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Dr. Melissa Polusny, PhD, LP, ABPP

Clinical Psychologist Polusny Therapy
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression

Introduction

If you've been through something hard – something that left a mark – you don't have to carry it alone. Trauma can leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy offers a different kind of space: one where your story is heard with compassion and healing becomes possible. I'm a board-certified clinical psychologist with 30+ years of experience helping people reclaim their lives after trauma -- now offering secure, HIPAA compliant online trauma therapy to clients in 43 states through PSYPACT. My practice is active, collaborative, and grounded in the methods proven to help people recover from trauma. I bring deep expertise in trauma treatment together with a compassionate approach that meets you exactly where you are. I believe in shared decision-making: you are the expert on your life, and together we’ll explore options, set goals, and choose approaches that fit your values and preferences. Ready to take the next step? Visit my website to book a free consultation or email me directly. I look forward to meeting you.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • Licensed Psychologist #LP4362 (MN)
  • ABPP #11855 (MN)

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • First Responders

Age groups

  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Agnostic

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Individual Therapy (45 mins) $250
  • Individual Therapy (60 mins) $300
  • Initial Intake Evaluation (75 mins) $340
  • Couples Therapy Evaluation (75 mins) $340
  • Couples Therapy (60 mins) $300
  • Initial Consultation (20 mins) $0

Locations

Polusny Therapy - Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • PhD, Clinical Psychology - University of Nevada, Reno

Certifications

  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy

Professional Affiliations

  • American Psychological Association (APA)
  • International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
  • Association for Contextual Behavioral Science
  • American Board of Professional Psychology

FAQ

Is Dr. Melissa Polusny, PhD, LP, ABPP accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Dr. Melissa Polusny, PhD, LP, ABPP is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Dr. Melissa Polusny, PhD, LP, ABPP also offers a free consultation.
Does Dr. Melissa Polusny, PhD, LP, ABPP offer telehealth appointments? Dr. Melissa Polusny, PhD, LP, ABPP does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Dr. Melissa Polusny, PhD, LP, ABPP specialize in? Dr. Melissa Polusny, PhD, LP, ABPP specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma.
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