Melissa Hinkle, LCSW

Melissa Hinkle, LCSW,, provides therapy and counseling services.

Ms. Melissa Hinkle received her undergraduate degree at The University of Miami of Florida, in 1988. She received her master’s degree from Norfolk State University in 1991.

She has worked in a variety of settings including community mental health care, hospitals, residential care, a detention center, and locally at Milestones. Ms. Hinkle uses play therapy, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and behavioral therapy. These therapies also include problem solving, social skills therapy, and solution focused therapy, and other approaches to meet the individual needs of each client.

She thoroughly enjoys working with children, teens and young adults, as well as parents. She has much experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and ADHD. Additionally, she also has experience behavior disorders, disruptive behavior disorders and Bipolar Disorder.

Ms. Melissa Hinkle is a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist and public speaker for Autism Spectrum Disorders, and for topics related to the adolescent brain and behavior.

She is the mother of four, two of whom she fostered prior to adoption. When not working Ms. Hinkle enjoys being with her kids, playing with her dog, and shopping.