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Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Melissa A Edwards

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW (she, her)

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5905 Soquel Drive, Soquel, CA 95073
Let's Connect (831) 480-4276
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I offer a welcoming, empathetic, person-centered approach to working with people. I believe we all have inherent strengths that have helped us survive in this life. I aim to create a collaborative and safe place to heal and process. I believe that with unconditional support you will learn more about yourself, develop awareness of your different parts, and learn how to use your strengths to grow deeper with compassion and love for yourself.
Using tenets of IFS, mindfulness, CBT, art, and play therapy within a warm therapeutic environment, clients can freely express themselves and create positive change. I have extensive experience assisting children, youth, and families dealing with trauma, grief, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, and school-related challenges.
I understand that childhood experiences and primary caregiver relationships can shape our subconscious beliefs about ourselves and get in the way of living life with intention and purpose. My work focuses on empowering individuals to find meaning and reconnect to their authentic selves as a means to experience great transformation.
Take the first step to help. Call or Melissa A Edwards now - (831) 480-4276

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5905 Soquel Drive

Soquel, CA 95073

(831) 480-4276
Flexibility is important. I offer therapy sessions in person and online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5905 Soquel Drive

Soquel, CA 95073

(831) 480-4276
Flexibility is important. I offer therapy sessions in person and online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Carelon Behavioral Health
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I keep a card on file for effortless, hassle-free charges after every session.
or call with questions - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
I keep a card on file for effortless, hassle-free charges after every session.
or call with questions - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCSW114031 Melissa A Edwards
  • In Practice for 12 Years
  • Membership with California Association of Marriage and Family Therapist 10052115 / 2023
  • Attended California State University Monterey Bay, MSW, Graduated 2018
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I earned my Master's in Social Work to empower families and individuals in a holistic manner, fostering community healing.
or call with questions - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
I earned my Master's in Social Work to empower families and individuals in a holistic manner, fostering community healing.
or call with questions - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Body Positivity
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I specialize in assisting clients facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, boundary setting, and shame. Through different therapeutic methods, we will navigate your internal system, in a safe environment, to explore how it's been protecting you. My belief is that with understanding of oneself comes relief of extreme symptoms and an increase in confidence and agency.
or call with questions - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
I specialize in assisting clients facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, boundary setting, and shame. Through different therapeutic methods, we will navigate your internal system, in a safe environment, to explore how it's been protecting you. My belief is that with understanding of oneself comes relief of extreme symptoms and an increase in confidence and agency.
or call with questions - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use IFS, art and play therapy. In our initial session, we build rapport through engaging icebreaker activities. Using IFS, we explore your internal system without judgment, fostering understanding and compassion for your protective mechanisms. By nurturing self-compassion, we aim to relieve the burden on these parts, empowering you to embrace more compassion for yourself.
or call with questions - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
I often use IFS, art and play therapy. In our initial session, we build rapport through engaging icebreaker activities. Using IFS, we explore your internal system without judgment, fostering understanding and compassion for your protective mechanisms. By nurturing self-compassion, we aim to relieve the burden on these parts, empowering you to embrace more compassion for yourself.
or call with questions - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

5905 Soquel Drive

Soquel, CA 95073

(831) 480-4276
"
Flexibility is important. I offer therapy sessions in person and online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
Flexibility is important. I offer therapy sessions in person and online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (831) 480-4276
Photo of Melissa A Edwards, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Melissa A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW