Therapist profile
Dr. Mary Ann Meli, FL Psychologist PY4501
Florida psychologist - family and parenting concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting strain
- CBT and mindfulness
About Mary
Dr. Mary Ann Meli is a Florida psychologist (FL Psychologist PY4501) with 35 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, parenting strain, and life changes.
Her practice focuses on practical, conversational work. She listens to what is happening at home and helps people sort through day-to-day problems. Sessions include straightforward discussion, thought patterns that affect mood, and simple exercises to try between meetings.
Mary Ann uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow each person's pace and priorities. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test small changes. Mindfulness techniques are offered to reduce reactivity and improve sleep and focus.
She has supported people with addictions, trauma and abuse, and family-related strains. Additional areas she addresses include caregiver stress, chronic illness, aging concerns, and obsessive or compulsive symptoms. The aim is to address the practical effects of these issues on daily life.
Sessions are conducted in English and are based in Florida. The intake process asks about current concerns and practical goals so the first session can focus on immediate steps. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment.
How sessions work
How her approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. The therapist reflects what is said and helps prioritize what matters most in daily life, which can help with parenting strain or relationship stress.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It breaks problems into small, testable steps and offers exercises to change patterns that feed anxiety, depression, or sleep problems.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity. These techniques can help with sleep, stress, and staying calmer during difficult conversations.
Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust plans based on what helps. Clients and the therapist decide together which tools to keep and which to change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make appointments easier to fit around parenting and work. It also allows shorter check-ins, fewer commutes, and flexibility for evenings or weekday breaks, depending on the formats offered.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of family or parenting issues does she address?
She helps individuals with family problems, parenting strain, communication problems, divorce and separation, and related stresses.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She combines Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness. The work is conversational and focused on practical steps to change thoughts and routines.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 35 years of professional work experience as a psychologist in Florida.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Florida Psychologist listed as FL Psychologist PY4501 and practices from Florida.
Does she work with people in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for meeting her?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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