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Melissa Ellsworth

Ph.D. Realign Psychology, LLC
Specialties: Sex Therapy, Sexual Dysfunction, Couples Counseling, Chronic Pain, Gender Identity,
Insurance: Anthem, Blue Cross, BlueCross and BlueShield, Blue Shield, Out of Network,

Introduction

Hello! My name is Dr. Melissa Ellsworth, and I am a specialized pain psychologist, sex and gender-affirming therapist. - Pain Psychology - My primary specialty is helping individuals with chronic pain using evidence-based psychotherapy treatments that include neuroplastic healing, emotional awareness and expression, trauma processing, mindfulness and compassion. The main treatment approaches I use that incorporate these modalities include Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET). Read more about the benefits and science behind PRT here: https://www.painreprocessingtherapy.com - Sex Therapy - I also specialize in working with individuals and couples with relationship and intimacy issues, help with sexual identity and exploration, and provide a supportive environment navigating polyamorous, kink and other sexual identity and lifestyle domains. Specific areas include mismatched sex drives, low libido, sexual shame/trauma, spirituality and religious impact on sexual identity, female sexuality and women's health, physical concerns impacting sexuality (e.g. vulvodynia, IC and other urogenital disorders), infidelity, kink/BDSM exploration, navigating non-monogamous relationships and identity intersectionality (e.g. faith transitions, gender, sexuality). - Gender-Affirming Therapy - I specialize is supporting all aspects of gender affirming-therapies, including gender exploration and validation, developing coping strategies, building social support and resources, addressing other mental health challenges like anxiety and depression and offering education and support for partners and families. I also provide support and resources for medical gender transitioning interventions, including letters of support for HRT and gender-affirming surgeries, in accordance with WPATH guidelines.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • Ph. D. #11172768-2501 (UT)
  • Ph. D. #3344 (OR)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Kink/Diverse Sexualities
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory

Age groups

  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Multi-Faith

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Melissa Ellsworth accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Blue Shield
  • Out of Network
  • Out of Pocket

Pay out-of-pocket

Melissa Ellsworth has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Physical Address
South Jordan, UT 84095
Melissa Ellsworth

Frequently asked questions

Is Melissa Ellsworth accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Melissa Ellsworth is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Melissa Ellsworth offer telehealth appointments? Melissa Ellsworth does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Melissa Ellsworth specialize in? Melissa Ellsworth specializes in the following areas: Asexuality, Attachment Issues, Chronic Pain, Couples Counseling, Gender Identity, Infidelity, LGBTQIA+, Marital and Premarital, Mindfulness, Physical Wellness, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Relationship Issues, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality and Religion, Transgender Issues, Women's Health, and Kink/Diverse Sexualities.

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