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Davis Rodriguez Melendez

Therapist(He/Him/His)
8 years of experience
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Identity issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a bilingual/cross-cultural clinician who specializes and is passionate about acculturation issues, men issues and LGBTQAI+ issues. I have also worked with individuals in the adult entertainment industry. I have over 15 years of experience in the field. I am always curious to learn more about approaches to serve clients, and I equally value theoretical approaches and the partnership commitment between client and therapist.

My approach to therapy

I was trained in psycho-dynamic and evidence-based practices at NYU. However, I am well versed in other approaches including:

#psycho-analysis

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Psycho-drama

Creative Arts Approach

What you can expect from me

Client can expect my complete attention and sincere commitment to create a partnership to work through issues presented during our time together. I am also direct, empathic and respectful. I incorporate my past experiences as a performer/creative artist and history professor into my work when needed or requested. I also well versed in random facts and silly sense of humor.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Affirming, Creative, Direct

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at New York University, MA (Master of Arts) at Temple University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New Jersey, California)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Identity issues
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavior Modification
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Spanish, Portuguese