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Melissa Kerekes

MSW, LCSW-A Family Guidance Center
Specialties: Abuse Survivors, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Depression, Behavioral Issues,
Insurance: BCBS Healthy Blue Medicaid, Direct Net, Medcost, Medicaid, NC Healthchoice,

Introduction

I provide care, support, and clinical services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups. I serve individuals in need of coping skills to better manage mental and emotional distress caused by transitions in life, crisis, mental and emotional illness, and past/current traumatic experiences. I also provide care and treatment for those suffering from the effects of depression, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, posttraumatic stress and PTSD, interpersonal violence/domestic violence, childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault and rape, transitions in life, relationship issues, stress, and other crises.

PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSWA #P016544 (NC)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Racial Justice/Equity

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Melissa Kerekes accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BCBS Healthy Blue Medicaid
  • Direct Net
  • Medcost
  • Medicaid
  • NC Healthchoice
  • Vaya

Pay out-of-pocket

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

Locations

Family Guidance Center
17 US Hwy 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602
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Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Melissa Kerekes accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Melissa Kerekes is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Melissa Kerekes offer telehealth appointments? Melissa Kerekes does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Melissa Kerekes specialize in? Melissa Kerekes specializes in the following areas: Abuse Survivors, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Behavioral Issues, Child or Adolescent, Codependency, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mindfulness, Parenting, Postpartum Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Transgender Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, and White Privilege.

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