Melissa Beacham Kelley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
1300 University Avenue, Suite 6, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Let's Connect (650) 297-6607
I am particularly effective in working with bright and highly sensitive teens. During this pandemic, I believe that our most perceptive, sensitive adolescents are having the biggest mental health challenges with not seeing friends, family, and teachers on a more regular basis. I have extensive experience as a School Counselor in both private and public schools in the SF Bay Area. I also have designed and taught Social and Emotional Learning at several private schools. My ideal client is a teen facing the obstacles of anxiety, depression, learning challenges or social skills challenges at school or home.
I teach teens mindfulness based self-soothings skills that are highly effective for both anxiety and depression, especially during shelter in place and online learning. I also help teens learn about de-escalating conflict and conflict resolution, both at school and at home. We also practice tools based on Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
I am a former research manager at the Stanford Center for the Study of Families, Children and Youth. I have a deep understanding of academic research around child and adolescent development. In addition, I am the parent (and spouse) of individuals with ADHD, Sensory Issues, Dyslexia, Anxiety and OCD.
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Melissa Beacham Kelley
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Pay by Cash, Check
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you arrange your first visit.
Melissa Beacham Kelley
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 104674
- Certificate from Feel Good Institute CBT with Children and Teens / 2021
- Certificate from Stepping Stones IFS Level 1 Training / 2022
- Attended Institute for Transpersonal Psychology , MA, Counseling Psychology, Graduated 1998
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607
Melissa Beacham Kelley
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Parenting
- School Issues
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Behavioral Issues
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Navigating 504/ IEP services
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Sensory Sensitivity Issues
- Stress
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607
Melissa Beacham Kelley
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10),
Teen
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Body Positivity
Religion
Jewish
Age
Children (6 to 10),
Teen
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Body Positivity
Religion
Jewish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Expressive Arts
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607
Melissa Beacham Kelley
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Location
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Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607
Melissa Beacham Kelley
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Last Modified: 22 Feb 2023