Melissa Lopez
Hello & Welcome! So very glad you are here. My name is Melissa Lopez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with 19 years of direct practice experience. I specialize in trauma recovery. This can manifest in problem areas such as problem sexual behaviors, substance/alcohol abuse, depression/anxiety, social/work difficulties, perfectionism, self-harm, and/or self-esteem. Therapeutic work can include working through trauma events/memories, family of origin, relapse prevention, martial issues, social anxieties and depression.
I do specialize in helping persons affected by trauma, perfectionism, substance/alcohol abuse and problem sexual behaviors.
Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome what is holding you back. I look forward to working with you on your journey of healing and wellness!
First session
Starting therapy can feel like a big step and my goal is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable about being yourself. During our first session, we’ll spend time getting to know one another. I want to learn about who you are – not just the challenges you’re facing, but also your strengths, values,, interests, and the experiences that shaped you. We will explore what has brought you to therapy, discuss any concerns or goals you may have, and begin identifying what you hoped to gain from our work together. I believe every person already has strengths they can build upon, even during difficult times. Together will identify those strengths and use them as a foundation for growth and healing. There is no pressure to share everything at once. Therapy is a process, and we will move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My hope is that you’ll leave your first session feeling heard, understood, and with a clear sounds of the path will take together.
Strengths
You are the specialist of your own life. My role is to help guide you towards learning new skills/information that you can apply to your life and achieve goals you have set for yourself. I do specialize in helping persons affected by trauma, perfectionism, substance/alcohol abuse and problem sexual behaviors.
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- PennsylvaniaLicense CW022006