Melissa was born in southern Oklahoma and raised in Ringling, where she graduated high school in 2005. She graduated from East Central University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree, with a minor in business. Melissa continued her education at East Central University and obtained her Master of Science in Psychological Services in 2011. She completed her supervision requirements in 2013, earning her LPC, and has since been practicing as a licensed professional counselor. She enjoys being outdoors, staying physically active, and reading good books.