Melissa is a seasoned mental health professional with a Master's degree in Social Work from San Diego State University. Over the years, Melissa has dedicated her career to supporting parents and pregnant or parenting mothers, offering both group and individual therapy. She is passionate about the profound influence that parenting has on one’s identity, relationships, and overall life, and considers it a privilege to facilitate mental health care that supports this significant journey.

Melissa creates a warm and safe environment for her clients, promoting growth and movement towards optimal health and wellness. Her therapeutic approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, and supportive psychotherapy. Depending on individual needs and focus areas, therapy with Melissa may emphasize self-care, boundary setting, self-esteem enhancement, interpersonal relationship improvement, and management of mental health symptoms.

In her leisure time, Melissa enjoys spending quality moments with her husband, reading, practicing yoga, and managing the joys and challenges of parenting two young children.

Melissa both cash pay and insurance services in California.