Melissa Masri, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Melissa Masri

Focus areas

Anxiety

Domestic Violence

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Life Transition

Stress

Divorce Counseling

Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Christian Counseling

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Masri

I am so excited to be part of your healing journey. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in treating trauma through the use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy) and inner child work. I have been a Licensed Therapist since 2017 and have been providing EMDR services since 2019. In addition to trauma-informed care (EMDR), my theoretical approaches include person-centered, existential therapy, solution-focused, CBT, and inner-child work. My approach is tailored to the client and their unique goals for therapy. My work focuses on healing for our adult self and our inner child. In order to heal, we must feel safe. My focus is to create safety by providing a warm and nurturing environment. Together, we will walk through the process of healing and growth. Allowing you to build emotional resilience and create the life you desire.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My communication style is clear, direct, and open. With an emphasis on understanding and clarification when needed. I found my way to becoming a therapist through working in prison reform and education. The common thread was unaddressed mental health concerns. I knew then that I wanted to work in a field that would help heal the pain in our hearts.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

My objective is to help clients identify the goals they have for themselves, inside and outside of therapy. In order to achieve this, we will work together to identify goals, resolve any obstacles to achieving those goals, and work to build the skills necessary to achieve your goals. Our first session will include a review of policies, procedures, limits to confidentiality, and guidelines for our therapeutic relationship. We will discuss your expectations for our time together in therapy. We will then focus on gathering your history, appropriate background, your personal goals for therapy, and begin creating our therapeutic goals for therapy.

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Central CA

Education and training

California Lutheran University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1992235253

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Melissa Masri?

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Is Melissa Masri accepting new patients?

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

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What practice does Melissa Masri work with?

Melissa Masri works with Rula Health - Central CA.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Masri?

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