Melody Wollgren, LCSW

Welcome

I am committed to offering and fostering a supportive environment that allows for individuals to live and thrive in authentic and genuine ways. My ongoing goal is to challenge my own assumptions, reactions, privileges, and beliefs in order to learn and grow. I strive to offer engaging and thoughtful dialogues to assist others with doing the same. I believe introspection, critical thinking, exploration, and ultimately, empathy are necessary for growth and compassion. I work well with clients who are willing to spend time exploring their internal processes to move beyond coping skills and to consider ways they can make changes to affect outcomes. I support communities who have been systemically disenfranchised and harmed and advocate for change in both small and large scale pursuits to support these communities and to repair past harm.

About

I specialize in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and issues related to race, culture, sexuality and gender identity. I am a biracial Korean child of an immigrant whose personal experience influences and shapes my ability to connect with others who may be struggling with issues of identity and race. I am constantly seeking out and participating in trainings and conversations on social justice issues. I also have extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced emotional, physical, and sexual abuse/assault as well as combat trauma. Offering honest, straightforward conversations in a relaxed environment is a priority for me and I feel passionate about helping others to find personal, creative ways to find healing and growth. I am certified in EMDR and utilize strategies from multiple perspectives including psychodynamic, mindfulness and CBT. I am also able to offer ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP) to help clients experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in symptoms

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