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Melissa Bolivar, LCSW

Melissa Bolivar, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
The human mind is a fascinating place. I am constantly in awe of how deeply intricate and nuanced it is. I know that for many of us, it doesn’t always feel this way. The hardships of life can, over time, make the mind an unpleasant, stressful, and even terrifying place. My goal is to help make therapy, and the journey of exploring and understanding your mind, a less daunting process. With a Master’s in Social Work from the University of California, Los Angeles, I want to join you and guide you in peeling back the layers, making sense of the chaos, and finding safety and peace in your mind.

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About Melissa Bolivar

Focus areas

Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy
Depression
Sleep Problems

Clientele seen

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

Treatment approaches

Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Relational

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Bolivar

The human mind is a fascinating place. I am constantly in awe of how deeply intricate and nuanced it is. I know that for many of us, it doesn’t always feel this way. The hardships of life can, over time, make the mind an unpleasant, stressful, and even terrifying place. My goal is to help make therapy, and the journey of exploring and understanding your mind, a less daunting process. With a Master’s in Social Work from the University of California, Los Angeles, I want to join you and guide you in peeling back the layers, making sense of the chaos, and finding safety and peace in your mind.

What should a new client know about working with you?

For me, the key ingredient to effective therapy is curiosity. I want you to not only feel that I am listening to you, but that I am interested in what you have to say. I work to create a therapeutic environment where you feel that we are working collaboratively to understand the difficulties in your life, and to identify what you need to feel more capable and fulfilled. My style of therapy focuses on accessing and exploring the wisdom that already exists in your mind and nervous system, and interpreting it in the context of your past and present experiences.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Nothing is more important in the therapy process than the relationship between therapist and client. Little can be accomplished in terms of exploring and understanding your mind unless you feel some degree of trust and safety with your therapist. I understand that trust needs to be earned, and that a sense of safety takes time to develop. I strive to nurture these by prioritizing consistency and honesty in all of our interactions. I want you to know and feel, above all, that I am on your side, and to have a clear understanding of the work we are doing together.

In-network insurances

  • Western Health Advantage
  • Aetna
  • Nippon Life Benefits

More information on payments and coverage

I also accept EAP through Cigna and Optum.

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

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of California, Los Angeles, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1982154118

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

What languages does Melissa Bolivar speak?

Melissa Bolivar speaks English.

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