

Let's be real, sometimes life gets in the way of living! There are just time when life is not always the way we want or thought it would be.
People keep saying that you are so strong, but you don't want to be strong and you definitely don’t feel strong. You know you have people around you that love you and also you feel alone. You want to believe that you’ll find yourself again. If you’re losing hope that you can manage all the things in your life, counseling can help!
For the last 11 years I’ve helped people to regain life balance, self-compassion and reclaim their lives from the grips of trauma. An Air Force veteran and trauma clinician, I’m keenly attuned to the unique needs of military members, first responders, helping professionals, crime survivors, and how exposure to trauma can affect their well-being.
I like to cook/bake, spend time with family and freinds, as well as being outdoors, and antique shopping
Dr. Melissa Earls is a licensed professional counselor supervisor and Registered Play Therapist–Supervisor (RPT-S) with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families. She specializes in play therapy and developmentally appropriate, trauma-responsive approaches that help clients express emotions, build coping skills, and strengthen resilience in a safe and supportive environment.
Dr. Earls brings a compassionate, strengths-based approach to counseling and believes that healing occurs through meaningful relationships, creativity, and connection. Her clinical work is informed by research, cultural responsiveness, and a deep understanding of how stress, trauma, and life transitions impact emotional well-being.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Earls is an educator and supervisor who is committed to ethical practice and professional excellence. She is dedicated to partnering with clients and families to support growth, empowerment, and lasting positive change.


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