Melissa Donate, M.A.,LMFT, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California

Melissa Donate M.A.,LMFT

(she/her/hers)

Accepting Clients

My name is Melissa Donate, LMFT, my passion is helping people navigate the difficulties of life.

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California

Free Initial Consultation

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Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

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Services

  • Individual
  • Family
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I believe connection and comfortability are building blocks to a great therapeutic alliance. Reaching out takes courage, know that I am here to provide a safe and judgement-free space to help explore what healing looks like for you. Give me a call to schedule a consultation.

My Background and Approach

I am bilingual (English/Spanish) se habla Español. My specialty is working with children, youth, adults, LGBTQ+, and underrepresented communities experiencing depression and anxiety by providing a Person Centered approach with CBT/DBT and attachment foundations.

Techniques I Use

Other Techniques

  • Attachment Theory
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Humanistic Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety Attachment Depression

Other Issues

  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Learning Disorders
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychosis and Schizophrenia
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English, Español

Qualifications

License
M.A.,LMFT, State of California · #144740
Years in practice
6 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Magellan Behavioral Health
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Plan
  • Quest Behavioral Health

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Interfaith

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 6 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español
  • Rate: $125 - 200/session

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