Dr. Melissa Case-Vincent
About Dr. Case-Vincent
I earned my Psy.D (a doctoral degree) in Counseling Psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio. I received extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of difficulties (e.g., ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, and autistic spectrum disorders, including Asperger’s Syndrome). I’ve delivered these services in a variety of settings, including public schools, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, community health clinics, juvenile probation, and child guidance centers. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at the Lewisville Independent School District, where I received additional training in assessment for special education eligibility, consultation, parent training, and therapy. My training also includes providing psychological services for Spanish speaking populations. Furthermore, I have provided career counseling/assessment and individual therapy for college students in a university counseling center. My extensive work with children, adolescents, and families in a variety of settings has provided me with a broad repertoire of clinical experience and familiarity with working with multiple systems. This background helps me to effectively serve the diverse needs of my clients.
Therapy Statement
My approach to therapy is interpersonal and collaborative. I strive to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with you that will better enable us to achieve your treatment goals. I have a strong interest in multicultural issues and working with diverse populations. For me, diversity not only consists of race or ethnicity but also consists of sexual orientation, gender, socioeconomic status, religious affiliation, age, and a myriad of other characteristics that make an individual unique. With this in mind, I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques and solution-focused therapy goals to develop an individual treatment plan with you in order to facilitate growth and change. My approach with children is from a family systems model, which emphasizes family relationships as an important factor to nurture change and development. I utilize play-based therapy along with CBT techniques with children and their families. When appropriate, I also consult with teachers in order to support the child in incorporating these skills outside of the therapy room.
Degrees
B.A. – 2003, The University of Texas at Austin
M.Ed. – 2004, The University of Texas at Austin
Psy.D. – 2011, Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio
Areas of Specialization
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties
- Learning Disabilities
- Autism Spectrum Disorders including Asperger’s Syndrome
- Individual and Family Counseling with Children and Adolescents