About Dr. Melanie Albers
Dr. Albers is a Licensed Psychologist specializing in therapy and assessment for children, adolescents, and young adults. She has expertise in the evaluation and treatment of learning, mood, social, and behavioral problems and disorders, including dyslexia, anxiety, autism, and ADHD, and she has worked across a variety of settings, including public and private schools, and private practice.
Dr. Albers earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Georgia and educational specialist (Ed.S.) and doctorate (Ph.D.) degrees in School Psychology at the University of South Florida. During her doctoral training, she participated in published research on the mental health of children and adolescents, and her doctoral dissertation focused on the promotion of adolescents’ well-being. Upon completion of her doctoral degree, she and her husband relocated to Greenville, SC, where she began working with Greenville County Schools. Her work in the school setting centered on supporting students’ learning and social-emotional functioning through psychoeducational assessments; consultation with families and school professionals; and the development of academic, behavioral, and social interventions, including IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) and 504 Plans. In addition to her work in schools, Dr. Albers completed her post-doctoral residency hours in a private practice setting under the supervision of Thomas Thorsheim, Ph.D. in Greenville and became licensed in 2014. Since then, she has provided psychological assessment, individual and group therapy, and parent consultation in a private practice setting.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Albers enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children.
About Mary Mitchell Morris, Doctoral Student
Mary Mitchell is a third year Educational Psychology graduate student at the University of Georgia. Under the supervision of Dr. Albers, Mary Mitchell sees adolescents for virtual therapy. Before starting her doctoral program, Mary Mitchell earned her undergraduate degree (B.S. in Psychology) at the University of Georgia and worked as a college adviser through the Georgia College Advising Corps (GCAC). During her time as a college adviser, Mary Mitchell mentored and assisted high school adolescents as they navigated the college application process. As a graduate student, Mary Mitchell has received training in and performed comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for children and adolescents (ages 5-18) with learning, behavioral, and/or attentional concerns as well as provided treatment recommendations for home and school settings. In addition to her practicum with Greenville Child Psychology, Mary Mitchell is gaining experience working in elementary and middle school settings through her practicum in Walton County, GA. Her research interests include social networks, peer relations, and student wellbeing.