Melanie Eley

About Melanie Eley

I am a pre-licensed mental health counselor (projected full licensure 2027) with a deep commitment to supporting Black, Indigenous, and other people of color as they navigate life\'s transitions. My background blends hands-on counseling experience with nearly a decade of expertise in learning and development, where I have trained and mentored fellow counselors in suicide prevention and crisis intervention. I am passionate about empowering mental health professionals to provide compassionate, effective support, and I have extensive experience guiding teams through burnout recovery and high-stress environments. My approach centers on empathy, evidence-based practices, and a strong dedication to professional growth within the counseling field.

Experience

1. Associate Therapist

   Clarity Therapy Nyc

   Nov 2025 — Present

   Associate Therapist @ Insight Therapy

Education

• John Jay College (CUNY)

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Forensic Psychology

• Alliance University

  M.A., Mental Health Counseling

• Russell Sage College

  M.A., Community Psychology

Skills

• Nonprofits
• Social Services
• Community Outreach
• Case Management
• Crisis Intervention
• Mental Health
• Mental Health Counseling
• Psychotherapy
• Public Speaking
• Psychology
• Research
• Adolescents
• Group Therapy
• Behavioral Health
• Motivational Interviewing
• Family Therapy
• Program Development
• Child Welfare
• Foster Care
• Youth Development
• Working with Adolescents
• Dsm-V
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Cbt)
• Narrative Therapy
• Person Centered Therapy
• Interventions
• Grief Counseling
• Event Planning
• Teaching
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Dsm-V
• Lgbtq
• Solution Focused
• Articulate Storyline
• Employee Training
• Classroom Management
• Curriculum Development
• Psychological Assessment