What Sets Edge Counseling Apart
Tailored Support
No two recovery journeys are alike. Our compassionate, licensed counselors collaborate with you to build a treatment plan that aligns with your goals, values, and life circumstances. Whether you're new to treatment or continuing your progress, we meet you where you are—with respect, empathy, and individualized care.
Flexible Scheduling
We understand the demands of daily life. Our virtual program offers convenient scheduling options—including early morning sessions—so you can prioritize your recovery without sacrificing your job, education, or family time.
Evidence-Based Tools & Resources
Our approach is grounded in proven counseling methods such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducation. You’ll also learn practical skills for:
Stress management
Relapse prevention
Building healthy coping strategies
Developing long-term recovery goals
100% Virtual Counseling
Your recovery, your space. With secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions, you can receive expert care from the comfort and privacy of your home—whether you're in Idaho or Oregon. All you need is a reliable internet connection and a desire to grow.
Ongoing Support & Recovery Community
Healing doesn’t stop after treatment ends. We offer continued support through regular check-ins, relapse prevention planning, and access to a recovery community where you can find connection and encouragement from others who understand your path.
Begin Your Journey Today
If you're ready to take that first step toward a healthier, substance-free future, Edge Counseling is here to support you—on your terms, in your time. Whether you’re managing a full schedule or looking for a discreet, judgment-free space to begin recovery, we’re here to walk beside you.
Schedule your initial assessment today and start building the life you deserve.
Meet Melissa – Your Partner in Recovery
Hi, I’m Melissa.
As a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (ICADC) with over a decade of experience, I’m passionate about walking alongside individuals on their path to recovery. I know firsthand that healing from addiction requires not only clinical support, but also compassion, patience, and genuine human connection.
I’m certified through the Idaho Board of Alcohol/Drug Counselor Certification (IBADCC) and hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Waldorf University. I'm currently pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, continuing to deepen my ability to serve others.
Throughout my career, I’ve supported individuals from all walks of life—from teenagers to adults—across both outpatient and partial hospitalization settings. I understand the courage it takes to ask for help, and I approach each client with empathy, respect, and a belief in their capacity for growth.
At Edge Counseling, I’ve built a space where recovery fits into real life. Whether you're managing work, school, or family responsibilities, I offer flexible, online counseling that meets you where you are. My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered throughout your journey.
You don’t have to navigate this alone.
I’m here to support you every step of the way—offering guidance, encouragement, and care rooted in professionalism and heart.
My Approach
COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT)
CBT is a collaborative, structured approach that helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors associated with substance use. Together, we’ll explore how certain beliefs, triggers, and environments may be contributing to your use.
You'll learn:
How to recognize and replace distorted thoughts
Skills to manage cravings and avoid relapse
Ways to respond more adaptively to high-risk situations
Through self-monitoring and behavioral strategies, CBT empowers you to break free from the cycle of addiction and build healthier habits—laying the groundwork for long-term recovery.
I use a compassionate, evidence-based approach to support your recovery from substance use. Through both individual and group sessions, I incorporate proven therapeutic techniques designed to help you heal, grow, and regain control of your life.
Recovery is a deeply personal process, and I tailor our work together based on your unique needs, goals, and life experiences. The following therapies guide the work we do:
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT encourages you to stop fighting difficult thoughts and feelings, and instead, accept them as a natural part of life. By doing so, you gain the freedom to act in alignment with your values, even in the face of emotional pain.
ACT helps you:
Acknowledge painful emotions without judgment
Take meaningful action guided by your goals
Cultivate psychological flexibility and resilience
You’ll learn to live more purposefully—focusing on what matters most to you, not what’s most comfortable.
Motivational interviewing (MI)
MI is a person-centered, non-judgmental counseling style designed to help you explore and resolve ambivalence about change. It supports you in finding your own motivation to take action—without pressure or judgment.
With MI, we’ll focus on:
Eliciting your internal reasons for change
Strengthening your confidence and readiness
Empowering you to set and own your goals
My role is not to tell you what to do, but to partner with you in a respectful, supportive dialogue that activates your own strengths and values.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
DBT combines validation and change strategies to help you develop emotional regulation and mindfulness. This approach is especially effective in managing intense emotions, navigating conflict, and reducing impulsive behaviors like substance use.
In DBT, you’ll gain:
Mindfulness skills to increase self-awareness and presence
Techniques to tolerate distress without turning to substances
Tools to build healthier relationships and self-soothing practices
Mindfulness is a core component, helping you observe cravings, triggers, and behaviors with clarity rather than reactivity.
Empowered Healing, One Step at a Time
Using these integrated, evidence-based approaches, I’m here to guide you toward lasting recovery—on your terms, at your pace. Whether you're just beginning your journey or seeking continued support, you’ll find a safe, supportive space where real change is possible.