Melanie blank, lcsw

Therapist

Single mom of two teens, trying to find a few minutes each morning to sip my coffee and listen to some jazz music. Excavating free time where I can, so that I can fit in a yoga class or a neighborhood walk or run. And always making space for some fun self-care by hanging out with friends listening to local live music, and/or dancing of any kind from salsa to two-step.

- Anyone who wants to heal from past trauma and work toward a life that feels peaceful and as free from anxiety as possible.
- People going through pivotal moments--like emerging adulthood, grief, or major relationship shifts -- offering presence, compassion, and steady support.
- Couples and families as they work to transform conflict into clarity, trust, and deeper understanding.
- Young people as they grow into their independence--helping them trust themselves, build resilience, and feel capable as they prepare to leave home and take on the challenges of adulthood.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)-certified in Feb. 2022. I also have training in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Finally, I am certified in Teen and Adult Mental Health First Aid and have experience helping teens and young adults overcome suicide ideation.
Master of Science in Social Work, 2006
University of Texas - Austin
Bachelor of Science in Public Relations, 2000
University of Texas - Austin
Advanced training in EMDR
Trauma
Grief and Loss
Anxiety & Depression