Melissa Friedman, LMFT #90858

My experience in mental health spans over 15 years and includes providing psychotherapy to teens, adults and couples. I am trained and skilled in working with clients challenged with depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidality, grief, substance use, relational and life transitions. My experience includes providing care to folks identifying as LGBTQIA+ and people living with HIV. My work and specialized training focuses on Women's health. I care for cisgender and transgender women in their 20's-60's navigating professional changes, perinatal and postnatal challenges, HRT, pregnancy loss, fertility processes, perimenopause and menopause, gender affirming surgery, divorce and motherhood. I have an eclectic modality approach and apply empirically validated modalities and cultural humility to foster healing. I am trained and utilize CBT, DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and somatic and mindfulness interventions. I am engaging, authentic, and interactive in session. I believe therapy is a collaborative process between the client and therapist. Finding a therapist who feels like the right "fit" is an arduous process. Often, when at the point of seeking a therapist, life is already unmanageable. I understand that process and want to work with you to reduce suffering, increase day-to-day manageability, and cultivate a fulfilling life. Please call or email me and share what would be helpful to you.