Within Range Counseling and Consultation Services, PLLC
Psychologist, Psy.D., EMDRIA™ Certified Clinician, 🐴Equine Assisted-EMDR
In-Person in Cocoa, FL
In-Person in Melbourne, FL
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Within Range Counseling and Consultation Services, PLLC is a very small specialized practice focused on goal-oriented, equine facilitated psychotherapy (EFP), and short-term therapy. Dr. Melissa Jenkins-Fernández, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist in Florida and supports pathways forward out of the muck and mire of life through various modalities. She often draws inspiration from and integrates the equines' various approaches to life's deserts, valleys, and hilltops into the therapy arena.
Client Focus
Session Format: Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen, Young Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Equine-Assisted Therapy (Horse Therapy) Involves interactions with horses to support emotional awareness and growth. It can build trust, confidence, and calmness.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: Use this encrypted inquiry link to schedule a free 15-minute consultation https://hushforms.com/contact_withinrangecounseling.com
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $200 to $250
- Out of Network
- A superbill is provided after the session for client to submit to their insurance company for reimbursement options
Education & Credentials
Within Range Counseling and Consultation Services, PLLC Psy.D., EMDRIA™ Certified Clinician, 🐴Equine Assisted-EMDR
- Female
- License # PY12372
- Licensed in FL
- PSYPACT Mobility # 4660
- Practicing Since 2006
Within Range Counseling and Consultation Services, PLLC Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Cocoa, FL and Melbourne, FL
- Available Online for residents of PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Online Therapy Details: Telepsychology (virtual) is offered on a secure HIPAA compliant platform
Certifications: EQUUSOMA® (Level 1) Horse-Human Trauma Recovery with integration of Somatic Experiencing® in human-equine relationships, EquiLateral® EMDR (Equine Assisted EMDR), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) with Certification through EMDR International Association (EMDRIA™), Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning: Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) Mental Health Professional & Equine Specialist with Individual Military Provider Designation, and O.K. Corral “Red” Series Mental Health Clinician in Crisis-Management Training. 🥕🐴Adjunct Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) sessions are for clients who are already in psychotherapy and a referral from your therapist is required to ensure a good fit to complement the work already being done in your therapy. EFP is a ground-based interaction with equines while honoring each person's and equine's nervous systems, connections, and participation levels. ☀️🌴In-person 🐴EFP is offered in a peaceful pasture in Cocoa, Florida 🌴from the months of August to May.