Advance Behavioral Health Services

Melanie Ochoa, LCSW

Therapist

Melanie Ochoa is a licensed clinical social worker who has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Melanie is a graduate of Aurora University’s Master of Social Work Program.  

Melanie works with trauma informed care, recognizing the deep impact of past experiences on present well-being. Utilizing an approach rooted in understanding each client’s unique background, ensuring therapy feels relevant, respectful, and empowering. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, healing from trauma, or seeking personal growth, there is support for you with evidence-based techniques tailored to your needs. Therapy is a collaborative journey, the goal is to build resilience, develop coping strategies and create meaningful change in your life. If this resonates with you, I invite you to take the next step toward healing.

Melanie is bilingual, fluent in both Spanish and English. 

Areas of expertise include:
• Mood Disorders (Depression. Bipolar disorder)
• Anxiety Disorders (Generalized Anxiety Disorder, OCD, Panic Disorder, Selective Mutism, Agoraphobia, Social Anxiety Disorder and specific phobias)
• Post traumatic or acute stress
• Personality disorders
• Domestic Violence/Family Conflict
• Transition/Adjustment Concerns
• Relationship Issues
• Loss/Grief Issues

Treatment Modalities include:
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• Exposure Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Narrative Therapy
• Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)