Growth and Transitions Counseling® is an online therapy practice providing mental health services. Our services range from individual, couples and family therapy.
Live and Thrive Abundantly
Our founder has been in practice for over 10 years during that time Growth and Transitions® Counseling have serviced over 1000 clients. Our therapists range from interns to fully licensed but all deliver the same compassionate, trauma-informed counseling and integrative experiential therapy for deep healing. Our clients and counselors identify as BIPOC, immigrants, multilingual, and LGBTQIA+, gender diverse and neurodivergent.
““The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.”
— Carl Jung”
Areas of Focus in Therapy
We support client experiencing a range of challenges including Anxiety, Depression, Complex PTSD, Intimacy and Vulnerability, Self Esteem, Stress, Childhood Neglect.
Who are our clients?
Teens and emerging adults, survivors of trauma, new caregivers and parents, first generation Americans, immigrants, couples, creatives, entrepreneurs, women of color, late diagnosed autism diagnosed, LGBTQIA + individuals.
How we do therapy
Therapy should be tailored to the individuals we serve, no two people experience life the same and our world is ever evolving.
We go beyond talk therapy. We offer experiential approaches that engage body, mind, and emotions for lasting trauma healing. We are flexible, adaptive and innovative in our approaches.
🌿 What Our Clients Are Saying
Healing is a deeply personal journey. With care, compassion, and consent, we’ve shared a few reflections from clients who have experienced growth, clarity, and transformation through our work together.
“I absolutely love Melissa. She’s incredibly compassionate and understanding. She takes the time to explain things in a way that makes sense to me and always honors my boundaries. I’m so grateful for the work we’ve done together—it’s helped me grow into who I am today. Melissa has shifted the way I view so many of my experiences, and she continues to encourage me toward becoming the best version of myself.”
— Former Client
“Excellent service—professional, supportive, and truly valuable. I’ve worked with multiple therapists over the years, and this has been, by far, the best experience I’ve had. The care and insight I’ve received have made a meaningful difference in my life.”
— Former Client
“Since starting therapy, I’ve gained so much clarity. I truly feel like I’ve been matched with the perfect therapist—someone who really understands me and creates a space where I feel safe to unpack and explore what I’m carrying.”
— Former Client
“Since starting therapy, I’ve noticed so many meaningful changes. I feel more equipped to support myself when I’m anxious, and I no longer experience depressive episodes or nightmares. I’m more aware of my emotions and know how to navigate situations while staying grounded. I’ve also learned to set boundaries that truly work for me—and I feel much more confident in myself, especially in my role as a student.”
— Former Client
“After 25 years, my depression is finally minimal. I’ve gained so much self-understanding, and I’m more patient—with myself and others. My boundaries are stronger, and I no longer let trauma or fear define or confine me. I finally feel free to move forward.”
— Former Client
Our Mission
Over values are important to us, here’s what drives us!
Therapy is for everyone. We keep our rates affordable, so as much people can benefit from our services.
Everyone should have access to exceptional care.
Therapy isn’t one size fits all, our core counseling principle is the therapeutic relationship.
We want to help you create lasting change, our work is deep and transformative.
“I’ve built my practice based on principles of authenticity, resilience and my core belief that with commitment and work, people can grow into the best versions of themselves, achieve things they once doubted and live fulfilling lives. ”
— Adiasha Richards-Thornhill, LMHC-D, LPC, ACS
