Melissa Lapides, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.94

“I can't say enough good things about Melissa. She is truly exceptional, intelligent, insightful, and incredibly compassionate. From the very first session, I felt deeply heard and understood. She doesn't just listen, she really listens with empathy, focus and without judgement. She has a way of cutting through the noise and helping me see things clearly, offering guidance that is both practical and deeply thoughtful. I always feel more grounded and lighter after our sessions. Love love her!”

Less than 1 year ago

“I really appreciate how she provides tools and actionable steps within each session. She empowers me to help myself heal.”

More than 1 year ago

About Melissa Lapides

Focus areas

Depression

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Somatic

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Jewish

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Lapides

I’m Melissa Lapides, and my work centers around attachment. If you’re dating or in a relationship, we’re going to look at how your early experiences shaped the way you connect, protect, pursue, withdraw, or repeat the same patterns over and over. Together, we make sense of why you’re experiencing the challenges you’re having - not from a place of blame, but from understanding. I work with both individuals and couples to help them build more harmonious relationships rooted in emotional safety, secure connection, and real love and intimacy. When you understand your attachment style and nervous system, your relationship patterns stop feeling confusing and start feeling workable. I’m warm, direct, and grounded - think compassionate but honest. I’ll hold space for your pain, and I’ll also gently call you forward when you’re ready. I believe most struggles make sense in the context of your story and your nervous system, not because something is “wrong” with you. My goal is to help you feel more regulated, more connected, and more empowered in your relationships and your life. Healing doesn’t have to be dramatic - it can be steady, real, and deeply transformative.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Clients will feel a sense of calm by truly feeling heard and supported in a way they may have never had the chance to feel before. They will be able to finally tune into a inner sense of peace and safety and see a light at the end of the tunnel.

In-network insurances

More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Childhood Trauma

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Stress Management

Therapy

Childhood Trauma

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

Education and training

California Institute of Integral Studies, Master's in Psychology

NPI number

1346939303

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4.94

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I really appreciate how she provides tools and actionable steps within each session. She empowers me to help myself heal.