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Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Melani Samples

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Menifee, CA 92586
Let's Connect (951) 457-6498
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Seeking help can feel overwhelming-but you don't have to walk through this season alone. Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, family stress, parenting struggles, or your own inner battles, therapy is a safe space to find hope and healing. My role is to walk beside you with empathy, honesty, and genuine care as we work toward the life and relationships you desire. I specialize in helping couples rebuild connection, deepen trust, and rediscover what drew them together. I also love supporting parents and families, guiding them toward communication that nurtures rather than divides. With teens and young adults, I focus
on helping them find confidence, purpose, and identity in a world that often tells them they're not enough. Together, we work on developing a positive self-image, emotional regulation, and resilience through the ups and downs of life. My approach is client-centered, integrative, and relational-drawing from narrative, attachment, and family systems models.
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel seen, safe, and supported. When desired, I also integrate a faith-based perspective to help clients align emotional growth with spiritual grounding-but I always meet people exactly where they are, without pressure or judgement. My goal is to help you write a story you love, defined by the future you want.
Call or Melani Samples now for a free 15 minute consultation - (951) 457-6498

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Perfectly Imperfect Marriage Counseling

Menifee, CA 92586

(951) 457-6498
Only offering Telehealth Sessions via Video or Phone to anyone in the state of California.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Anxiety 
$100 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (951) 457-6498
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Perfectly Imperfect Marriage Counseling

Menifee, CA 92586

(951) 457-6498
Only offering Telehealth Sessions via Video or Phone to anyone in the state of California.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Anxiety 
$100 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $125

Payment Methods

Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I do not accept insurance, but am able to provide a superbill as an out of network provider, as well as discuss fees to see what the best possible course of action might be. I also offer 30 minute sessions at a reduced rate.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 457-6498
"
I do not accept insurance, but am able to provide a superbill as an out of network provider, as well as discuss fees to see what the best possible course of action might be. I also offer 30 minute sessions at a reduced rate.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 457-6498

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 112434 Melani Samples
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended California Baptist University , Graduated 2015
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from California Board of Behavioral Sciences 112434 / 2019
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I have 11 years of experience working with teens, adults, couples and families. I am licensed in California and can offer telehealth to clients located anywhere in California.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 457-6498
"
I have 11 years of experience working with teens, adults, couples and families. I am licensed in California and can offer telehealth to clients located anywhere in California.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 457-6498

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
  • Working with Creatives
  • Working with other Therapists/helping professional
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I work a lot with clients who report having significant trauma histories, wanting to build a positive self image and who are working through anxiety, mood disorders or learning to live with personality disorders. I thoroughly enjoy working with other helping professionals, creatives, teens, individuals and couples. I also specialize in Christian Counseling.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 457-6498
"
I work a lot with clients who report having significant trauma histories, wanting to build a positive self image and who are working through anxiety, mood disorders or learning to live with personality disorders. I thoroughly enjoy working with other helping professionals, creatives, teens, individuals and couples. I also specialize in Christian Counseling.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 457-6498

5 Endorsements

Colleen Perry(Young), MFT
Colleen Perry(Young), MFT
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
I highly endorse Melani Samples as a standout therapist in the field of psychotherapy.
Wonderfully Human Marriage and Family Therapy, Inc
Wonderfully Human Marriage and Family Therapy, Inc
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Melani is very knowledgeable and professional while also being warm and empathetic. Melani is a wonderful therapist who deeply cares for her clients.
Benita Hope Oshana
Benita Hope Oshana
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Melani is an exceptional therapist who approaches each client with intentionality, giving her all in every session. Her brilliance shines through in her ability to infuse creativity into her practice, enriching the therapeutic experience!
Brittany Moore
Brittany Moore
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFTCIMHPCCTP
Melani is a highly experienced therapist who loves what she does and deeply cares for her clients and their wellbeing.
Kate Flannery
Kate Flannery
Licensed Professional CounselorLPCMHSPLMFT
Melani is one of the most warm, genuine, and authentic clinicians I've ever worked with. She brings deep kindness and patience to her work, creating a space where clients feel truly seen and supported-never rushed. You'll be in good hands with her.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Single Parent

I also speak

German

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Single Parent

I also speak

German

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
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I would consider myself to be a narrative therapist, in that I believe everyone has a story. We may not be able to change the past, but we can be active in the present to write a future you will love. I also work through a family systems/attachment lens and do my best to tailor each therapy session and experience for the individual client.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 457-6498
"
I would consider myself to be a narrative therapist, in that I believe everyone has a story. We may not be able to change the past, but we can be active in the present to write a future you will love. I also work through a family systems/attachment lens and do my best to tailor each therapy session and experience for the individual client.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 457-6498

Location

Primary Location

Perfectly Imperfect Marriage Counseling

Menifee, CA 92586

(951) 457-6498
"
Only offering Telehealth Sessions via Video or Phone to anyone in the state of California.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (951) 457-6498
"
Only offering Telehealth Sessions via Video or Phone to anyone in the state of California.
Photo of Melani Samples, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (951) 457-6498