Melissa Madeson, Ph.D.

About Melissa

Dr. Melissa Madeson has a holistic approach to mental health and relationship counseling.

With a passion for helping and teaching others, she utilizes a bottom-up approach to help clients feel grounded and centered, get in touch with their body, and connect to themselves on a deeper level.

As a certified yoga teacher and university professor, she incorporates the wisdom of the body into work with clients.

A Personal Message From Melissa

I believe that all humans deserve to live life to the fullest and experience the healing power of connection. Many people struggle to achieve that sense of connection, and that’s why therapy is such a powerful tool. It’s a chance to model the kind of relationships that people want to see in their lives. That’s why I specialize in helping couples and individuals strengthen their relationship bonds and learn new ways of loving one another.

Work Experience

• LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor): Kaleidoscope Behavioral Health
• Associate Professor: Hardin Simmons University
• Yoga Therapist: Fit & Faithful Wellness

First- and Second-Author Publications

• Madeson, M. (2019). Mindfulness in life: An approach to avoiding regret. Journal of yoga physical therapy and rehabilitation.
• Ruot, C., Kelso, B., Edwards, L., & Madeson, M. (2015). The relationship of upper extremity isokinetic strength to javelin throwing: A pilot study. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research; Supplement.
• Madeson, M. (2014). Review of “How to Stay Christian in College.” B. Buzzington. Journal of Education and Christian Belief, 20 (1).
• Madeson, M. (2013). Review of “Religion in Schools: Debating Issues in American Education,” Charles J. Russo (ed). Journal of Education and Christian Belief, 17(1).
• Madeson, M., Hultquist, C., & Cotter, A. (2010). A phenomenological investigation of women’s experiences with personal training. International Journal of Exercise Science, 3(3).
• Dickson, N., Ruot, C., Madeson, M., & Edwards, L. (2009). A descriptive and comparative study of physical and performance characteristics of NCAA Division II and Division III softball players. International Journal of Exercise Science, 2(1).
• Madeson, M. (2009). Eating disorders in men and women. ACSM FitSociety Newsletter.
• Fisher, L.A., & Madeson, M. (2008). “Put me in, coach!”: Sport, psychology, and young adolescent development. Invited chapter in Vince Anfara (Ed.), Handbook of Young Adolescent Research.