Melissa Golden
LSW
Non-binary
White/Caucasian
LGBTQ+
Education: Master of Social Work at University of Denver
License number: 0009926885
Experience: 5 years
Ages served: Adults (18 to 64), Elders (65 and above)
Languages spoken: English
Session style: Tele-therapy (video appointment)
About Melissa

Melissa Golden is a Licensed Social Worker based in Colorado, earning their Master of Social Work from the University of Denver in 2021. Mel's approach is collaborative and anti-oppressive, and draws from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), person-centered therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and harm reduction principles. They work with adults facing a variety of life transitions and identity concerns, and are particularly passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and those living with chronic illness/disability.

Melissa's Expertise
Specialties
Community Mental Health, Depression and Anxiety, Medical Social Work, Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD, Crisis Intervention
Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Humanistic/Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Psychoanalysis
Plans Accepted
Medicaid
Medicaid (Health First Colorado)
Colorado Access
Colorado Community Health Alliance
Northeast Health Partners
Rocky Mountain Health Plans
Commercial Insurance
Evernorth (Cigna)
Out of Pocket
Cash