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Melissa Aristoza, LCSW

Melissa Aristoza, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
I became a therapist because I saw the impacts it can have on people to not have a space to feel safe and seen. Life can come with challenges that set us off course, and it can feel isolating to experience those challenges without a roadmap. My hope is to provide a space to navigate life’s challenges safely, and develop a tool kit to manage whatever life may throw your way.
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About Melissa Aristoza

Focus areas

Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Depression
Sleep Problems

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Relational
Dialectical (DBT)
Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Bisexual

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Aristoza

I became a therapist because I saw the impacts it can have on people to not have a space to feel safe and seen. Life can come with challenges that set us off course, and it can feel isolating to experience those challenges without a roadmap. My hope is to provide a space to navigate life’s challenges safely, and develop a tool kit to manage whatever life may throw your way.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I have two cats who you may see glimpses of during our sessions, whether it be through a blob stretching in my background or their tail popping in to the frame.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Our work together is ultimately a collaboration, we discuss your values and needs and will create goals that align with them. I encourage ongoing feedback during sessions, discussion of what is working and not working, and make sure to provide a space where your needs come first. I acknowledge that it takes time to build trust in any relationship, including a therapeutic relationship. I build trust by focusing on you as a whole person, letting you set the pace and meeting you where you are at. I want to get to know your strengths, interests, and values. I utilize metaphors and examples that break down issues that feel bigger than you can handle to create a sense of safety in our sessions.

In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $125 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $125 for 60 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Agoraphobia
    Depression
    New Patient Visit
    Nightmares
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Sleep Problems
    Young Adult Issues
    Agoraphobia
    Depression
    New Patient Visit
    Nightmares

    Education and background

    Education and training

    • Loyola University Chicago, Master's in Social Work

    Provider's gender

    Female

    NPI number

    1457190258

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