Melissa Lopez-Tapia, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Melissa Lopez-Tapia

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Lopez-Tapia

Welcome! My name is Melissa Lopez-Tapia, and I am a first-generation bilingual Latina therapist (LCSW) of Jalisciense descent. I earned both my Bachelor's and Master’s degrees in Social Work from California State University, Northridge. My approach to the therapeutic process and relationship stems from humility, compassion, empathy, and, most importantly, is person-centered while remaining trauma-informed. In my 7 years of practice, I have assisted and collaborated with individuals navigating and healing from Domestic Violence, trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship and life stressors, life transitions, and the impact of childhood trauma in adulthood. My approach My goal is to provide you with a safe and trusting environment free of judgment where, as a team, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, concerns, challenges, hopes, and goals while helping you find and build upon your coping skill toolkit. I frequently use a strengths-based approach to help individuals connect with their inner strengths and feel empowered. I also utilize mindfulness, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). Additionally, I am 40-hour Domestic Violence trained and certified, with 7 years of experience in the field. My focus I typically work with adults 18+ dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, and survivors of domestic violence. My communication style I use a peaceful tone in sessions while gently tapping into the strengths-based approach to support individuals in reflecting deeply and accessing their own strengths as we walk together on this growth and healing journey. My journey to mental healthcare As with the human life experience, life’s hardships and curveballs are what brought me to this path as a therapist, coupled with my love for being of support and service to others.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

California State University, Northridge, Master's in Social Work
California State University, Northridge (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1750863569

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What practice does Melissa Lopez-Tapia work with?

Melissa Lopez-Tapia works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Lopez-Tapia?

Melissa Lopez-Tapia 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 Lopez-Tapia on their profile.