Melissa Brentlinger is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. She maintains a private practice in the Harlingen-Brownsville TX area.

With over 27 years experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Melissa is passionate about her work. She is a graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a master’s degree in Christian Education and a second master’s degree in Marriage and Family Counseling. Melissa is professionally trained in EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She currently serves in private practice in the Rio Grande Valley area. Among her areas of expertise are treating anxiety, depression, PTSD and relationship issues.

In addition to being a prominent relationship therapist, Melissa has presented at conferences and to general audiences speaking on the topics of Eating Disorders, Communication and Health. She previously trained volunteer grief counselors and currently trains professionals about the impact of hoarding tendencies on family dynamics. She was the keynote speaker at the 9th Annual Dallas Hoarding Conference in 2019 presenting how hoarding tendencies affect couples and families.

Melissa is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.