Dr. Melanie Gonzalez

I enjoy working with motivated clients who are ready to start work immediately! I strive to empower my clients to be unapologetically themselves. I enjoy working with BIPOC identified individuals and couples and navigating social justice issues and offering support in processing racial trauma. I find working with medical, emotional, and physical trauma processing one of my strengths. I also greatly enjoying working with the queer and gender diverse community as well as non-traditional relationship dynamics. I love helping clients explore their spirituality and discover their spiritual paths and life meanings. Top Challenges I Work Best With: - LGBT+ Care - PTSD & Trauma Recovery - Spirituality Exploration - BIPOC Issues & Stress - Women's Issues & Empowerment As an integrative therapist, I incorporate three main theories in my approach to clients. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Mindfulness. With couples, I integrate Attachment Theory and Gottman Couples Therapy. But, as I cater to each and every client specifically, I may incorporate other modalities (such as art therapy) as deemed appropriate to help ensure I am meeting your specific needs. My style is to be direct and through the process of questioning and conversation we are able to get to deeper levels of understanding and insight. The work you put into therapy is an invaluable investment in yourself and your future. I am here to help you get the most out of your investment.