Yadira Melgoza-Hernandez, LMFT, CA

About Yadira Melgoza-Hernandez

Focus areas

Anger Management

Behavioral Problems

Emotional Disturbance

Anxiety

Coping Mechanism Development

Work-Related Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Coaching

Art Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Yadira Melgoza-Hernandez

Hi there, I'm Yadira! Welcome! I'm Yadira Melgoza, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with nine years of clinical experience. I earned my Master's in Counseling Psychology from California State University, Bakersfield. I am passionate about supporting individuals and families on their journey to wellness and connection. My approach I utilize evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs. I most frequently use techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy. With children ages 2-7, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy is my preferred approach to therapy. My focus I am certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which enables me to effectively work with children (ages 2-7) and their caregivers to strengthen their relationships and improve children's problem behaviors. I also work with older children, adolescents, and young adults and specialize in anxiety and stress. I have experience working with depression, trauma, grief/loss, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues, and parent-child conflict. My communication style My approach is warm and empathetic, fostering a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. To promote growth, I like to challenge clients to reach attainable and collaboratively set goals. My goals for you I believe in the power of collaboration and am committed to helping you develop coping strategies, build resilience, and achieve your personal and relational goals. My first session with you During our first session, I hope to understand the reasons that brought you here. It will be a chance for you to share part of your story and for me to listen without judgment. I'll ask questions to better understand your experience and what you would want to be different.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

California State University, Bakersfield, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1548799612

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What practice does Yadira Melgoza-Hernandez work with?

Yadira Melgoza-Hernandez works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Yadira Melgoza-Hernandez?

Yadira Melgoza-Hernandez frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Yadira Melgoza-Hernandez on their profile.