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Psychiatrist in Suffolk, Virginia Dr. Melissa Gross, Psychiatrist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 15-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: Yes

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Dr. Melissa Gross, Psychiatrist

Dr. Melissa Gross, MD

Specializes In:

Bipolar Disorder
Depression/feeling down
Intense mood changes
Self-esteem
Stress from ongoing health issues
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Melissa Gross, MD Melissa Gross is a Psychiatrist in Virginia with 30 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Hampton University and a Medical Degree from the VCU School of Medicine. Melissa completed her Internship and Residency at the Psychiatry Eastern Virginia School of Medicine and her Fellowship at the Addiction Medicine University of Cincinnati. Melissa believes healing and recovery is a unique journey for every individual and involves a partnership with your psychiatrist and other members of your mental health team. She feels optimal care involves nonjudgement, compassion, and empathy. In her spare time, Melissa enjoys meditation, reading, and long walks with her 15-year-old chocolate lab.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Intense mood changes
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol use
  • Anxiety
  • Attention & focus
  • Drug/substance use
  • Fertility
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Panic attacks
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Post-partum depression & anxiety
  • Pre-conception
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy loss
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

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Please call us at 757-929-7569 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melissa Gross.

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She listens with great intent. She is very professional and cares about the way you manage your medications. She is very firm regarding appointments and wants the best outcome for her patient. She gives you great insight and helps you to take responsibility. She helps you to see clear on where you are accountable.
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Anonymous

Mar 20, 2026
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I love LifeStance! My provider is amazing! Thank you for your excellent medical care.
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Dr. Lila E.

Dr. Lila E.

Nov 11, 2025
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I could give her all the stars in the sky and it still wouldn’t be good enough
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Anonymous

Anonymous

Jan 30, 2025
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Dr Gross is kind, professional and compassionate. I’m very happy
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Yvonne H.

Yvonne H.

Dec 10, 2025
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Professional, patient, and kind. It’s so important in this field.
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D S.

D S.

Apr 10, 2024
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I am happy with her. She listens and provides me with great care.
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Jun 29, 2025
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