Melissa Garcia, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Melissa Garcia

Focus areas

Adoption Counseling

Depression

Stress

Anxiety

Divorce Counseling

Stress Management

Childhood Trauma

Domestic Violence

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Trauma Focused

EMDR

Narrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian, Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Garcia

Hi there, I'm Melissa! Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and/or anxious? I provide warm, compassionate care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, PTSD, grief and major life changes, in order to help you with feeling calm, in control and more confident. You really do deserve it! My focus I work collaboratively with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss. I help clients understand what is beneath their symptoms, develop healthier ways of coping and feel less controlled by fear, mood, or painful experiences of the past. My approach My approach is collaborative, non-judgmental and empathetic, tailored to your specific needs. I use interventions that have been researched to be effective, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, narrative therapy and sand tray therapy. We will work together to find what will work best for you! My communication style My communication style is open, warm, supportive and honest. I listen without judgement, while offering thoughtful feedback, asking meaningful questions, and helping you recognize patterns, as well as your strengths. I hold a safe place for you to express and process your emotions. My journey to mental healthcare My own life experiences have led me to my career. Grief, relationship problems, parenting, tragedy and juggling it all have only made me a more empathetic therapist, as I can genuinely relate. During more than 10 years, my clients keep me motivated. I have seen how feeling understood and receiving the right support can create meaningful change. My goals for you I approach goal setting collaboratively, it's teamwork. We begin with what you want to feel or experience differently in your life. Together, we turn those hopes into realistic goals that make sense for you, regularly review your progress, and adjust our approach if needed. I will support you with feeling better, and living your best life!

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Brandman University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1851617203

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What practice does Melissa Garcia work with?

Melissa Garcia works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Garcia?

Melissa Garcia 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 Garcia on their profile.