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Melissa Charfadi

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

4 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In New Jersey
Accepting 6 Insurance providers

Meet Melissa

I have worked with a very diverse group of people throughout my career as I have spent most of my career working, developing, and managing community mental health programs. I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, sexual identity issues, life transitions, burnout, stress management, personality disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, and trauma histories. I strive to empower people to see their full potential and worth through a client-centered, strength-based approach. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy; therefore I use a combination approach drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Affirmative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness skills. I think it is imperative that we first formulate a strong foundation for growth through the therapeutic relationship, which is why I strive to create a supportive and affirming space for each person.

I strive to empower people to see their full potential and worth through a client-centered, strength-based approach.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Affirming
  • Authentic
  • Open-minded
  • Solution-oriented

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • BIPOC
  • Black community
  • Neurodivergence
  • Non-monogamous relationships
  • Students

Approach

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for New Jersey residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Insurance Accepted

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

Education

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

Melissa Charfadi accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Prime Health, Centivo, Independence Blue Cross, and Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in New Jersey are estimated at $185-195 per session.

Melissa Charfadi is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Melissa is licensed to practice in New Jersey, so clients located in New Jersey can book sessions. Melissa’s New Jersey license number is 37PC00899000, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Melissa Charfadi has been practicing therapy for 4 years. Melissa’s education and training include MA - Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Rowan University. Over that time, Melissa has worked closely with BIPOC, Black community, Neurodivergence, Non-monogamous relationships, and Students.

Melissa Charfadi works with BIPOC, Black community, Neurodivergence, Non-monogamous relationships, and Students and specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Chronic Illness, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Panic, Personality Disorders, Relationship Concerns, Self-Harm, and Sleep, among other areas. These are the areas where Melissa spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Melissa is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Melissa Charfadi draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Harm Reduction, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Melissa’s style is action-oriented, affirming, authentic, open-minded, and solution-oriented. In Melissa’s words: “I strive to empower people to see their full potential and worth through a client-centered, strength-based approach.”

Melissa Charfadi (she/her) offers therapy in English. Melissa identifies as Biracial/Multiracial. Melissa provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

Melissa Charfadi offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Melissa is licensed in New Jersey, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Melissa Charfadi is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Melissa will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Melissa’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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