Melissa Filla, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Melissa!

I enjoy walking, hiking, and swimming. I utilize an answer approach. With much encouragement and focus on strengths.

My focus

I work with seniors and their families. Help people with adjustment, anxiety, and depression.

My approach

I use a reality-focused, question-and-answer style with much encouragement and a focus on your strengths. We'll explore what's working, identify patterns, and develop practical strategies you can use in daily life.

My communication style

I'm reality-focused and use questions and answers to help us explore your experiences together. I offer encouragement and focus on what you're already doing well, creating a collaborative space where you feel heard.

My journey to mental healthcare

Helping people has been the motivation to become a therapist.

My goals for you

You're involved in setting your own goals, and we work together to make sure they're obtainable. I help you break down larger goals into manageable steps and celebrate progress along the way.

Our first session

Getting to know the client. Their goals of therapy and discussing how to achieve them.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Gestalt

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Reality Therapy

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Focus populations

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Military/Veterans

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Bakersfield.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Melissa Filla