Therapist in Charlotte, North Carolina Melinda Padmore, Therapist
Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)
Ages Served: 18-74
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Melinda Padmore, MSW, LCSW
Whether navigating burnout, recovering after loss, improving relationships, or managing overwhelming thoughts feeling like your mind just won’t shut off, trying to hold it all together with little to no time for yourself. Melinda collaborates with clients to foster clarity, self-confidence, and lasting change.
With over a decade of experience, Melinda is a dedicated and compassionate therapist helping young professional men and women navigate anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges and life transitions. Melinda understands the pressure of balancing career, relationships, and personal growth by providing a supportive, judgment-free space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their inner experiences. Melinda integrates evidence-based techniques with a relational, client-centered style, helping men and women build resilience, develop healthier coping strategies in both their personal and professional lives. Here the goal is not just symptom relief but helping each person reconnect with their authentic self and move forward with intention.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 18-74
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Anxiety
- Depression/feeling down
- Grief & loss
- Panic attacks
- Self-esteem
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Stress management
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Alignment Healthcare
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Medcost
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
Languages
- English
Education
-
Kean University
FAQs
Please call us at 980-766-1031 to schedule an appointment with Melinda Padmore.
Melinda Padmore generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 980-766-1031 to find out Melinda Padmore's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Melinda Padmore:
- Aetna
- Alignment Healthcare
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Medcost
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 980-766-1031 to see how we can help.
Melinda Padmore is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Melinda Padmore works at:
Yes, Melinda Padmore does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Melinda Padmore is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: