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Melissa Gilbarg

Therapist(She/Her)
6 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, low motivation and self-esteem, relationship issues, or simply just feeling stuck in life? Maybe you don't know how to describe how you're feeling yet. Together we can find the spark to make the changes you desire, get you feeling like yourself again, or figure out who you truly are.

My approach to therapy

Together we will work through a collaborative, strength-based approach that is client-centered and solution-focused. I also encourage my clients to explore holistic approaches to their mental health by exploring practices and activities that feed their soul (we can work together to identify these things for you).

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to feel safe and validated in their sessions.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Open Minded, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Boston University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California, California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Children, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2200 San Pablo Avenue Suite 201
    Pinole, CA 94564