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Melissa Aristoza, LCSW

Telehealth Available

LICENSED IN: California

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Therapy Style: Affirming, Curious, Strengths-Based

I became a therapist because I saw the impacts it can have on people to not have a space to feel safe and seen. Life can come with challenges that set us off course, and it can feel isolating to experience those challenges without a roadmap. My hope is to provide a space to navigate life’s challenges safely, and develop a tool kit to manage whatever life may throw your way.

Our work together is ultimately a collaboration, we discuss your values and needs and will create goals that align with them. I encourage ongoing feedback during sessions, discussion of what is working and not working, and make sure to provide a space where your needs come first.

I acknowledge that it takes time to build trust in any relationship, including a therapeutic relationship. I build trust by focusing on you as a whole person, letting you set the pace and meeting you where you are at. I want to get to know your strengths, interests, and values. I utilize metaphors and examples that break down issues that feel bigger than you can handle to create a sense of safety in our sessions.

I have two cats who you may see glimpses of during our sessions, whether it be through a blob stretching in my background or their tail popping in to the frame.

All therapy providers at Foresight have specialized experience in treating a wide range of common mental health conditions, including but not limited to a wide range of common mental health and life concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and daily coping needs.

In addition, my areas of focus are as follows: Agoraphobia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Caregiver Support, Gender Identity & Gender Affirming Care, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIQ2s+ Support, Multicultural, Diversity & Racial Identity Support, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder & Impulse Control Support, and Sport & Performance counseling

 

Lic # 140796

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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