The Team
Who We Are
Dr. Giselle Melendez, DSW, LCSW
Founder & Clinical Director, DGN Warm & Caring Psychotherapy
Dr. Giselle Melendez is the founder and Clinical Director of DGN Warm & Caring Psychotherapy, where she provides compassionate, evidence-based care for adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. With over a decade of clinical and supervisory experience, she integrates CBT, trauma-informed care, and psychodynamic approaches to support meaningful and sustainable growth. Her therapeutic style is warm, direct, and collaborative, and she is dedicated to creating a safe, empowering space where clients feel heard, supported, and equipped with practical tools to thrive.
Jasmine Figueroa, LMSW
Clinician
Jasmine Figueroa, LMSW is a licensed therapist who is passionate about helping people of all ages heal, grow, and find clarity. She offers telehealth services and supports clients facing challenges such as anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Jasmine uses a strengths-based and client-centered approach while integrating CBT, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused strategies into sessions. She strives to create a warm and welcoming environment where clients feel heard, valued, and supported.
We are licensed mental health providers in the state of New York. We work with clients with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD.We also help many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. Our counseling style is warm and interactive. We believe in treating everyone with dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Our approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, rational-emotive counseling, motivational, and solution-focused therapy. Our team is growing and we will have more therapy options. Just inquire at DrMelendez@gnpsychotherapy.com or call us at 516-693-2389.