

Headway connects Auburn residents with UnitedHealthcare-accepting providers for talk therapy and medication management. With 2,890 licensed professionals and copays starting at $0, quality mental health care is accessible and affordable.
I earned a Master of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from CSUC in 2017. I have worked in the non-profit sector, a county mental health organization, and two private practices. I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
With over a decade of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse and a Master’s degree as a Psychiatric Mental
Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, neurodiversity, and medication
management.
Professional Journey
Melissa became licensed in California in 2010 as an LCSW, following her Master’s Degree. Since then, she has continued learning and growing. Her career began in 2006, working with families experiencing various crises and trauma. Melissa has pursued additional training to specialize further. She has worked with depression, life transition issues, anxiety, panic disorders, identify questions, and lgbtqia populations.
Specialized Training
Melissa is trained in somatic therapy and EMDR therapy, which are effective for treating clients with experiences of sexual abuse and assault. She has also studied sexuality and somatic sex therapy, coaching clients on how to reconnect erotically with themselves and others.
Life is filled with transitions, both exciting and challenging. During these times, we often need guidance and support.
I’m a License Clinical Social Worker specializing in brief, solution-focused therapy for courageous adults like you.



Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.
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