11/01/2025
Murphy Psychological Services is expanding! Excited to introduce two new pre-licensed mental health counselors who are joining the practice this month.
Melissa Charron Jarest, M.A., is a clinical mental health counselor (under supervision) and certified life coach offering telehealth services to adults navigating seasons of change. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next steps, Melissa provides a safe and supportive space to reconnect with your inner strength and clarity. Her work centers on whole-person wellness, emphasizing the connection between mind and body for meaningful, lasting healing.
Melissa specializes in self-worth and self-esteem, life transitions, and goal setting for personal growth. Her approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered, blending clinical training with life coaching techniques, mindfulness practices, somatic awareness, and practical tools to support each journey
Filiz Wright, EdS.., is a pre-licensed mental health clinician and school psychologist who provides counseling for children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, ADHD, and learning differences.
Her counseling approach is relational, evidence-based, and integrative, grounded in an understanding that each individual’s story and development are unique. Filiz draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, and person-centered, nervous-system-informed interventions to foster emotional awareness, coping skills, and resilience. With years of experience in schools and community settings, Filiz is passionate about helping clients build regulation, confidence, and connection within themselves and their relationships. Her practice is guided by warmth, curiosity, and collaboration, meeting each client where they are and supporting growth at their own pace.
Outside of her work, Filiz enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, hiking, and camping across New England. She also speaks Turkish and values bringing a multicultural perspective to her practice.
At Murphy Psychological Services, we believe that therapy should be as unique as the person seeking it. Rooted in evidence-based practices and guided by genuine human connection, we offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore, heal, and grow. Our team of licensed psychologists provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals ages 5 and up, supporting a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
Our therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with client-centered and integrated methods, ensuring your experience is tailored to your individual needs, strengths, and goals. Whether you're navigating depression or anxiety, adjusting to major life transitions, or exploring aspects of gender identity and sexuality, we’re here to walk alongside you with compassion and respect.
We specialize in:
Depression – finding hope and rebuilding meaning in daily life
Anxiety – managing overwhelm, fear, and uncertainty
Life Transitions – embracing change and discovering new paths
Gender Affirmation – supporting identity exploration and authentic living
Sexuality Exploration – fostering self-acceptance and deeper understanding
Our therapists are committed to creating a safe, affirming space where all identities are honored, and your voice leads the way. Whether you’re seeking clarity, coping tools, or simply someone to listen without judgment, we’re here for you.
Let’s work together to help you reconnect with yourself and live more fully.
With us, you will…Learn. Heal. Thrive
**We are able to work with clients in ME and NH currently via telehealth and are paneled with several major insurance providers. We also offer a self pay option!**
