I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's Degree from University of Southern California (USC).
I have over 25 years of experience helping people from a range of backgrounds move through challenges to transform their lives. I am trained in and may utilize concepts from Reiki, Emotional Anatomy, EFT, Yoga, Meditation and Breathwork.
I work with adults who are ready to change.
Oftentimes my clients come to me because they are feeling stuck or experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship dissatisfaction work stress and/or general life stress. I help in identifying and changing ineffective behavior patterns and core beliefs; assist in increasing self awareness, and ultimately in transforming levels of consciousness.
I incorporate a variety of modalities, including:
Positive Psychology,
Concentration Training, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Meditation, Yoga, and Performance Coaching.
I encourage participation in proper nutrition, exercise and other disciplines as indicated to assist in achieving desired outcomes. I believe in a collaborative, holistic approach to healing.
"I've never stayed with a therapist for more than a few sessions; didn't like any of them, didn't trust them. I trust Melissa." - Vietnam Veteran (therapy client)
"I had a chaotic family life and didn't know it was possible to be still, to feel safe, and to be at peace within myself and in the world. Melissa taught me so much" - Master's degree student (therapy client)
"I had terrible boundaries. Melissa helped me understand how my core beliefs from childhood were negatively impacting my relationships and my work. She taught me how to overcome them and feel empowered. My effectiveness at work and in my life improved so much" - Director (corporate client)
"Melissa helped me navigate through a time of serious difficulty in running my start-up. I was so frustrated. I was on a limited budget, some of my employees were really under-functioning, communication was challenging. Melissa helped my organization through company-wide training and through individual coaching sessions. Our communication is much better, my employees are functioning at the level I need them to and we are growing to be more profitable" - CEO (corporate client)
"I was so depressed and anxious due to some serious family stuff I had going on. Melissa was really easy to talk to and she helped me find ways to lift my depression and settle my anxiety. I am free from both now and I am so proud of myself for going to therapy". - Husband/father (therapy client)
Please send a message or call to schedule an appointment.
All appointments are remote/tele-health.
By Appointment