Hi there and welcome! As we go through different stages and circumstances in our lives, there are moments when we face difficult challenges and just need a safe space to overcome our barriers. Within my years of experience, I have helped clients and families develop their unique coping skills for symptoms related to anxiety, depression, anger, grief/loss, trauma, and behavioral dysregulation. Additionally, I have worked in various settings including communities, homes, medical offices, and remote video/telehealth. In my role as a bilingual (English & Spanish-speaking) clinical social worker, I utilize several methods of treatment with a sense of empathy and compassion for the emerging adults (ages 18-25 y/o), adults, and families I serve. These methods of treatment and approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Family Systems Theory, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I look forward to working with you and/or your family as a team with a focus on healing, skills building, and reaching your goals.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During our first session we would review your current status and your interests in therapy treatment. We would also collaboratively set an initial goal for treatment with your personal interests in mind.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
As a clinician, my strengths include but are not limited to, engaging and building strong rapport with clients and families as well as communicating with transparency. I enjoy learning about clients' and family's customs, values and beliefs to collaboratively create individualized interventions and treatment goals.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I predominantly serve families as well as clients within the emerging adults (18-25 y/o) and adults age range.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
As a therapist I've had much success in incorporating CBT as a form of treatment. In my practice I utilize CBT as an intervention to help clients identify patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors or actions. We explore their core beliefs or values and together assess if there are any cognitive distortions that may be impacting and daily lives and don't serve them anymore.
3 ratings with written reviews
March 28, 2025
Melissa is a godsend! She has a very calming voice, is greatly knowledgeable in the area of trauma/trauma triggers and has assisted me in setting healthy boundaries. Thank you!
March 3, 2025
Great person, great skill in turning concerns into actionable items. Looking forward to working together!
February 3, 2025
Super transparent and good rapport while being very open and understanding, which I appreciate ! :)