My heart as a therapist is to walk alongside you as you move toward growth and healing. I believe you are the expert of your own life, and my role is to support, guide, and collaborate with you along the way.
I approach therapy in a way that is collaborative, compassionate, and holistic, creating a space where you can feel safe to explore your experiences and reconnect with yourself.
My Approach
I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, a parts-based approach that helps you understand the different parts of yourself and how they’ve developed to protect you.
My work is also informed by:
– Trauma-focused care
– Attachment-based approaches
– EMDR-informed practices
Therapy with me is:
Warm and relational
Grounded in curiosity, not judgment
Sometimes infused with humor, storytelling, or creativity
I aim to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to move at your own pace.
What Working With Me Feels Like
Areas I Support
I work with individuals navigating:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma & C-PTSD
- Childhood Trauma
- Grief & Loss
- Life Transitions
- Relationship and Interpersonal Challenges
- Spiritual or Religious Wounds
Ages: 5-99
Individuals
Who I Work With
Session Options
I am currently available for:
In-Person Therapy
Telehealth | California
Scheduling
Melanie is an independent licensed clinician contracted with Lotus Light Counseling to provide specialized IFS therapy services. To schedule, please reach out to Lotus Light Counseling.
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