Melissa is trained in the somatica method of relationship and sex therapy that helps clients with connection, desire, and communication. This can help clients reconnect to themselves and to others emotionally and erotically. She works with individuals and couples. She also is trauma informed and trained in EMDR. Melissa became licensed in the state of California in 2010 post Master’s Degree as an LCSW and since then have embarked on a continued journey of learning. Her early career started in 2006 when she worked as a generalist with families with all types of crises, trauma, and lived experiences. She went on to get additional training post masters to sub-specialize.