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Hey there! My name is Melissa, most people call me Mel. Person with lived experience in recovery from mental illness, addiction, and complex trauma. Passionate about empowering people through a person centered approach. Trauma informed care. Experience working with folks of all different backgrounds. Areas of special interest- women’s empowerment, LGBT+, grief support, holistic life navigation, spirituality, and building new coping strategies.
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