Melissa Pollard, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Melissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Melissa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
More about Melissa
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
When life feels like too much—your heart races, your chest tightens, tension builds, and your mind loops the same worries—anxiety isn’t just in your head. It’s in your body, your breath, your sleep, and your ability to get through the day. If that sounds familiar, you’re not broken—and you’re definitely not alone. I help individuals struggling with anxiety build tools to calm the nervous system, restore balance, and reconnect with themselves. You deserve to feel good—not just survive, but truly thrive.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Melissa Pollard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326506916.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.015287 · Renews November 2025
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa Pollard offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa Pollard works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Melissa Pollard speak?
Melissa Pollard speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa Pollard have?
Melissa Pollard has 13 years of experience.
Where is Melissa Pollard licensed to practice?
Melissa Pollard is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Melissa Pollard accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melissa Pollard does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Melissa Pollard offer?
Melissa Pollard offers clients Internal Family Systems and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Melissa Pollard?
Melissa Pollard can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Melissa Pollard?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.