Welcome to A New View of You! I'm Melisa.
I imagine this isn’t your first attempt at finding relief and healing. Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy, medications, or holistic approaches, and yet, here you are—still searching. Perhaps you’ve been told you have anxiety, depression, or a personality or addictive disorder, but no matter what you try, you feel stuck in the same cycle—trapped in the spiral of overwhelming emotions and frustrations that haunt you, and you are desperate to make it all go away. It can feel like it rules your life no matter what you do.
But you haven’t given up. You’re here now because you still believe there’s hope, that something can work for you. And I want you to know—you’re absolutely right. There is a way to heal.
“Trauma is the biggest mental health problem of the 21st century and it is the most treatable.”
-Dr. Louis Tinnin, Psychiatrist and Co-Founder of ITR ®
Now imagine a life where those haunting memories no longer control you, and instead you are in the driver's seat; empowered, resilient, and genuinely happy. You're able to shift from feeling numb and disconnected to a living with hope, motivation, confidence and truly being engaged in your life.
I can help you treat your trauma and break free from the past. Together we can gently unravel the hold trauma has had on you, helping you to understand and release those painful thoughts, emotions and sensations that have stayed with you for so long. Healing is possible
If everything you’ve tried so far hasn’t worked, it’s not because you’ve failed. It’s because the root cause of your struggles hasn't been addressed properly, and you likely don't realize you're already equipped with your most important healing asset...YOU! Moreover, what you’re experiencing might not even be a “mental problem” at all. Instead, it could be unresolved trauma stored in your brain and body, keeping you locked in patterns of pain and stress. This is not your fault, and most importantly, it’s not permanent. Things can change for you, and I'd like to help.
I specialize in a proven, life-changing approach to trauma recovery called the The Instinctual Trauma Response (ITR)® Method. This method is designed to get to the heart of trauma, gently and effectively, to help you finally break free from the grip of the past. Together, we’ll work to resolve those spirals of emotions, reignite your motivation, and restore your sense of purpose. Through this transformative process, you’ll not only develop a deeper understanding of yourself but also gain practical tools to enhance your relationships, navigate work or school environments with ease, and improve your focus and resilience.
Here’s what you can expect when we work together:
- A Safe and Supportive Process: I’ll guide you step by step in a way that feels secure and manageable as you process your trauma.
- Relief from Symptoms: You’ll start to feel relief from anxiety, flashbacks, physical tension, and other symptoms right away.
- Whole-Person Healing: We’ll address both the emotional and physical impacts of trauma for a complete sense of recovery, as well as tap into your strengths.
- Lasting Change: By the end of our work, you’ll have the tools to manage stress, a more compassionate view of yourself, and the ability to move forward with confidence.
This journey is about more than just reducing symptoms—it’s about reclaiming your life. You deserve to feel at peace, to trust yourself, and to see the world as a safe and welcoming place again. Healing is possible, and I’m here to help you make it happen. Let’s take this step together toward the lasting change you’ve been seeking.
What you can look forward to
Benefits of The Instinctual Trauma Response® Method
This methodology promotes mental well-being and resilience, creating a greater sense of fulfillment and balance in life. If you’re ready to do the work, know that it’s worth it, I believe you're worth it—you can heal, grow, and find peace again and we can do it together. Click here to read a few testimonials from past clients.
Getting to the root
Negative beliefs about oneself are often rooted in unresolved traumatic experiences both known and unknown to you. I can help you to resolve the trauma quickly and painlessly to move into your future.
Releasing Emotional Baggage
Tools such as the Graphic Narrative will gently and compassionately help you to unpack the emotional and mental baggage, such as fear, anger, or sadness once and for all so you'll no longer feel like you carry it with you.
Shifting Negative Beliefs
Negative beliefs about oneself often arise from trauma. Using the Externalized Dialogue® helps reframe these beliefs called Victim Mythology, leading to a more positive self-perception, more confidence and an optimistic outlook.
Building Self-Esteem
By confronting and resolving these beliefs you can rebuild your self-worth according to your values and desires for the life you want to lead, which is essential for you to move forward in life.
Empowering Personal Growth
You will foster self-awareness which is a key to intentional decision-making and personal growth.
Enhancing Relationships
By understanding the root of emotional responses, you will improve your interactions in your relationships, leading deeper connections.
Build Resilience
By understanding what triggers your emotional responses, behaviors and thoughts you will strengthens your ability to face future challenges with confidence and adaptability.
Breaking the Cycle
Learning how to reduce or eliminate future symptoms and triggers is crucial for breaking negative cycles and moving forward in life.
Healthy Boundaries
You'll learn to set and maintain healthy boundaries, which is crucial for protecting one's mental and emotional well-being in relationships.
Reduce Triggers
You'll reduce responding to triggers as you create a more balanced and empathetic emotional inner landscape.
Improve Physical Health
Processing your trauma can also lead to improvements in physical because trauma is manifested in the body as chronic stress and pain.
Convenient
Online telehealth is extremely convenient. It offers a way forward that meets you where you are, removing barriers of time and distance so you can finally give yourself the care you deserve.
Quick
You won't be in therapy for long. This method is designed to lead you to relief quickly due to it being an empowerment and solution-focused model whereby you find solutions for yourself to change old thought patterns and behaviors more quickly. You will feel empowered as you create the change you want to see in your life. This type of change can be completed in a matter of days, weeks or months, depending on your needs and schedule vs. years of long-term therapy.
Questions?
Here are some places to find answers.
What is The Instinctual Trauma Response (ITR)®?
The ITR® Method doesn't ask what's wrong with you—it asks what happened to you. When you can understand what happened to you and how that formed your beliefs, you'll get to the root of the trauma.
Is therapy right for me?
One of the main purposes of therapy is to get to the root of underlying issues, helping you understand patterns and triggers that might be holding you back. By addressing the source rather than just the symptoms, therapy empowers you to build a foundation for lasting change.
Do I have PTSD?
PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. If you’ve been through something intensely distressing and find yourself struggling with flashbacks, nightmares, or intense emotional reactions that don’t seem to go away, you may be experiencing PTSD.
How does telehealth therapy work?
Research has shown that virtual therapy can be just as effective as in-person therapy, with the added benefit of greater flexibility. Give it a try—you may find that therapy feels more accessible and effective than ever.
Anxiety
When someone experiences an overwhelming or traumatic event, their brain and body can react instinctively to protect them from harm and often these responses don't just switch off once the event is over. Instead, the body and mind stay on high alert as if the danger could happen again at any moment. It’s an important survival response. If anxiety is interfering with your life, therapy for anxiety at A New View of You can help you find a better way to deal with it.
Intensive therapy sounds scary!
It’s completely natural to feel scared about diving into a trauma intensive work. Other clients with similar worries find that instead, the goal isn't to push you back into the pain but to help you gently move through it, building resilience. With baby steps, and never alone, you'll be guided to release what’s been stuck to finally feel relief.
Troubled Teen Industry
Your story matters, every part of it. Your voice, no matter how long it’s been silenced, deserves to be heard. And when you’re ready, I want you to know that A New View of You offers a safe and compassionate space, where together we will honor every bit of who you are. You deserve nothing less.
Childhood Trauma
Childhood trauma from abuse can manifest in adulthood in complex ways, often deeply impacting relationships, confidence, motivation, and self-worth. With the Instinctual Trauma Response (ITR®) method, we will gently unravel the hold these traumas have on your life, helping you to understand and release the painful thoughts, emotions, and sensations that have stayed with you for so long.