Mel Gomez-Erickson (they/them/theirs) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. They believe that everyone can benefit from therapy in some way, and that therapy is not a ‘one size fits all’ field. As a therapist, Mel has training in EMDR, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and multiple other treatment modalities. They also incorporate their knowledge of psychology, education strategies, and popular culture to enhance the therapeutic process by providing clients the space to explore their presenting concerns through a lens that is easily understood and relatable.
Mel has seen the distinct lack of knowledge and understanding about the needs of the kink and consensual non-monogamy communities, especially among mental health professionals, and they strive to work toward changing that. They've been working with members of the kink, BDSM, and consensual non-monogamy communities since 2019. From a clinical standpoint, Mel believes that kink and consensual non-monogamy are not inherently pathological, nor are they signs of dysfunction that need to be addressed and change.
Mel is happy to be a part of a mental health agency in Orlando that has multiple clinicians who are knowledgeable of the many facets of kink, bdsm, and consensual non-monogamy as well as best practices in providing affirming therapy for members of those communities.
Mel is located in Orlando and offers in person and telehealth sessions. Through telehealth, Mel is able to work with clients throughout the state of Florida.