I am known as the HypnoSistah because 'sistahs' have shared roots and history, and they always have your back! The word 'Hypno' means sleep—I won't put you to sleep, but my hypnosis technique can help rest your weary body, mind, and spirit and restore what was harmed or stolen.
Over the years, I have developed and fine-
With over a decade of experience, it's my joy to work with persons and organizations seeking hope, healing and transformation. At the heart of my practice is empowering persons and families to navigate their lives in a manner congruent with what matters most to them. The aim is for you to achieve heartfelt goals of transformation, discovering m
Helping my clients become empowered in their situation is my true hearts work. Whether it may be a diagnosis, a trauma, loss of a loved one, or a sudden change in one's life, I help my clients work through their situation to become more empowered and satisfied in their lives and with themselves. My approach is authentic and genuine combined w
We queer folks navigate the world differently from cis-het individuals, and with that comes both unique challenges and a profound sense of beauty. While I work with people of all identities, including heterosexual and cisgender clients, my specialty lies in supporting queer, trans, and gender-diverse individuals. My goal is to create the safest, mo
Painful feelings are not a sign of weakness nor, are they your fault. There is relief and, there is hope.
Our first hour together is free. I do this because this time should only be for you. You should be the one to decide if you feel comfortable with us working together. Your level of comfort and openness is important to me. You should feel fr
I find great meaning in helping people connect with the things that matter most to them and live fuller and more satisfying lives, and have a great appreciation for the courage it takes to reach out for help when things aren’t working. I provide an accepting and compassionate environment with respect and admiration for individual differences
You may be struggling to understand and cope with the situations in your life--both past and present. I will offer you a safe place to be heard and explore what lies behind your experiences and your reactions to them. And I will help you find your authentic voice and power so that you can get unstuck and move forward with the insights you glean fro
Life can be hard. Sometimes we have difficulty communicating with our partner, boss, children, or our parents. Sometimes we have difficulty adjusting to a new environment or new life circumstances. At times, we may feel stuck and unsure of how to make changes in our lives. Other times we may want to delve deeper and truly understand our motivations
Combining insight-oriented therapy with body-based, somatic treatment approaches results in lasting change. I invite you to read about my work in detail at my website MelissaLesterLCSW.com, and schedule a free 20-minute consultation to further explore working together.
SPECIALTIES
Women's Issues
Anxiety, Stress, and Overwhelm
Emotional E
As a counselor, I believe that working through challenges such as depression, anxiety, co-dependency, addictions... in the present time is very important, along with examining wounds from childhood that are barriers to moving forward. Through this work, healing can occur with understanding, self-compassion, authenticity, and positive change. Most p
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