Melissa Oleshansky

Melissa Oleshansky, PhD, RYT ("Dr. O") is a Fully Licensed Clinical Health Psychologist, Life Coach, Certified and Registered Hatha Yoga Instructor, and Educator. Dr. O has earned a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Health Psychology and two Master's Degrees, one in Clinical Psychology and one in School and Community Educational Psychology. She also holds a certification in Yoga Teaching and Philosophy. Dr. O works as the Senior Staff Psychologist/Clinical Supervisor and the Director of the Mind/Body Program at an outpatient behavioral health clinic. Since 1998, she has worked with individuals through the Life Span taking a personalized approach to growth and healing in the mind and body. She primarily works with Adults who suffer from Stress, Anxiety, and Depression. She has had extensive experience and training in the areas of ADHD, OCD, Trauma, Addiction, Disordered Eating, Chronic Pain, Sleep Disturbance, and Relationship Discord. With her clinical expertise in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health Psychology, Positive Psychology, and Yoga Philosophy, Dr. O works holistically with individuals to restore energy and a sense of purpose, to gain more insight and wisdom in mastering the body's response to stress, strengthening self-care in the midst of chaotic times, and to learn new and innovative evidence-based skills for mental wellness. She works collaboratively with the Prescribers and Medical Nutritionists to offer an integrative approach for optimal mental and physical health. When she is not working in the capacity of Clinical Psychology, she teaches Hatha Yoga classes and is an Adjunct Psychology Professor. When working with students, Dr. O is passionate about helping individuals feel confident and empowered to create the life that they desire and deserve to have. She takes a smart, direct, nonjudgmental, and compassionate approach to teaching.