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Meet Melissa Jackson, LCSW | Body & Mind Renewal Psychiatry
Therapy for Trauma · ADHD · Anxiety · Emotional Eating · Burnout

Heal the patterns.Reclaim your life.

Trauma-informed therapy for adults who are ready to understand themselves — not just manage symptoms.

Melissa Jackson, LCSW, seated at her desk in the Body & Mind Renewal Psychiatry office
Melissa Jackson, LCSW
Trauma & EMDR Therapist

Maybe everyone sees you as the one who has it all together. You’re successful. Dependable. The one everyone turns to.

Yet behind closed doors, you’re overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, constantly overthinking — or using food to cope with stress.

“Why do I keep repeating the same patterns?”
“Why can’t I just get it together?”

The answer isn’t that you’re broken. Sometimes today’s struggles are connected to experiences your nervous system learned years ago. Healing begins by understanding those patterns — not judging them.

A quiet gut-check

Does this sound like you?

I struggle with ADHD and feel overwhelmed by everyday responsibilities.
I emotionally eat or binge eat when I’m stressed.
I constantly overthink everything.
I feel guilty when I rest.
I’ve experienced childhood trauma or difficult relationships.
I feel anxious even when life seems “good.”
I’m burned out from taking care of everyone else.
Medication has helped — but I know I need therapy too.

If two or more of these hit close to home, it might be time to talk to someone.

Melissa Jackson, LCSW portrait
Meet your therapist

Melissa Jackson, LCSW

Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy for adults seeking meaningful healing.

Her goal isn’t simply to help you manage symptoms. She helps you understand the emotional experiences and life patterns contributing to anxiety, overwhelm, emotional eating, relationship struggles, and burnout.

Melissa creates a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to move toward lasting emotional wellness.

EMDR-Informed Treatment
How we work together

Areas of focus

Trauma Recovery

  • Childhood trauma
  • Relationship trauma
  • PTSD
  • Life transitions & grief
  • EMDR-informed treatment

ADHD in Adults

  • Executive functioning
  • Emotional regulation
  • Time management
  • Self-esteem
  • Perfectionism

Anxiety & Burnout

  • For professionals & healthcare workers
  • For parents & caregivers
  • For women trying to do it all
  • Healthier boundaries
  • Reconnecting with yourself

Emotional & Binge Eating

Food often becomes a coping strategy — not because you’re weak, but because it temporarily relieves emotional distress. Together, therapy explores the emotional patterns behind stress eating, binge eating, and self-sabotaging behaviors, while developing healthier ways to cope.

Women’s Mental Health

  • Career stress
  • Motherhood
  • Relationship challenges
  • Identity changes
  • People pleasing

Whole Person Care

A unique benefit of Body & Mind Renewal Psychiatry is collaborative treatment. When appropriate, Melissa works alongside your psychiatric provider to coordinate therapy and medication management. You don’t have to navigate healing alone.

The process

What therapy looks like

One

Your story

We begin by understanding where you’ve been and what’s brought you here.

Two

The patterns

We identify emotional patterns, past experiences, and current challenges.

Three

The tools

We develop practical tools to improve daily functioning while addressing deeper wounds.

Four

The relationships

We build healthier relationships — with yourself, and with others.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept insurance?
Yes. Appointments may be scheduled using insurance through Headway. Verify your insurance & check availability →
Do you offer virtual appointments?
Yes. Melissa provides secure telehealth therapy throughout Texas.
What are Melissa’s current appointment hours?
Due to high demand, Melissa is currently seeing new clients on Tuesday evenings from 6–9 PM. Reach out and we’ll do our best to find a time that fits your schedule.
Do I need a psychiatric provider to see Melissa?
No. Therapy may be scheduled independently. If psychiatric care becomes appropriate, our providers work collaboratively within the practice.
Is therapy helpful if I have ADHD?
Absolutely. Medication can improve attention and focus, while therapy helps develop emotional regulation, executive functioning skills, and healthier coping strategies.
Can therapy help with emotional eating?
Yes. Many people use food to cope with stress, anxiety, or overwhelming emotions. Therapy can help identify contributing emotional patterns and develop healthier coping strategies.
Currently accepting new clients for Tuesday evenings, 6–9 PM, as Melissa’s caseload allows.

Insurance Accepted

Schedule online using your insurance through Headway.

Book Using Insurance

Cash Pay

Prefer to self-pay? Call or text our office and we’ll set up your appointment directly.

Call 281-436-9684
You deserve more than simply getting through the day.

Heal. Grow. Thrive.