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Melissa McKenna

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Trauma therapy beyond talk for gifted, neurodivergent adults who are done performing. EMDR, Flash and body-based work, by video in California.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Chico, CA

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About My Clients

Most of my clients are gifted, neurodivergent, or very capable adults who've spent years holding it together. Many carry trauma, including long-standing or complex trauma, that gets louder under pressure. You read the room before anyone speaks, and now something is giving: sleep, a relationship, your temper, your body. You can explain exactly what's happening and still can't think your way out. I'm not a performance coach, but I can help you find what's under the performing.

My Background and Approach

Trauma is the center of my work. I have advanced training in complex trauma and I'm trained in EMDR and the Flash Technique, and I use parts work and body-based practices alongside conversation. Talking helps, and there's also work that words don't reach, so we work with your nervous system, not only your thoughts. You set the pace, and we don't have to retell everything to make progress. Every client leaves with one small practice, five minutes or less, to repeat daily. I use a lot of metaphor and humor, and I'm told I don't sound like other therapists. I'm neurodivergent, and I know some of this from the inside. I've worked in crisis and disaster recovery, and I was a clinical supervisor, clinical director and CEO of a group practice. I'm licensed in California and see adults by video.

Qualifications

License
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of California · #112257
Years in practice
8 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna
  • California Health and Wellness Plan
  • Oscar
  • Optum
  • United Healthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medical
  • UnitedHealthcare

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Buddhism
  • Taoism

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

2240 St. George Lane #8
Chico, CA 95973
5307775858

Access & Transport

  • Gender-neutral bathrooms
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 39.7556519°, -121.8462324°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Rate: $125 - 175/session

Info

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2240 St. George Lane #8
Chico, CA 95973
19 Williamsburg Lane
Chico, CA 95973

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