Mentor Moments Season Two
Story Moments: Everyone has a story to tell.
Our unique stories shape our lives and the individuals we become. This season Mentor Moments will feature individuals sharing their story moments. Each episode will illustrate how seemingly little life moments ultimately shaped our careers in ways that were unpredictable and personally fulfilling.
This episode we feature Melissa Rankin-Short. Currently she is employed at Marygrove as Director of Transitional and Independent Living and has worked there since graduating from Maryville's Rehabilitation Counseling program in 2012. In addition, she opened a private practice, InDEPTH Counseling, in 2020. Learn how Melissa has developed her skills in various positions at Maygrove and found ways to give back to the greater good. We hope you enjoy getting to know Melissa!
Melissa is the Director of Transitional Services at Marygrove. In this role, she oversees the Independent Living Program and the Therapeutic Foster Homes. Melissa has worked at Marygrove for almost 10 years. She also maintains a small private practice, In Depth Counseling, LLC. Outside of providing therapeutic services, Melissa enjoys spending her down time with her husband, their three dogs and her family and friends. She is always open to sharing about her professional experiences and providing space for others to express themselves, explore their own ideas and perspectives as they navigate their professional and personal paths.
Missouri Rehabilitation Association Eastern Chapter
Maryville University Rehabilitation Counseling