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Therapist in Concord, North Carolina Melisa Patterson, Therapist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 22-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Melisa Patterson, Therapist

Melisa Patterson, MSW, LCSW

Melisa Patterson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management, aging, couples issues, caregiver issues, self-esteem, and managing chronic illnesses. Melisa treats clients ages 18+ utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Supportive Therapy, and other therapeutic modalities. Her approach is person-centered, client directed, and rooted in the power of human connection and therapeutic alliance. Melisa has a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a Certification in Gerontology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, received her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology with a Minor in Social and Economic Justice from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and holds professional membership in the National Association of Social Workers. In her free time, Melisa enjoys trying new local restaurants with her husband, taking daily walks with her Schnoodle, tending to her houseplants and flower garden, and solving jigsaw puzzles.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Family Therapy

Improve communication and resolve conflicts within family dynamics with a clinician's guidance.

  • Ability status
  • ADHD
  • Aging
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attention & focus
  • Caregiving
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Family conflict
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Intellectual challenges: generally independent
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Panic attacks
  • Phobias
  • Premarital counseling
  • Retirement
  • Self-esteem
  • Sexual trauma
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • Ability status
  • ADHD
  • Aging
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attention & focus
  • Body image
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Family conflict
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Intellectual challenges: generally independent
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Phobias
  • Premarital counseling
  • Retirement
  • Self-esteem
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits

Couples Therapy

Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.

  • Ability status
  • ADHD
  • Aging
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attention & focus
  • Body image
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Family conflict
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Phobias
  • Premarital counseling
  • Retirement
  • Self-esteem
  • Sexual trauma
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University of North Carolina Charlotte

FAQs

Please call us at 980-766-1801 to schedule an appointment with Melisa Patterson.

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My visits are always very productive. My counselor always makes sure that she leaves me with positive words. I am glad that I decided to take this step in my life and Life Stance is perfect for me. My counselor is very kind and considerate and always makse sure I stay on top of things and constantly reminds me that she is here for me any time I need her I truly appreciate that more than she knows.
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maria g.

Apr 25, 2025
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So glad I was given the opportunity to meet Melisa when I did.She is always aware of my issues and gives me positive feedback to move forward and feel great about myself.Very professional and uplifting.
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Judy M.

Judy M.

Jun 01, 2025
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My therapist Melissa is the best! I’d be lost without her. I love our conversations and feedback and a second outlook on problems.
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Mary M.

Mary M.

Mar 13, 2026
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Booking is simple. My counselor is attentive & is very good with work through my life circumstances.
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mark m.

mark m.

Jan 09, 2026
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Talking to Melisa puts me at ease and very comfortable.
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Charis S.

Charis S.

Jan 12, 2026
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Very easy to book and my therapist is Awesome.
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