Melissa Weinstein

Graduate Level Intern

Pronouns: She / Her

Melissa is a counseling intern and student currently working towards her master’s in clinical mental health counseling at The Chicago School in Washington, D.C. Melissa is passionate about helping children and teens by providing a safe space where they can discuss daily life stressors in a caring, judgment-free place.

During sessions, she strives to ensure that each client feels seen and heard and, in turn, develops skills to get in touch with and express their inner worlds. Prior to her master’s program, Melissa completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology at George Mason University. During her time there, Melissa worked as an assistant teacher at a Montessori school, working with children ages 18 months to 12 years old, focusing on growing children’s real-world skills and eagerness for learning.

Melissa loves to bake, sings different genres of music, and enjoys embroidering. In her free time, you will find her attending concerts of her favorite artists, going to amusement parks, and reading new books. She is an avid fan of all things Harry Potter, Disney, and Taylor Swift.

Office Locations: Alexandria & Falls Church

“Dr. Amy brings together the best emotion-focused strategies with cutting-edge brain science to change the lives of children and families”

— Parent of adopted twin girls

“Thank you very much for testing my child and getting us the report so quickly. We know how busy you are and appreciate the rapid response. We are grateful for your time. It has made a difference in my child’s schooling, and I can’t thank you enough! Yea, Wise Family!

PS. I have even used the triangle breathing technique I read about on your office door recently. You make a difference in all kinds of large and small ways.”

— Parent of 9 year old testing client

“I don’t think we could survive our kid without The Wise Family. Our clinician is so patient and such a compassionate person. She helps our child feel so in control of his body, and us so in control of our parenting.”

— Parent of 6 year old client

“Supporting the mental health of the kids and teens in our community is one of the most challenging and also one of the most important jobs anyone could have. And I see your team doing it with both skill and enthusiasm.Our family could not be more fortunate to have found your practice 3 years ago.

Our kids are growing up but we still keep your number on our phone and we know we can reach out to your team if we need it. We tell everyone who asks about the WISE people at The Wise Family.

Thank you for doing what you do for so many people.”—from the parent of two former clients (siblings)

— Parent of two former clients (siblings)

Meet the Family