Melanie Andrade-Ramos

I specialize in working with children and adolescents who are experiencing challenges with their emotions and behaviors. Many of the young people I work with struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and OCD. These challenges can make it difficult for children to maintain healthy relationships, meet school expectations and manage other daily stressors.

Caregivers may at times feel uncertainty regarding how to most effectively support a child that is struggling. I provide parent support sessions and family therapy to improve communication, strengthen relationships and address behavioral issues at home.

My approach is warm, collaborative and supportive. I focus on building trust and creating a safe space where children feel understood and comfortable expressing themselves. I take time to truly understand each child’s experience.

I am intensely trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and work with adolescents who have severe emotion dysregulation. I use other evidence based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help children and adolescents to better understand their emotions, learn effective skills, and move towards reaching their goals.

I am committed and passionate about providing evidence based treatments to help children and adolescents reach their full potential.