Melanie Castellari, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Melanie Castellari

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Disruptive, Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders

Affirming Therapy

Behavioral Problems

Work-Related Counseling

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Biofeedback

Adlerian

Coaching

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melanie Castellari

I have an eclectic approach to therapy, working with clients within the time and space they are in while providing guidance and empathetic listening. I enjoy working with individuals and couples who want to reduce angst and increase enjoyment of life, themselves, and one another. My approach I meet clients exactly where they are, understanding that trauma and past therapy provide important context for their comfort. In the first session, besides learning preferences and goals, I ensure coping mechanisms are in place to support progress between sessions. My focus I work with clients one-on-one or as couples. While my specialty is couples therapy, I also enjoy individual self-development and behavior and crisis management. I am committed to helping individuals maximize their potential. I believe communication is the foundation for a full, intimate, and engaging relationship. My communication style I create a safe, nurturing environment free from distractions-a place to be yourself. No topic is off bounds; I meet people where they are and help them get where they need to be. My journey to mental healthcare With a strong family history of mental illness and addiction, I am motivated to help make the world a better, freer, and happier place. Increasing couples' intimacy through communication is my primary focus in couples work. My goals for you I allow clients to set and adjust their own goals while keeping a reminder of what they have set. I don't believe therapy is linear, so we work where needed rather than following a rigid plan. My first session with you I gather some history but focus on getting to the root of what is going on to allow for learning and practicing coping skills. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling from National University, which informs my compassionate and flexible approach to therapy.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

National University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1780863076

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What practice does Melanie Castellari work with?

Melanie Castellari works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melanie Castellari?

Melanie Castellari frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Melanie Castellari on their profile.