Melanie Dobbins, LCSW
Melanie Dobbins, LCSW
Mrs. Melanie Dobbins is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Arkansas, with over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health. She received her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and her Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Arkansas State University.
Mrs. Melanie has worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient mental health clinics, schools, and hospitals. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, and has helped individuals cope with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, and life transitions.
In her practice, Mrs. Melanie uses evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT). She also incorporates her training in mindfulness-based interventions and psychodynamic theory to help clients gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Mrs. Melanie loves working with women and has a passion for working with families and children to help strengthen their supports and to establish healthy behaviors and boundaries.
Mrs. Melanie is known for her warm and non-judgmental approach to therapy, and her ability to create a safe and supportive environment for her clients. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process and works closely with her clients to help them achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
In addition to her clinical work, Mrs. Melanie is also involved in teaching and training other mental health professionals. She has served as a clinical supervisor and field instructor for social work students and has led workshops and trainings on topics such as trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, and self-care for helping professionals.
Overall, Mrs. Melanie Dobbins, LCSW, is a skilled and compassionate therapist who is dedicated to helping individuals and families in Arkansas achieve their goals and improve their overall mental health and well-being.