Mental Health & Wellness Care
Melané Psychiatry & Wellness offers culturally responsive mental health care for children and adults, including support for anxiety, ADHD, and emotional wellness.
Virtual and in-office appointments available in Memphis and the surrounding tri-state area.
The Meaning Behind Melané (pronounced meh-LAH-nay)
The name Melané was inspired by the beauty, resilience, and strength rooted within melanated communities, and the ability to overcome, nurture, create, and continue showing up with grace through life’s challenges. Melané represents the belief that even through life’s most difficult seasons, restoration, renewal, and becoming are still possible.
Every person deserves care that not only supports their mental and physical wellness, but also reminds them that they are worthy of being cared for, poured into, and prioritized too. That is the heart behind Melané.
Hi, I’m Lenise, founder of Melané Psychiatry & Wellness. I’m a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a passion for creating a space where people feel genuinely cared for, understood, and never alone in what they are carrying.
Throughout my journey in healthcare, I’ve seen how many people silently carry the weight of life’s constant pressures while still trying to be everything for everyone else. That is what inspired me to create something different.
Melané was built from the belief that healing starts with human connection. I wanted to create a space where people feel safe enough to be vulnerable, honest, and fully themselves without fear of judgment — a space where compassion comes first, where your story matters, and where you are met with understanding rather than shame or stigma.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, stress, life transitions, or simply trying to reconnect with yourself, my goal is to walk alongside you with empathy, encouragement, and care that feels genuine.
More than anything, I want every person who comes to Melané to feel truly seen, heard, valued, and supported. You deserve a space where healing feels safe, compassionate, and possible — and where you are reminded that you are worthy of care, worthy of rest, worthy of healing, and worthy of being poured back into too.
Here, you do not have to have it all together to deserve support. You do not have to show up perfectly or have all the right words. Whether you are having a great day or meeting with me wrapped in a blanket after a long week, you are still deserving of care.
Support tailored to your individual needs.
**Documentation is provided only after clinical evaluation and when medically appropriate.
SERVICES
Services tailored to mental health, wellness, and lifestyle needs with personalized treatment plans designed around each individual.
Required intake and consent forms will be sent separately via email and must be completed prior to your evaluation. Appointments may be canceled or rescheduled if forms are not completed before your visit. If you do not receive your forms within 24 hours, please check your spam folder or contact our office.
Our Weight Loss & Wellness program integrates medical oversight, behavioral insight, and metabolic health to support safe, sustainable results — because this is about more than just weight loss.
This is a safe, judgment-free space where your concerns will be taken seriously and your care will be tailored specifically to you.
WHY MELANÉ
Care designed to help patients feel more supported, balanced, and confident in their everyday lives.
Healing begins when you give yourself permission to prioritize your well-being. You deserve this.
Helpful information about appointments, services, and treatment at Melané Psychiatry & Wellness, including virtual and in-office care.
Melané Psychiatry & Wellness provides care for both children and adults, seeing patients ages 6 and up. For minors, a parent or legal guardian must be present and involved in scheduling and treatment planning.
We treat a range of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and stress-related concerns, along with medical weight management.
Melané Psychiatry & Wellness offers both virtual and in-office appointments. Virtual visits are available to patients located in Tennessee at the time of their appointment. In-office visits are available for patients regardless of location.
Initial evaluations typically last 45–60 minutes, and follow-up appointments are usually 30 minutes.
Your first visit is a comprehensive evaluation where we discuss your history, current concerns, and goals. Together, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan.
Yes, when clinically appropriate. Controlled substances, including certain ADHD medications, are prescribed based on a thorough evaluation and ongoing monitoring in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Melané Psychiatry & Wellness specializes in psychiatric evaluation and medication management, with brief supportive therapy incorporated into visits as needed. If you already have an outside therapist, we're happy to coordinate care with them for a more comprehensive treatment approach.
Documentation such as ESA letters, FMLA forms, and accommodations are provided only after a clinical evaluation and when medically appropriate.
At this time, Melané Psychiatry & Wellness operates as a self-pay practice. However, we can provide a superbill upon request that you may submit directly to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Reimbursement is not guaranteed and depends on your individual insurance plan.
A superbill is a detailed receipt of services that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. If your plan includes out-of-network benefits, you may receive partial reimbursement directly from your provider.
Appointment availability varies, but we strive to offer timely access to care. You can view availability and book directly online.
Still have questions?
We’re here to help. Reach out or schedule an appointment to get started.
Copyright © 2026 Melané Psychiatry & Wellness, PLLC. Powered by AnjuChawla with love.
The information on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing this website or contacting Melané Psychiatry & Wellness does not establish a provider-patient relationship. Services are provided virtually and only in states where the provider is licensed. Melané Psychiatry & Wellness does not provide emergency or crisis services. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Treatment, medications, and documentation are provided only when clinically appropriate. Please avoid submitting sensitive medical information through unsecured forms or email.
