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I am a therapist, a professor, a researcher/writer, and an animal advocate. I have worked in a variety of settings both clinically and academically which are listed below. Check out my publications page to learn about my book, articles, and book chapters. 

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Education:

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PhD Counseling Psychology-University of Houston (APA Accredited)

BA-Psychology-Texas Tech University 

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Clinical Positions:

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-Private Practice-

Dr. Melissa Trevathan-Minnis, PLLC

-Flatwater Foundation-Austin, TX

-The Women's Growth Center- Baltimore, MD

-Loyola University Maryland Counseling Center-Baltimore, MD

-Towson University Counseling Center-Towson, MD

-Ben Taub General Hospital Psychiatric Services-Houston, TX

-University of St. Thomas Counseling and Disability Center-Houston, TX

-Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Administration Hospital

-University of Houston Clear Lake Counseling Center 

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Academic Positions:

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-National University Faculty,

Dissertation Chair, Gender and Sexual Fluidity Specialization Lead Faculty-San Diego, CA 

-Goddard College Faculty, Internship Coordinator, Sexual Orientation Concentration Coordinator Human Animal Interactions Studies Coordinator-Plainfield, VT

-McDaniel College Adjunct Faculty-Westminster, MD

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Additional Training:

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-Animal-Assisted Counseling Academy at Texas State University

-Consortium for Animal-Assisted Therapy at University of North Texas: Animal-Assisted Therapy Training

-Pet Partners Handler Course

-Gottman Couples Counseling Level II

-Gottman Advanced training in Affairs and Infidelity

-Ketamine-Assisted Therapy

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Additional Information:

In addition to my work I like to spend time with my partner and kids, and our dogs and Sulcata tortoise. We are usually fostering at least 1 dog, love to travel when possible, and try new restaurants.