Melanie Scott, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Melanie Scott

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Person-Centered

Coaching

Psychodynamic

Gestalt

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melanie Scott

Hi there, I'm Melanie! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, CA license no. 151786, and it's great you're here. Therapy is my passion, and I hope to work with you soon. I blend 8 years as a life coach with 3 years as a therapist for a robust experience of growth and support. If you're suffering from anxiety, stress, a life transition, or loss, you’ve come to the right place. I'll guide you through these difficulties while helping you build awareness, heal past wounds, and create a better future, step-by-step. My whole-person approach blends head and heart for lasting change. If your relationship faces communication breakdowns, disconnection, or trust issues, therapy can help. I guide couples in navigating their relationships with empathy, insight, and effective strategies. If you’re going through a divorce and need support, I can help you, too. I earned my Master’s in Psychology from Pepperdine University, which laid the foundation for my compassionate and practical approach. My approach I use a solution-focused, practical method blending customized action steps with deeper exploration of core issues—when needed—to create step-by-step change. Together, we'll support you and the change you want to see in your life from the start. You can feel better. If life feels hard, you're not alone. Reach out, and let's get started. My focus I work with adults, couples, families, and teens on issues including anxiety, stress, overwhelm, burnout, shaky self-esteem, lack of confidence, difficult life transitions, being an empty nester, grief, loss, divorce, lack of purpose, communication challenges, and relationship problems. My communication style I am compassionate and embody a no-nonsense style. With me, we will go to the core of what matters and do so efficiently. My journey to mental healthcare During your first session, we will highlight your most pressing concerns and begin crafting a path forward.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

Pepperdine University, Master's in Psychology

NPI number

1104632082

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What practice does Melanie Scott work with?

Melanie Scott works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melanie Scott?

Melanie Scott 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 Scott on their profile.