What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“For context I’m a younger individual that is working with Dr. Melendez. I have so much love for her in my heart. Obviously it’s up to me to do the self work but she has progressed me so far. She really takes time to understand, validate me, my experiences, and how I feel. She also challenges me in a lot of instances. Overall she’s a great person and she’s great at what she does.”
More than 1 year ago
About Dr. Frances Meléndez
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Stress
Gender Affirming Counseling
Postpartum Depression
Stress Management
Infertility Trauma
Psychological Trauma
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Eclectic
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Dr. Frances Meléndez
Clearly, you have taken the first step toward your wellbeing. As a psychologist, I will respect your narrative and work alongside you to explore the barriers keeping you stuck. I commit to being with you as you explore and challenge concerns and obstacles, deepening your self-awareness so that you may live your authentic life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the State of New York. I earned my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the City University of New York, Graduate Center. I completed my internship and training at Bellevue Hospital Medical Center (BHMC), followed by a two-year Neuropsychology fellowship in the Traumatic Brain Injury Unit at BHMC. This fellowship led to my role as Associate Director of the TBI/Rehabilitative Medicine Unit at the same facility. I also served as the Director of Behavioral Health at a Community Based Organization in Harlem, where I developed a behavioral health program for men, women, children, and LGBTQ individuals infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. Simultaneously, I worked in a group practice with people diagnosed with seizure disorders.
I bring a diverse clinical background, and my clinical interests include, but are not limited to, disparities in mental health services, psychogenic seizures (PNES), empowerment and self-advocacy, and HIV/AIDS as it relates to being diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and mental illness.
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Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Mood Swings
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- City University of New York, Graduate Center, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- Bellevue Hospital Medical Center (Internship)
- Bellevue Hospital Medical Center, Fellowship in Neuropsychology
NPI number
1578865523
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For context I’m a younger individual that is working with Dr. Melendez. I have so much love for her in my heart. Obviously it’s up to me to do the self work but she has progressed me so far. She really takes time to understand, validate me, my experiences, and how I feel. She also challenges me in a lot of instances. Overall she’s a great person and she’s great at what she does.
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What practice does Dr. Frances Meléndez work with?
Dr. Frances Meléndez works with Rula Health - New York.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Frances Meléndez?
Dr. Frances Meléndez frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Frances Meléndez on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Frances Meléndez speak?
Dr. Frances Meléndez speaks English and Spanish.