Welcome! I'm Melissa Ramirez Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering teletherapy to adults living in California. I graduated from Cal State LA with a Master's in Social Work and have been practicing for 6 years helping young adults cope with anxiety, depression and generational trauma. I also have a background in substance use treatment and worked as a certified Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) for years. My goal is to provide a safe and compassionate space where you can uncover patterns, build resilience, and create meaningful change in your life. Together, we will work on addressing the root cause of life's difficulties and cultivate healthy relationships with others and with yourself. My services are available in both English and Spanish. Contact me for a free consultation call Llámame para agendar una consulta libre de costo
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
We'll begin with introductions, where we can learn more about each other. Then, we'll explore your decision to participate in therapy and complete an initial intake. This will allow me to get to know you and your history better and will let us determine the best therapeutic approach for you. We'll also discuss your goals for therapy, which will inform a plan for us to work through future sessions. The initial meeting allow us to get to know each other and determine if we are a good fit to work together. Please feel free to ask me any questions you may have about the therapeutic process!
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I believe in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel understood and empowered to make positive changes. My goal is to help you gain insight, develop coping skills, improve your relationships, and ultimately enhance your overall wellbeing. As a trauma-informed holistic therapist, I take into account the mind-body connection and how one influences the other. In our sessions, I will work alongside you to form a therapeutic alliance to help you heal and grow.
About Melissa Ramirez Hernandez
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Eclectic
I incorporate approaches from various treatment methods based in client needs. Meditative/mindfulness practices are also integrated within the treatment I provide and referral to other professionals occurs as appropriate. These disciples include, but are not limited to, medicine; massage therapy; acupuncture; yoga; nutrition; and other specialty services.
Mind-body approach
We discuss how feelings and thoughts impact physical health and vice versa
Motivational Interviewing
I take a nonjudgemental approach and ask opened ended questions in order to explore important topics along with my clients
Multicultural
Topics of culture including race, gender, socioeconomic background, nationality, and other parts of identity are addressed and their role explored