Melissa Coulson

Melissa Coulson

LCSW – sees clients in CA

Checked 7 years of experience Tele teletherapy Person individual therapy Checked verified by reflect

Areas of focus

Caregiver stress, Chronic health issues, Grief/loss

Orientations

Humanistic, Eclecticism, Coaching

Intro Style Rates More Info

Hi I'm Melissa

Hi, I’m Melissa, I am a California social worker with experience working as a medical social worker and therapist. You are coming here to gain the tools and understanding to deal with something in your life and I would love to be your partner in that! Prior to becoming a social worker I worked in Human Resources and the medical field and enjoy being able to benefit my clients as needed with this experience as well. My style is direct, positive, and warm. My holistic approach includes techniques and components of multiple therapeutic types and interventions as needed to address each concern individually. I will structure our sessions and treatment plan to meet your needs and goals so we can address what brings you to this platform together. My greatest strengths are my ability to give support without judgment, see things from different perspectives, and help you find potential solutions where you may be unable on your own. I am great at being able to translate interventions, research, and concepts into common sense, easy to understand discussions so you can see how they are applicable, which leads to being able to use them successfully. I never forget how special it is to earn the trust and partnership of my clients and I do everything I can to support that.

Melissa’s therapeutic style

Finding the right fit is important. Based on reflect’s experience matching thousands of clients, this is our assessment of Melissa’s therapeutic style. Keep in mind, therapists can adapt their style to your specific needs.

Balances insights and action.
Insight oriented Action oriented
Acts as an active thought partner to challenge assumptions and drive insights.
Supportive listener Active thought partner
Deliberately manages session agenda. May assign homework.
Free form Structured

Rates

Mental health should be accessible, but therapy can be expensive. That’s why reflect has negotiated with Melissa to provide their private pay services at a discount – up to 50% less than their typical rates on other platforms.

Note, reflect does not accept insurance.

Individual therapy
Typical therapy rate
$180 – $300 / session
reflect
starting at $145 / session

More about Melissa

Additional expertise: ADHD, Adults, Anger management, Childhood trauma, Children, Families, General trauma, Geriatrics, Grief/loss, Groups, Intellectual disabilities, Legal issues/proceedings, Other personality disorders, Sexuality/Intimacy

License: LCSW101322 Exp 4/30/2027

Education: University of Southern California

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