(she/her)
I am an LCSW in Santa Rosa California, seeing clients in person. I treat families, teens and adults facing anxiety, stress, life transitions, self-esteem issues, grief/loss, and family conflict. I have been practicing social work for close to a decade now and have experience and training using CBT, mindfulness and somatic exercises. I believe in a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy and have extensive experience working with children and families impacted by trauma. I love using patience, humor and compassion to authentically connect with clients.
In our first session together we will go over any paperwork needed to complete the intake process and then I like to get into what brought you to therapy and how we can work together to accomplish your goals.
I love working with ages 18-65 and families. I am told that I am strength based and direct.
Clients who may be seeking care with managing life transitions, anxiety and depression may find me most helpful.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Client centered approach to learning what skills you are already using and adapting/learning new skills.
1 rating with written reviews
May 30, 2025
I could not speak more highly about Melissa. I have loved being able to work with her and she has genuinely brought me to a place where I actually feel happy. She has given me so many tools to deal with all the problems I come across and I could not thank her more for the help she has provided me.