two master’s degrees, one in clinical psychology and one in school and community psychology. She is also a registered yoga teacher, which informs her integrated approach to mind-body well-being.

Known for a practical, compassionate style, she combines coaching strategies with evidence-informed therapy methods to help clients strengthen resilience, increase self-confidence, and reduce self-doubt. Her work emphasizes mindfulness-infused cognitive behavioral techniques that support clients in recognizing and managing the body's stress responses, discovering purpose, and learning science-based coping skills for difficult moments.

Dr. Oleshansky uses a personalized, nonjudgmental approach that is both direct and supportive. She partners with people to build lasting skills for emotional regulation, improve relationships, and navigate complex life changes so they can pursue the life they want with greater clarity and confidence.

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Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dr. Melissa Oleshansky have?

Dr. Melissa Oleshansky has 25 years of professional experience working with adults on issues such as transitional life stress, anxiety, and depression.

Is Dr. Melissa Oleshansky a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential MI Psychologist 6301012612, which is her Michigan psychologist license.

In which languages does Dr. Melissa Oleshansky provide therapy?

Dr. Melissa Oleshansky provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Melissa Oleshansky located?

Dr. Melissa Oleshansky is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Dr. Melissa Oleshansky as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Melissa Oleshansky through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Melissa Oleshansky work with international clients?

Dr. Melissa Oleshansky does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Melissa Oleshansky cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

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