Melisa Carrico is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Certified Aromatherapist, Certified Yoga AromaBalanceYoga Teacher.

I would like to take a few moments of your time to introduce myself and my work. After several years of mental health practice in the private, public and clinical therapeutic settings, I have opened a private practice here in Oakland. I am a native of Oakland and am truly excited of the opportunity to offer clinical therapeutic services to residents of the local area.

I am licensed in Maryland as a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I also am a Adjunct Professor at Garrett College, a Certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor, Aromatherapy &, Hypnosis Practitioner and the creator of Balance~ology™ ~ The pathway to the extraordinary life. As a matter of fact, Balance~ology was featured at the Annual Counseling Association’s Annual Conference in Hawaii in March of 2008.

I have extensive mental health experience with a variety of clients, serving as a clinical services director, an educational consultant, and a public mental health clinician along with extensive work with women's issues, depression, anxiety & addictions.

I graduated from West Virginia University with a Master’s in Clinical Counseling in 1996 with a 4.0 Grade Point Average.

My specialty is Integrative Therapy which is treating physical and mental issues from the “Whole Person” perspective. Therapy is client-centered and based on a model of wellness rather than pathology. Individual assessments are used to determine which interventions will be most effective and appropriate. The pace of the work, and the approaches used, are geared to the authentic needs and rhythm of each client’s process. An eclectic mix of tools could include cognitive and solution focused therapy, relaxation, visualization, meditation, yoga and any other applicable therapies. This type of method can be extremely effective and successful with many conditions especially with stress related illnesses, anxiety, depression, all addictions, menopause and autoimmune deficiencies.

In addition to psychotherapy, other services offered by Skyeia Holistic Services include: life-coaching, yoga & aromatherapy sessions, consultant services, & experiential holistic retreats to balance mind, body & spirit. I would appreciate the opportunity to be of assistance to individuals that you think may benefit from my services and would be willing to refer to me. You can be confident that they will receive the highest level of professional and ethical care. I am currently scheduling appointments.

Please feel free to contact me anytime. Have a wonderful day!

Sincerely,

Melisa M. Carrico, LCPC