Melissa Masri, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Melissa!

I am so excited to be part of your healing journey. I specialize in treating trauma through the use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy) and inner child work.

My focus

My work focuses on healing for our adult self and our inner child. In order to heal, we must feel safe. My focus is to create safety by providing a warm and nurturing environment. Together, we will walk through the process of healing and growth. Allowing you to build emotional resilience and create the life you desire.

My approach

In addition to trauma-informed care (EMDR), my theoretical approaches include person-centered, existential therapy, solution-focused, CBT, and inner-child work. My approach is tailored to the client and their unique goals for therapy.

My communication style

My communication style is clear, direct, and open. With an emphasis on understanding and clarification when needed.

My journey to mental healthcare

I found my way to becoming a therapist through working in prison reform and education. The common thread was unaddressed mental health concerns. I knew then that I wanted to work in a field that would help heal the pain in our hearts.

My goals for you

My objective is to help clients identify the goals they have for themselves, inside and outside of therapy. In order to achieve this, we will work together to identify goals, resolve any obstacles to achieving those goals, and work to build the skills necessary to achieve your goals.

Our first session

Our first session will include a review of policies, procedures, limits to confidentiality, and guidelines for our therapeutic relationship. We will discuss your expectations for therapy, gather your history and background, explore your personal goals, and begin creating our therapeutic goals.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx, Middle Eastern
Christian, Non-denominational, Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Queer

Racial Justice

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

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Melissa Masri