Licensed to practice in California and accepts 59 insurances. Specializes in Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills and 10 more.
Melat Leikun
(she/her)
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About me
Hi, I’m Melat, and I’m passionate about helping people discover their strengths and create meaningful change in their lives. I know that starting therapy can feel overwhelming, so I work hard to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and supported. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and strength-based approaches to tailor our work to your unique needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, life transitions, or just feeling stuck, my goal is to help you find clarity, build confidence, and move toward the life you want
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
we’ll focus on understanding what brings you to therapy and what you hope to gain. You’ll have space to share at your own pace, and I’ll ask a few questions to get a clearer picture of your background and current challenges. Together, we’ll begin setting goals and explore how therapy can support you. I’ll also explain how our sessions work and answer any questions you may have. Most importantly, this is a safe, judgment-free space where your story is honored and your growth is supported.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I bring warmth, curiosity, and deep presence to every session. Clients often share that they feel truly seen and heard in our work together. I’m skilled at creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where difficult emotions and complex experiences can be explored with compassion. I tailor therapy to each individual, drawing from evidence-based approaches while staying attuned to your unique needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or relationship challenges, I offer thoughtful guidance and steady support to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Individuals who are ready to explore new perspectives and take steps toward positive change, even if they’re feeling uncertain about where to start. I work best with people who are motivated to build on their strengths, develop coping skills, and work collaboratively toward their goals. Many of my clients are navigating life transitions, managing anxiety or stress, or seeking greater self-confidence and clarity. I especially enjoy working with clients who value a supportive, goal-focused approach and are open to exploring both challenges and solutions.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Other specialties
Domestic Violence
Grief
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Personality Disorders
Self Esteem
Serious Mental Illness
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Identifies as
Person of Color (POC)
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Anthem
Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Cash - $100 per session
Centivo
Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Scripps Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Sutter Health Plan
IHSS Healthy Workers
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Experienced in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address anxiety, depression and maladaptive behaviors through cognitive restructuring , behavioral activation and client-centered skill building.
Strength-Based
Experienced in integrating strength-based therapy focusing on identifying and amplifying clients' existing skills, resources and resilience to promote empowerment and sustainable change.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Experienced in utilizing solution focused brief therapy to help clients identifying strengths, set clear goals and implement practical strategies for achieving meaningful changes in short timeframe