Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA (she, her)

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325 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite A2, Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 642-1309

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You want to be in relationships where your needs matter—but you’ve learned to overextend, walk on eggshells, and care for everyone but yourself. Maybe dating feels hopeless, like you’re being set up for rejection. Maybe you’re afraid of parenting the way you were parented. Your inner critic is loud, your body tense, your emotions trapped inside. Your shoulders carry it all—almost like a turtle shell, protecting your most vulnerable parts. I can help you untangle rooted patterns that no longer serve you, so you can feel grounded in your body and build safe, mutual connections—without losing yourself in the process.

My sweet spot as a therapist is creating a space where we can go back and nurture, stand up for, and rescue Little You—the one who needed support when the pain began. Whether you're navigating trauma, chronic pain, or relationship struggles, we’ll work together to help you show up in the present with more safety, choice, and self-trust.

You are the owner and narrator of your story. Therapy becomes a space where your felt experience can be shared, heard, and healed through. "Sometimes the bravest and most important thing you can do is just show up." (Brené Brown) Your bravery won’t go unnoticed. I look forward to hearing your story—in your own pacing and language.

Call or Email Melanie Goetz now for a free 15 minute consultation - (760) 642-1309

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

325 Carlsbad Village Drive

Suite A2

Carlsbad, CA 92008 map

(760) 642-1309

Carlsbad, CA 92010

My website

February Weekly Availability: In-person or telehealth on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7am - 4pm, and telehealth only on Fridays, 7am - 2:30pm.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD and Chronic Pain

$200 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

I am a mind-body therapist, working with adults and couples to help adapt each story for authentic living today.

Let's Connect (760) 642-1309

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

325 Carlsbad Village Drive

Suite A2

Carlsbad, CA 92008 map

(760) 642-1309

Carlsbad, CA 92010

My website

February Weekly Availability: In-person or telehealth on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7am - 4pm, and telehealth only on Fridays, 7am - 2:30pm.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD and Chronic Pain

$200 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

I am a mind-body therapist, working with adults and couples to help adapt each story for authentic living today.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $200
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

Session fees are set for 50-minute individual and couples sessions. If you have a PPO, you can seek reimbursement with a Superbill. I also offer 3-hour extended and 1-5 full, consecutive-day intensives of mind-body trauma therapy. Schedule a consult at: melanie-goetz.clientsecure.me

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 642-1309

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 642-1309

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 128217 Melanie Goetz

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 10 years

Additional Credentials

Certificate from EMDRIA EMDR / 2024

Certificate from Trauma Solutions Dynamic Attachment Re-patterning Experience (DARe) / 2024

Certified in EMDR and Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience (DARe). Trained in PACT Level 2, Gottman Level 3, and Inner Relational Focusing incorporating attachment theory, somatic therapy, and parts work. Advanced EMDR training for groups with acute trauma and ongoing traumatic stress.

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 642-1309

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 642-1309

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Chronic Pain

Expertise

Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Stress
Therapist working with other Therapists

Most of my clients recognize that their childhood experiences are negatively impacting their current relationships with Self, friends, family, romantic partners, and colleagues. We'll identify your primary attachment style and what traumatic patterns or stories are still having a large impact on your psychological, social, and physical health. Together, we'll begin to digest these stories, safely.

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 642-1309

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 642-1309

Endorsement

Hannah Nyznyk Christian

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Melanie is a down-to-earth, warm, and compassionate therapist who makes clients feel at ease right away. Her approachable and caring nature creates a safe space for meaningful connection and personal growth. Highly recommend, Melanie!"

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Dynamic Attachment Re-Patterning Experience (DARe)
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Gottman Method
Narrative
Psychobiological Approach Couple Therapy
Somatic
Trauma Focused
Trust-Based Relational Intervention

I use the organization of EMDR, the relational resources of DARe, and my compassion towards each of your parts. We'll begin by embodying stories of your most significant relationships really seeing you. I'll offer additional practices for physical and relational soothing. Then, when processing difficult stories, we'll recall these resources as we adapt old stories to benefit your adult life, now.

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 642-1309

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 642-1309

Location

Primary Location

325 Carlsbad Village Drive

Suite A2

Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 642-1309

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My website

Additional Location

Carlsbad, CA 92010

(760) 642-1309

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

San Diego

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February Weekly Availability: In-person or telehealth on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7am - 4pm, and telehealth only on Fridays, 7am - 2:30pm.

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call for a free consultation now - (760) 642-1309

February Weekly Availability: In-person or telehealth on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7am - 4pm, and telehealth only on Fridays, 7am - 2:30pm.

Melanie Goetz

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call for a free consultation now - (760) 642-1309

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