Melissa DeForest
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-C (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, OR 97202
Let's Connect (971) 299-7726
Starting therapy takes courage and finding a therapist you connect with is essential. With 13 years of experience in the mental health field, I provide a space that is nonjudgemental, direct, compassionate, and safe for you to process your experiences, thoughts, and emotions. I specialize in treating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. I strive to show up as a person first by bringing humor, transparency, and empathy to our sessions. I will actively listen and challenge you throughout the process. Together, we will work on and identify goals you'd like to achieve in therapy.
My approach is strengths based and is rooted in Emotion Focused Therapy and Attachment Theory. Additionally, I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy and am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. In my work, I believe in building emotional resilience, challenging shame, and in healing the relationship you have with yourself and with those around you.
Taking the first step in this process is extremely brave and I would be honored to get to know you and be part of your process. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and offer virtual sessions in Oregon, California, and Washington. I offer a free introductory call - feel free to check out my website or email me to set something up!
Call or Email Melissa DeForest now for a free 15 minute consultation - (971) 299-7726
Let's Connect (971) 299-7726
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $195
- Couple Sessions $225
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Out of Network
Melissa DeForest
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-C
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 299-7726
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Oregon / T1330 Melissa DeForest
- In Practice for 10 years
- Attended University of Oregon, Master of Science in Couples and Family Therapy, Graduated 2015
- Licensed by State of Oregon / T1330
- Membership with American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) 251079 / 2022
- Certificate from Certified Eating Disorder Specialist - Consultant (IAEDP) 71162503 / 2022
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Melissa DeForest
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-C
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 299-7726
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Eating Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Melissa DeForest
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-C
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 299-7726
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Melissa DeForest
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-C
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (971) 299-7726
Location
Additional Location
Telehealth
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(971) 299-7726 Melissa DeForest
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-C
Call for a free consultation now - (971) 299-7726