Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 10 insurances. Specializes in Life Transitions, Women's Issues, Anxiety and 6 more.
Yandira Melon
(she/her)
New to Grow
Hello, I am a licensed clinical social worker in New York and Arizona. I am committed to helping individuals turn life's difficulties into opportunities for growth by building mental toughness and self-awareness. I believe therapy offers a unique opportunity to pause, reflect, and create meaningful change. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, or a major life transition, my goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered. My experience spans 30 years. In addition to academic training, I have received training and been a trainer in Critical Incident Stress (CIS), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Recently received certified Menopause Mental Health Provider (MMHPC.) Spanish: Hola, soy trabajadora social clínica licenciada en los estados de Nueva York y de Arizona. Estoy comprometida a ayudar a las personas a transformar las dificultades de la vida en oportunidades de crecimiento, fortaleciendo la resiliencia mental y el autoconocimiento. Creo que la terapia ofrece una oportunidad única para reflexionar y generar cambios significativos. Ya sea que estés enfrentando ansiedad, depresión, dificultades en las relaciones, duelo o una transición importante en la vida, mi objetivo es brindar un espacio de apoyo y colaboración donde te sientas escuchado(a), respetado(a) y fortalecido(a). Cuento con 30 años de experiencia. Además de mi formación académica, he recibido capacitación y he sido instructora en Manejo del Estrés por Incidentes Críticos (Critical Incident Stress, CIS), mindfulness (atención plena), Terapia Centrada en Soluciones y Entrevista Motivacional. Recientemente obtuve la certificación como Especialista en Salud Mental y Menopausia.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
First sessions with me begin with me sharing additional information about myself, and give you the opportunity to ask questions and/or share past experiences with therapy. In addition, there is time spent on what I call the "administrative" process. I start with a Solution-Focused stance, allowing you to share what brought you to take this step. From here, decide the most appropriate ways to help you move forward. At the end, I provide feedback and we begin drafting goals so that, for the next session, we can work on specifics.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I work to meet your specific needs and desires through a diverse approach that includes interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and, at times, motivational interviewing. My approach is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based practices. Every person's story is unique, and I tailor therapy to meet your individual needs and goals. Together, we can explore patterns, build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and work to feel more fulfilled and aligned with your values. Seeking support is a courageous step, and I look forward to accompanying you on your journey toward growth and wellbeing. Spanish: Trabajo con usted para responder a sus necesidades y objetivos, utilizando un enfoque flexible que puede incluir terapia interpersonal, terapia cognitivo-conductual (TCC), terapia centrada en soluciones y, cuando es útil, entrevista motivacional. Mi forma de trabajar se basa en la empatía, la curiosidad y en técnicas respaldadas por la evidencia. Cada persona es diferente; por eso adapto la terapia a lo que necesitas y a las metas que quieres alcanzar. Juntos podemos identificar patrones, desarrollar herramientas para afrontar los desafíos, fortalecer tus relaciones y ayudarte a sentirte más en paz contigo mismo(a) y con la vida que quieres construir. Dar el paso de buscar ayuda requiere valentía, y me sentiré muy agradecida de acompañarte en su proceso de crecimiento y bienestar.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
If you are ambivalent about being in therapy; have the belief that therapy is for others not you.. Or may be a client has been in therapy before and had a positive or not so positive experience but want to feel better now. Or a client that is ready to make the time to talk to a professional of an issue that has troubled them and now wants to get past it, want to explore options and grow.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
Other specialties
Depression
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Older Adults
Parenting
Self Esteem
Substance Misuse
I identify as
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Arizona
New York
Accepts
Arlo
Cash - $120 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Tufts Health/Cigna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is used to structure our time together,. It involves both of us being active by collaborating and focusing on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that cause you emotional distress. Does not mean the past in not discussed; however it is used to learn from it and used to develop action steps/interventions and assignments in between sessions.
Motivational Interviewing
Change is hard even when we want to change. I use Motivational Interviewing (MI) to identify the ambivalence about change. We start with looking at the reasons for change and then strengthen their motivation to act by collaboration, being nonjudgmental to draw out the personal motivation.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Using Solution Focused Treatment is goal-oriented focusing on identifying solutions, strengths, and desired future outcomes. We will spend time on finding what is already working and how to do more of it.