In observance of Memorial Day, Adelante Healthcare will be closed Monday, May 25, and will reopen Tuesday, May 26. For medical emergencies, please call 911.

Melissa Strader, LMSW

Behavioral Health, Integrated Care

Why did you become a provider?

I have always been drawn to help people. I feel motivated and successful knowing I’ve played my part to make a positive difference in the lives of the people in my community.

If you could be anything else, what would it be?

Attorney. I almost went to Law School.

Do you have children? If so, what are their ages?

I have two daughters who are both in elementary school; keeping up with them keeps me busy!

Do you have hobbies or a way you would like to spend your time away from work?

My family is the most important thing to me, and I enjoy all the adventures we take together. We love going to the zoo, hiking, weekend trips, watching movies and coloring/crafting..

Do you have a favorite book, movie or TV show?  

Books: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, I Know This Much is True by Wally Lamb, A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara.