Melanie Roum , LCSW

Melanie Roum is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana with 15 years of professional experience. As an LCSW she draws on advanced training in clinical social work to support people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, substance use concerns, and depression, helping them move toward stronger day-to-day functioning and greater wellbeing.

She works from a strengths-based perspective and views each person as the expert of their own story. Melanie emphasizes the practical resources clients already have, and partners with them to build on those strengths when addressing challenges such as relationship and family struggles, grief and loss, parenting concerns, and coping with life changes. She encourages clients to celebrate small steps and to approach change with courage and intention.

Melanie integrates evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to tailor treatment to individual needs. She also notes a personal belief in the value of the Bible as a resource for overcoming difficulties and expresses willingness to guide clients who find that perspective meaningful.

Her approach blends practical skills training with compassionate support, aimed at empowering people to make sustainable changes and improve their quality of life.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Melanie uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-based, often used for anxiety, depression, and everyday stressors.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult emotions while taking committed action toward meaningful goals. ACT can be helpful for those struggling with avoidance, chronic stress, or life transitions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships. It is particularly useful for intense emotions, interpersonal conflict, and patterns of impulsive behavior.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melanie collaborates with clients to determine which strategies fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods as progress unfolds.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for scheduling and lets clients engage from wherever they are. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access timely support, and practice new skills between sessions with licensed professionals and therapists.