Mellisa Booth
LPC, PMH-C • Licensed Professional Counselor
About
With a passion for helping clients be more present in the here and now, Mellisa Booth, LPC PMH-C, brings nearly a decade of experience to her role as a licensed counselor and certified Perinatal Mental Health therapist. As the owner of Sereine Counseling LLC, Mellisa has cultivated a practice that focuses on empowering women and adolescent girls to navigate life's challenges with resilience and self-compassion.
Mellisa's journey in the mental health field began with her Master's Degree in Psychology from McNeese State University, where she concentrated in Counseling. Her diverse experience includes providing individual and family therapy, as well as serving as a clinical manager for a mental health organization. This breadth of experience has allowed her to support clients in various settings, from private practice to community-based mental health initiatives.
At the heart of Mellisa's practice is a commitment to addressing a wide range of mental health concerns. Her areas of expertise include perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues, and supporting adult children of mentally ill or narcissistic parents. She also specializes in helping clients overcome people-pleasing tendencies, codependency, career stress, self-esteem issues, and body image concerns. For adolescents, Mellisa offers support with school and behavioral issues, recognizing the unique challenges faced by young people in today's world.
Mellisa's therapeutic approach is both comprehensive and tailored to individual needs. She employs a variety of evidence-based techniques, including Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practices for anxiety and depression. Her strength-based and solution-focused therapy methods aim to help clients develop healthy boundaries, make sense of their emotions, and create meaningful lives.
As a certified Perinatal Mental Health therapist (PMH-C), Mellisa brings specialized knowledge to support women through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Her training includes a Maternal Mental Health Certificate from Postpartum Support International, equipping her to address the complex emotional experiences that can accompany motherhood, including pregnancy loss and adjustment to parenthood.
At Sereine Counseling LLC, clients can expect a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore their challenges and work towards personal growth. Whether you're seeking balance in life's stresses, working through traumatic experiences, or navigating the complexities of parenting, Mellisa is dedicated to providing the support and guidance needed to foster healing and resilience. Her practice stands as a testament to her belief that everyone deserves to feel better and live a life of greater serenity and fulfillment.
Qualifications
Education
- Master's Degree in Psychology
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Perinatal Mental Health Certification
State Licenses
- Licensed Professional Counselor
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Anxiety
- Child or Adolescent
- Depression
- Pregnancy; Prenatal; Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
State Licenses
- Louisiana
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Locations
Sereine Counseling - Southwood Office
2000 Southwood Dr, b
Lake Charles, LA 70605
Sereine Counseling - Ryan Street Office
1638 Ryan St
Lake Charles, LA 70601