St Lucia Counseling & Consulting

Melissa Freymann earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Chicago and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Divine Mercy University, where she specialized in integrating Catholic faith with psychological sciences. She employs the Catholic Christian Meta-Model of the Person and Theology of the Body as foundational frameworks for understanding and valuing the whole person. Dedicated to fostering healing and personal growth, Mrs. Freymann specializes in working with adolescents through older adults, as well as couples and families. She has experience in both individual and group therapy and serves as a consultant for marriage retreats incorporating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) at Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center. Mrs. Freymann is actively engaged in the professional counseling community as an active member of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association and is a member of both the American Counseling Association and ICEEFT. She also serves as a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor (Military, Higher Education, Youth, and Adult programs). She has successfully completed an EFT Externship (International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy – ICEEFT) and is certified through the Green Cross Academy of Traumatology at Level 3. In addition to her clinical work, she has been involved in various ministries focusing on youth, leadership, women, coaching, and mental wellness initiative within the Baltimore Archdiocese. She has also been a featured guest on podcasts and is available for speaking engagements at retreats, conferences, parent groups, and youth events. She offers consultation services and therapeutic support at special events. Mrs. Freymann offers appointments at St. John the Evangelist, virtually, and in nursing homes in the Severna Park area, with expertise in working with: * Anxiety & Grief * Emotional Well-being & Communication * Religious * Life Transitions * Couples & Parenting * Adolescents & Elderly Populations She provides both short-term counseling for immediate concerns such as stress management and lifestyle challenges, as well as in-depth therapy for processing trauma and complex emotional issues. Limited group therapy sessions are available. Mrs. Freymann accepts some insurance and can also provide a Superbill for you to submit to your insurance. Check with your insurance to see if they accept out-of-network providers if we do not accept your insurance.