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Melody Maldonado

Therapist(They/She)
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Whether you're navigating the impact of trauma, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, or simply longing for a deeper sense of self-understanding, this can be a space to finally put down and gently unpack what you've been carrying.

I have over a decade of experience supporting folks through their recovery journey, and I specialize in helping others make sense of and peace with the trauma they've experienced in their lives.

My approach to therapy

My approach is grounded in cultural humility and a working decolonized lens, honoring your lived experiences, parts and identities in every session. In my practice, I offer online individual therapy sessions tailored to support your unique healing process.

I work collaboratively with you, honoring your pace while integrating trauma-informed, somatic, relational, and EMDR-based approaches. I offer 55-minute virtual sessions conducted via zoom. We’ll figure out how often we will meet during our first session.

What you can expect from me

Together, we create a space where you can feel seen, held, and supported in making sense of your experiences, without judgment, pressure, or expectation.

If you're curious about working together, I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if it feels like a good fit.

You’re not alone.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Non-binary
  • My style is
    Empowering, Creative, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Pepperdine University, MA (Master of Arts) at Pepperdine University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Somatic, Psychodynamic, Relational, Humanistic, Experiential, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Farsi