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Jackson Melnick

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Rhode IslandColoradoMassachusetts
Anxiety - Relationship issues-College & graduate student mental health-Medical professionals' mental health-Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)-ADHD-

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Professional statement

Jackson Melnick is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, with an office near Wayland Square in Providence, Rhode Island. Many clients come to him when they are experiencing interpersonal crises, and even more of his clients simply find it beneficial to meet once a week and discuss what is going on in their lives, in the interest of finding deeper meaning. His clients come to see therapy as a way to develop a greater sense of freedom: they connect to and accept their values and desires, find more creative and healthier ways of living those things out in the world, and cultivate the ability to cast away thoughts and habits that are not resonate with the life they want.

Drawing from a research and evidence-based approach to mental health care, Jackson uses a process of analytic reflection to help you uncover what is true and what is false in your life, help you to realign with what is true, and ultimately to live out your values in the world with more confidence, grace and enthusiasm. His style is very conversational. He employs the Socratic method as a way to help you learn more about yourself and the root causes of your emotional and mental pain, and he sees therapy as a space to hear and discover your stories.

He is a lifelong learner and was once a student at Deep Springs College, Brown University (BA) and the University of Chicago (MA) where he studied CBT, DBT, ACT and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. As a social worker, he views each client as part of a dynamic, psychosocial whole. He affirms people of all faith, gender, sexual and cultural backgrounds and orientations.

He sees patients with OCD, and he has received training in I- OCD and ERP treatments.


Message to clients

I put most of my emphasis on what is happening in your life now, not on your childhood or past experiences. If those things come up, it will be because they arose out of a conversation about the present moment. My goal is not to make up stories that keep you in therapy but provide you something valuable and actionable at every appointment.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I have practiced clinical social work both in private practice and at the Emergency Departments of Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children's Hospital. I also have taught at Community College Rhode Island and am a published poet and musician. I have a Masters in Social Work from The University of Chicago and a Bachelors in English Language and Arts from Brown University. I am passionate about discovering the origins of human suffering and advocating for an abundance of freedom and creativity.

I ask that you come to therapy with a willingness to be honest with yourself about what your wants and values might be and the impact they have on others.

Please do not hesitate to reach out, and we can begin a conversation about what has been happening.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 5 years

Private Practice, Therapist, 2023 - Present
Rhode Island Hospital Emergency Department, Per Diem Social Worker, 2021 - Present
Community College Rhode Island, Adjunct Faculty, 2023 - 2024

The University of Chicago , MA, 2021
Brown University , BA, 2016

Licensure

Rhode Island: ISW03968 - Colorado: 09930035 - Texas: 112528 - Massachusetts: LICSW127941

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, and anxiety and/or depression.

Medical professionals' mental health - Support navigating work-related expectations and stress; addressing issues of burnout, hierarchical pressures, and vicarious trauma

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) - Reducing unwanted intrusive thoughts and rituals by gradually building comfort and confidence facing difficult fears, thoughts, and emotions

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

I am now accepting new clients for in person and online therapy! Online therapy has been proven to be effective and I offer HIPPA secure virtual appointments. In person is located in Providence RI


Insurance

  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island BCBS RI (in-network in RI)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (in-network in RI, CO, TX, MA)
  • Brown University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare) (in-network in RI)
  • Medicaid (through United Health) (in-network in RI)
  • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island (in-network in RI)
  • United Healthcare (in-network in RI, CO, TX, MA)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$125 (55min)
  • Initial session:$148 (55min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note


Client testimonials

"Jackson Melnick, listed to what I was communicating to him about my concerns. And was very helpful."
- Zencare client June 2024

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