Melissa Carmona, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Melissa!

I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, navigating difficult life transitions, working through relationship challenges, and looking to improve their self-esteem. I'm passionate about creating a safe space where you can be your authentic self to achieve growth and deepen fulfillment.

My focus

I work with individual adults and am culturally sensitive and LGBTQ affirming. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, a difficult life change, or looking to improve your relationships, our work together will be personalized to you.

My approach

My approach is focused on meeting you with empathy, building self-understanding, and implementing targeted change for symptom relief. Approaches I utilize include cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, attachment work, and solution-focused therapy. Our work together will be tailored to your needs and focus on creating a path forward.

My communication style

My communication style is open, honest, and geared toward creating an environment that feels safe for you to explore your innermost thoughts and feelings. You can expect our sessions to be calm and welcoming as you process feelings and experiences.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist began with a desire to help others. I think vulnerability is brave, and I continually feel privileged to be part of helping others navigate their most difficult challenges. Therapy can facilitate positive change and healing in someone's life, and I am passionate about creating a space where that work can happen.

My goals for you

We will work collaboratively to create a treatment plan personalized to you. Together, we'll identify your needs and goals and check in regularly to monitor our progress. My goal is to work with you to create an experience that is both meaningful and effective.

Our first session

Our first session will be a chance for us to get to know each other and begin discussing what brings you to therapy. Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, and I'm here to help and support you every step of the way.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Women's Issues

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Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Humanistic

Narrative

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

LGBTQIA+

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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 Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from Marriage and Family Therapy - California Lutheran University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Melissa Carmona