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Melis Akin

LPC All Points North Counseling Services
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
In network with Optum, Aetna, TRICARE East, CareFirst BCBS - DC National Capital Area, Anthem,

Introduction

For more than 20 years, I’ve helped children, teens, and young adults (ages 5 to 22) work through anxiety, depression, anger, and trauma, including complex trauma. I believe the relationship between you and your therapist is the foundation of healing, so I put real effort into building trust, whether that’s on the floor with a six-year-old or across from a teenager who would rather be anywhere else. Kids and teens come to me for all kinds of reasons: big emotions they can’t regulate, struggles at school or with friends, ADHD, autism-related challenges, defiant behavior, or the aftermath of something painful. With younger children, much of our work happens through play, which is how kids naturally make sense of what they’ve been through. Parents are a key part of the process, so I work closely with you too, helping you understand what’s driving your child’s behavior and giving you practical tools to use at home. I also do deep, meaningful work with adults. Many of the patterns that weigh on us as adults have roots in earlier experiences, and understanding those connections is often where real change begins. I see you as the expert on your own life. My job is to help you make sense of what’s been holding you back and rebuild confidence in your ability to handle it. I’m trained in a range of trauma-focused, evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Parent-Child

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Middle Eastern/North African

Highlights

  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LPC #0701013774 (VA)

Specialties


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Groups

Age groups

  • Toddlers (under 6)
  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English
  • Turkish

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Melis Akin accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • TRICARE East
  • CareFirst BCBS - DC National Capital Area
  • Optum
  • Anthem
  • Medicaid

Pay out-of-pocket

Melis Akin has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

KPS Fredericksburg
1005 Sophia St, Unit 200
Fredericksburg, VA 22401-3809
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KPS Stafford
292 Garrisonville Rd, Suite 101
Stafford, VA 22554-1574
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KPS Telehealth

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Mental Health Counseling - George Mason University

FAQ

Is Melis Akin accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Melis Akin is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Melis Akin offer telehealth appointments? Melis Akin does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Melis Akin specialize in? Melis Akin specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma.
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