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Melissa Anderson

LPC, LMHC, CSAT

At Olive & Ash, I believe healing begins when a person feels safe enough to be fully known. Many of the clients I work with come carrying stories marked by pain, loss, confusion, or betrayal—and often a deep longing for peace and stability. My role is to offer a calm, compassionate presence as you make sense of what you’re experiencing and begin the work of restoration.

I consider it a privilege to walk alongside people during some of the most vulnerable seasons of their lives. I strive to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and respected, without judgment or pressure. Therapy is not about fixing you—it is about helping you reconnect with your strength, your worth, and the hope that may feel buried beneath the weight of what you’ve endured.

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BACKGROUND

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT). My approach is person-centered and collaborative, meaning therapy is tailored to your unique needs, pace, and goals. Together, we work intentionally and thoughtfully toward healing that is both meaningful and sustainable.

I earned my undergraduate degree from Oklahoma Christian University and my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I have experience working with adults, couples, and groups across a wide range of concerns.

SPECIALIZATION

I have a particular passion for working with individuals living with mood disorders, including bipolar disorder. While bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness, it does not have to define or limit your life. With appropriate support and care, it is possible to experience stability, growth, and a full, meaningful life.

I also specialize in working with individuals and couples impacted by betrayal trauma related to sex or pornography addiction, as well as other forms of infidelity. Betrayal can shatter a sense of safety and leave lasting emotional wounds. I help clients understand trauma responses, regain emotional grounding, and begin the slow, steady process of healing and restoration.

VALUES

As a follower of Jesus, my faith informs the compassion, humility, and care I bring into the counseling space. I respect each client’s beliefs and values, and Christian counseling is available upon request. You are never required to share my faith in order to receive thoughtful, respectful care.

Outside of my work, I am happily married and have three grown children. My family spent 22 years serving in the United States Air Force, which deeply shaped my understanding of resilience, sacrifice, and perseverance. In my free time, I enjoy singing with the worship team at my church and spending meaningful time with family and friends.

 

Meet Our Other Counselors

Marcus Curry

LPC-S, CSAT Candidate

Many of the people I work with are carrying burdens they have kept private for a long time — painful relational patterns, compulsive behaviors, betrayal, or trauma that has quietly shaped their sense of self and their closest relationships. I consider it a genuine privilege to enter that space with someone and offer steady, compassionate, and professionally grounded care. 

My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Therapy, and trauma-informed modalities including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). My goal is not to rush the process or prescribe easy answers. It is to create an environment where you feel safe enough to be honest — about your story, your struggles, and your hopes — and to work collaboratively toward meaningful change.  

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We’re always open to connecting with thoughtful, compassionate clinicians who value collaboration and steady, ethical care. Olive & Ash offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, including clinical supervision for those working toward licensure.

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"Melissa has truly helped me through some of the hardest seasons of my life. She has always made me feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for. She has helped me find my voice and start trusting myself again. Even after years, big moves, and life changes, she has continuously shown kindness and support. I’m so incredibly grateful for her and can’t recommend her enough!"
Former Client
★★★★★
"Melissa, I want to sincerely thank you for being such a compassionate and supportive therapist. With your guidance, and through God’s grace, I have experienced forgiveness, healing, and a confidence in myself that I never knew I had. I am truly grateful for the role you have played in my journey. I feel that God has restored me and brought healing to the hurt I carried for so long."
Former Client
★★★★★
"Melissa has made such a massive impact on my life. She truly saved me from so much and helped me grow as a person, mom, and wife. She helped me grow in my faith, as well. She has been a monumental part of my healing and I'm so very grateful for her and the care and love she gave me."
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The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) investigates and prosecutes professional misconduct committed by marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, psychologists, psychological associates, social workers, and licensed specialists in school psychology. Although not every complaint against or dispute with a licensee involves professional misconduct, the Executive Council will provide you with information about how to file a complaint. The Texas BHEC website is www.bhec.texas.gov. You may also call 1-800-821-3205 for more information. This notice is provided in accordance with Rule 884.31 of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council located in the George H.W. Bush State Office Building at the following address:
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