Back to Search
MA

Melanie Ashford

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

mental health Tampa, FL Va Hospital
j.doe@example.com linkedin.com/in/...
Reveal Contact Info
Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
17 years at Va Hospital
Gender
Female
Connections
28
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Melanie Ashford is one of them.
  • 3,127 mental health professionals are based in FL (out of 96,789 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 374 contacts at Va Hospital are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical mental health compensation in FL: $38,000 – $96,000 (median $56,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in FL: Sole Proprietor (143), U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs (76), Private Practice (49).
  • 6% of mental health professionals in FL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 84% of mental health professionals in FL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University Of South Florida
Masters
2003
About Va Hospital
Industry
Government
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
va.gov
Office Location
Tampa, FL
Professional Overview

Melanie Ashford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, currently affiliated with Va Hospital, based in Tampa, FL. As a mental health, Ashford contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Tampa, FL. They have been with Va Hospital for 17 years. Ashford holds academic credentials, including Masters, from University Of South Florida. Va Hospital operates in the Government sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Tampa, FL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting mental health

Healthcare professionals with mental health expertise are recruited nationwide. Direct outreach via verified email and phone produces significantly faster placements than relying on job boards or passive candidates. HealthTal's database provides personal contact data verified against NPI and state licensing records.

Browse all mental health professionals →

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melanie Ashford located?
Melanie Ashford is based in Tampa, FL. They are currently affiliated with Va Hospital.
What is Melanie Ashford's specialty?
Melanie Ashford specializes in mental health. Their current role is Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where does Melanie Ashford currently work?
Melanie Ashford currently works at Va Hospital. They have been there for 17 years.
What is Melanie Ashford's educational background?
Melanie Ashford attended University Of South Florida.
How do I contact Melanie Ashford for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Melanie Ashford. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in FL?
mental health professionals in FL typically earn $38,000 to $96,000 annually, with a median of $56,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

Similar Professionals in FL

LF
Lidia Fernandezgroff
Reg Mental Health Counselor Int
Lakeland, FL
LJ
Lisa Jurgevich
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Tampa, FL
ZB
Zakiyyah Bell
Mental Health Counselor
Monticello, FL
DB
Dianne Bronzini
Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Certified Addiction Professional
Boca Raton, FL
SS
Stacy Savage
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Palm Coast, FL
AM
Anita Morris
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Jacksonville, FL
MR
Marci Rasnickshemaria
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Certified Addiction Professional Substance Abuse Professional
Pensacola, FL
JW
Joni Winstead
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Gulf Breeze, FL