Melissa Hunter, LPC, NCC
Melissa Hunter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at Vivid Psychology Group. She offers online therapy (telehealth) for individuals in Colorado, Arizona, Florida, New Jersey, and Internationally.
- Adults
- Couples
- Parents
Melissa’s Approach
With a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of mental health issues, Melissa has become known for her intuitive and collaborative approach to therapy. But it’s not just her expertise in treating OCD that sets Melissa apart. She recognizes the intricate interplay between my OCD and high anxiety, addressing both with equal care and attention.
Throughout her career, Melissa has demonstrated a remarkable ability to connect with her clients, fostering an environment of trust and understanding. She has guided many clients through the stormy seas of OCD, exploring coping mechanisms and strategies to soothe the relentless tide of worry that threatens to engulf them. Her empathetic nature enables her to effectively support and direct them toward resilience and coping strategies.
With a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, Melissa stays abreast of the latest advancements in therapy techniques and evidence-based practices. Her dedication to her clients’ well-being and her unwavering support make her a highly sought-after counselor in the mental health community. Melissa Hunter’s holistic approach to therapy continues to positively impact the lives of those she serves, guiding them toward healing, self-discovery, and lasting change.
Services Provided
Couples Therapy & Marriage Counseling (Communication, Conflict, Intimacy)
Parent Coaching for Childhood Anxiety & OCD (SPACE Program)
Online Therapy in Colorado (Telehealth Counseling for Adults)
Online Therapy in Arizona, Florida, and New Jersey (Telehealth Counseling for Adults)
Specialty Areas
Generalized Anxiety
OCD
Chronic Worry
Fears and Phobias
Panic Attacks
Health Anxiety
Chronic Pain
Tics and Tourettes
OCD
Contamination OCD (fear of germs, illness, cleaning rituals)
Checking OCD (locks, appliances, safety rituals)
Harm OCD (fear of hurting yourself or others)
Relationship OCD (ROCD - doubts about your partner or relationship)
Sexual Orientation OCD (SO-OCD - intrusive doubts about sexuality)
Religious/Moral OCD (scrupulosity, fear of sin or moral failure)
Symmetry/“Just Right” OCD (needing things to feel perfect or balanced)
Intrusive Sexual Thoughts (unwanted taboo thoughts, POCD)
Sensorimotor OCD (hyper-focus on breathing, blinking, or bodily sensations)
Health Anxiety/Illness OCD (fears about serious medical conditions)
Fears and Phobias
Fear of Flying (Aviophobia) Treatment
Fear of Driving (Driving Anxiety Therapy)
Agoraphobia (Fear of Leaving Home or Public Places)
Fear of Heights (Acrophobia Therapy)
Fear of Needles or Blood (Trypanophobia Treatment)
Fear of Public Speaking (Glossophobia Treatment)
Fear of Germs or Contamination
Animal Phobias (Spiders, Dogs, Insects, Snakes)
Claustrophobia (Fear of Small Spaces)
Social Phobia/Social Anxiety Disorder
Melissa Hunter specializes in treating OCD, anxiety, chronic pain, and more using:
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
- Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE)
- Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT)
- Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
