Melissa Mott

Therapist

4 years of experience

Virtual
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Trauma
Individual therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a graduate of the USC School of Social Work & have been in case management for over 14 years and providing therapy for 8 years.

I would like to acknowledge & welcome you for taking a bold first step toward your wellness & recovery journey.

My approach to therapy

I have experience working with diverse populations including children, families, adolescents, the unhoused, veterans, survivors of DV and sexual assault, those dealing with addiction, co-occurring disorders, personality disorders, & life challenges.

Types of Therapy Utilized:

EMDR Therapy

Art Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Culturally Sensitive

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Motivational Interviewing

What you can expect from me

With everything going on in the world, it may seem like things can't get any better. The challenges, changes, & stressors faced may seem overwhelming. I am here to help you navigate through these in a safe space where you can learn to overcome, heal & grow.

Goal: The prevention & reduction of risk factors for emotional & behavioral problems and the promotion of metal health wellness. Using evidence-based practices to help you learn to manage difficult emotions & develop tools that work for you.

About me

I identify as
Native American, Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
My style is
Open Minded, Direct, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

Years of experience
4 years of experience
Training
MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Southern California
License type
LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
Licensed in
California
Insurance accepted
Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

Top specialties
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Trauma
More specialties
Substance use / addiction, Stress management, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, PTSD
Therapy methods
Narrative Therapy, Somatic, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychodynamic, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Structural Family, Art Therapy, Seeking Safety, Experiential, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Play, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Care types
Individual therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
Ages served
Adolescents, Adults, Seniors, Children
Languages
English