Meet Our Team
Melanie Walsh, Ph.D., LPC-S, BC-TMH
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Therapist
Currently providing services in: Mississippi & Tennessee
Melanie Walsh is a Board Qualified clinical supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider with over 10 years of experience. She has worked with a variety of client populations in inpatient facilities, community mental health agencies, and private practice. Melanie’s clinical work includes children, teens, and adults for individual, group, and family therapy. She also works with trans and gender nonconforming individuals in the therapeutic capacity to provide documentation and support for healthcare needs related to gender identity and expression.
Melanie’s research interests include LGBTQ+ communities and mental health-related factors, including discrimination, fear, community support, and the coming out process. Her research is primarily situated in the Deep South where she investigates the negative impact of discrimination and backlash associated with non-normative sexuality and gender identity. Melanie also has experience writing and directing grants in public and mental health.
Nick DiTocco, CMHC
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Therapist, CMHC-Intern
Nick’s goal is to help clients connect with themselves and provide them with the support and tools they need to achieve their goals. He is passionate in working with people who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, and increasing self-confidence. Nick is an LGBTQ+ individual who is open and accepting of all identities and aims to create an inclusive space to all.
Nick graduated with his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a focus in Mental Health Counseling from Becker College in Worcester, MA and is currently pursuing his Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of New Haven in West Haven, CT.
Lauren Cox, CPC
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Certified Professional Coder
Administration & Credentialing
Bhakti Patel, LPC-P
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Therapist
Bhakti Patel is a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with a wide range of client populations, including adolescents, adults, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Her approach is holistic and client-centered, focusing on helping individuals navigate trauma, grief, life transitions, domestic violence, women’s issues, and cultural identity concerns. As an Asian American therapist, Bhakti brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges associated with navigating multiple cultural worlds and strives to honor and explore your cultural background throughout the therapeutic process.
In addition to traditional therapeutic work, she specializes in supporting individuals with substance use disorders, trauma recovery, and relational challenges. Bhakti provides both individual and group therapy in a safe and nonjudgmental environment. Her clinical philosophy centers on resilience, empowerment, and finding meaning through life’s difficulties. Together, you will explore how your past and present experiences shape your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, working collaboratively to foster healing and growth. Bhakti believes the work of a counselor is a privilege and holds her clients' stories with deep understanding and importance. She is dedicated to supporting you as you embrace both your strengths and vulnerabilities, helping you become the person you want to be—both for yourself and for the people who matter most to you.