Melissa Johnson, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Melissa Johnson

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Johnson

Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CA LCSW #130126) who is passionate about helping individuals find better alignment with their values to create a life worth living. Melissa has experience working with trauma (she is trained in EMDR), substance use, anxiety, depression and life transitions. Melissa has worked in the outpatient, intensive outpatient and residential settings since becoming a social worker in 2020. Melissa employs an individualized, eclectic approach including interventions from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to meet the needs of each client. Melissa is passionate about social justice and uses a systems approach that views individual clients in the context of interconnected systems like family, community and society.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I am interested in learning about you! I use an eclectic, collaborative approach to meet the needs of each client. Each person is an individual, and therapy is not a one size fits all. I always tell clients they are in the driver's seat, and it is important to me to respect my clients' goals, preferences and their preferred pace.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

A typical fist session would include a thorough assessment and collaborative treatment planning. Subsequent sessions will focus on working toward your personal therapeutic goals.

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Popular visit reasons

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

Group Therapy

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

Group Therapy

New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Inner Journey Therapy

Education and training

California State University, Northridge, Master's in Clinical Social Work

NPI number

1023502861

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Melissa Johnson?

Generally, Melissa Johnson has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Melissa Johnson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Melissa Johnson accepting new patients?

Melissa Johnson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Melissa Johnson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Melissa Johnson accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Melissa Johnson online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Melissa Johnson using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Melissa Johnson work with?

Melissa Johnson works with Inner Journey Therapy.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Johnson?

Melissa Johnson frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa Johnson on their profile.