Krystle Coons-Melanson, MHC

Clinician | they/them
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Cancer

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Capricorn

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Pisces

Ask me about…

My kitties, or drag shows!

Clinical Interests:

Working with the LGBTQIA+/ trans/ non-binary population, trauma/ PTSD, working with folks going through/ dying of cancer and needing end of life support, grief, Autism Spectrum Disorder, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, anxiety.

Language(s) spoken:

English

What brought you into this field?

While being crowned Mr. Northampton, in a local drag pageant, I met a teenager who sought advice about being non-binary from me. This teen made me leave the hospitality industry that I was in and enter into counseling- my true calling in life. I have always wanted to leave an imprint in this world and know I made a difference in someone’s life. This career allows me to do that in such a meaningful way.

Counseling style:

As a trans identified, queer, non-binary person- I use an eclectic style which consists of many modalities. I want to provide a safe space that is gender affirming, sex/kink/ body positive, and BIPOC allied that allows you the space to participate in therapy in the way that works best for YOU. I will challenge you when needed but will always fiercely support you.

Modalities:

Relational, Person-Centered, Strength-Based, Humanistic, Multicultural, DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, Buddhist, Narrative, ACT, Developmental, Motivational Interviewing, Art and Music Therapy, Compassion Focused, Family Systems, Gestalt, Play Therapy, Polyvagal, TF-CBT, Yoga Therapy, Interpersonal, Behavioral, Positive, Solution-Focused, Somatic, and  Expressive Arts.

Specializations:

Queer/ Trans population.
Oncology Counseling, Trauma/ PTSD, Mood/ Personality/ & Psychotic Disorders, Anxiety, and ASD.

Education:

Westfield State University, MA in Mental Health Counseling, Summa Cum Laude
Westfield State University, BA in Psychology, Magna Cum Laude

Past Experience:

I have a history of working at Youth Villages- a company that provided acute, intensive, in-home therapy with families at risk and under DCF services as a Family Intervention Specialist. I also worked as a Lifeset Specialist where i assisted transitional age youth with independent living. 

I also worked at West Central Family & Counseling as a Mental Health Clinician. I provided high quality outpatient services. I worked with a wide range of populations and presenting reasons for coming to therapy.

Trainings:

Collaborative Problem Solving, Crisis Intervention