Patak Counseling

Welcome! My name is Melissa Patak and I am so glad you are here. By being here, you’ve already taken an incredibly brave step.

Reaching out for support—especially when you’ve been struggling—is not easy. You may have been carrying this alone for months, maybe even years, and I am here to support you with care, understanding, and a safe space to heal.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship challenges, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, please know that there is hope. Together, we will gently move through the struggles you’re facing now and build the tools, insight, and resilience you need to move toward a future that feels brighter and more fulfilling.

What matters most is you—your story, your strengths, and your goals. Our sessions will be tailored to your unique needs, honoring your pace and your experiences. Through therapy, you’ll learn new ways to navigate challenges and create meaningful, lasting change to help you move forward with confidence, hope, and clarity.

About Me

After spending 25 years in the legal field, I returned to school to pursue a career in counseling and earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. My desire to go into counseling stems from my personal experience of witnessing others struggle with mental health issues.

I provide therapy services with both adolescents and adults. My experience includes working in psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment center, and juvenile detention center. I practice utilizing Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Strengths-Based approaches, all tailored to my clients’ needs.

During my free time, I enjoy treasure hunting at thrift stores, gardening, traveling, and spending time with my family and dogs (Witten the lab, Dizzy the Jack Russell, and Beast the mixed breed).