Melissa Gandy, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Melissa Gandy

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Self Esteem Issues

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Coping Mechanism Development

Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Compassion Focused

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Gandy

Hi there, I'm Melissa! My approach to therapy is to cultivate a safe and authentic relationship with each individual. I have an eclectic, trauma-informed approach that incorporates somatic activities to holistically address the whole person. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, stress, and phase-of-life challenges are all areas of interest and specialization for me. My approach The therapeutic approaches I utilize include, but are not limited to, trauma and attachment-informed therapy, somatic work, CBT, solution-focused, and strengths-based methods. My focus I enjoy working with older teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, LGBTQ+ concerns, stress, and phase-of-life struggles. My communication style I have a laid-back, comfortable approach. I work to hold space and provide empathy and nurturing, as well as gently challenge to encourage increased opportunities for growth through reflection and insight. My journey to mental healthcare I've always been someone who wants to support others. Creating a safe space to offer support comes naturally to me, and through therapy, I get the opportunity to join with others as they navigate through life. My goals for you I engage in direct, collaborative discussions during the first few sessions to establish specific, measurable goals, followed by frequent check-ins to ensure continued alignment with them. My first session with you We will cover the logistics of therapy: informed consent, confidentiality, and exceptions, then complete a holistic assessment to determine your current level of functioning and begin discussing goals and the focus of therapy. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from National University, which has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to provide compassionate, effective care.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

National University, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1861586570

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What practice does Melissa Gandy work with?

Melissa Gandy works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Gandy?

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