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Kristan Melo, PsyD

Licensed Psychologist

Providing Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy

In-person in Garden City & Online Across New York

About

Welcome!

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My name is Dr. Kristan Melo.

I am a New York State Licensed Psychologist and a Certified School Psychologist dedicated to providing therapy to adults, teens, children, and families. I have over 10 years of experience working in the field of psychology. 

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I am a neurodivergent-affirming therapist.

I am also neurodivergent. 

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That means I value and embrace all the ways our brains work, all things that make us uniquely us.  I draw on lived experience as well as professional knowledge to help you. I will treat you as a whole person, understanding that your mental health is influenced by your brain's unique wiring, your environment, and your life circumstances. ​

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Whether you're seeking support for neurodevelopmental differences, anxiety, depression, life transitions,  mental wellness, or self-understanding, my goal is to help you thrive as your authentic self.

Headshot of Dr. Kristan Melo, a light-skinned woman with curly brown hair, smiling at the camera against a light purple backg

Offering in-person sessions in Garden City, NY and online sessions across New York State!

Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy Services

Autism-Affirming Therapy

If you're autistic, or think you might be, therapy is a space to explore who you are without masking or judgment. Together, we build tools for self-understanding, sensory and emotional support, and living in a world not always made for how you think, feel, or communicate.

ADHD-Affirming Therapy

If you have, or suspect you have ADHD, therapy can help you better understand your brain. Together, we build practical strategies for executive function, emotional regulation, and self-understanding, without the shame or pressure to “just try harder.”

Anxiety
Therapy

If anxiety is part of your life, therapy can help you understand what your brain and body are trying to tell you. Together, we build tools for calming your nervous system, untangling anxious thoughts, and creating more ease in how you move through the world.

Depression
Therapy

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or low, therapy can help you better understand your experience without judgment or pressure. Together, we build tools for self-compassion, emotional resilience, and finding meaning—even in difficult times.

Life Transitions Therapy

If you’re facing a big change or uncertainty in your life, therapy can provide a supportive  space to explore what’s next. Together, we’ll build clarity, develop coping skills, and strengthen your confidence to navigate transitions with greater ease, resilience, and self-trust.

Therapy for
Personal Growth

If you’re seeking greater balance and well-being, therapy can help you explore all areas of your life through the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. Together, we build personalized tools to support growth, resilience, and lasting mental wellness.

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