Meet Melissa

Melissa Montrose, MSW, LICSW, LCSW

Immigrant. Advocate. Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Just like you, I am an immigrant. I came to the United States in 2015 from Australia and was able to find sponsorship with a work visa but it was not a straightforward process for me to obtain my green card. I understand personally the emotional and financial costs of trying to stay permanently in the US and the complexities of the immigration system.

When we work together, you won’t just get a trained clinical social worker, you will get someone who truly understands what you are going through.

I will carefully consider your story and hope to help your situation and look forward to being a part of your journey.

I am licensed to provide immigration evaluations in Washington State, Louisiana and Texas.

Credentials & professional background

🏛️ Licensure

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) – Washington State

Licensed clinical social worker - Louisiana and Texas

🎓 Education

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) Advanced Practice graduating with distinction – Charles Sturt University, NSW, Australia
  • Bachelor of Social Work (Honors) – Charles Sturt University, NSW, Australia

    Bachelor of Community Welfare – University of Western Sydney, NSW, Australia

đź§  Clinical training

  • 2022 : Georgia King – Mastering Immigration Evaluations
  • 2024 : National Organization of Forensic Social Work – Immigration Certificate Program
     

đź’Ľ Experience

  • Over 6 years as a licensed independent clinical social worker in private practice. 
  • Extensive experience with over two decades in child welfare; crisis and family support.

🧡 Professional interests

  • Empowering immigrants through storytelling and mental health advocacy.
  • Supporting children, women and families facing life transitions.

Start with a free 15 minute consultation

No pressure, no obligation—just clarity and support from someone who gets it.