
Melissa Louise Craven
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
2211 Post Street, Ste 300, San Francisco, CA 94115
Let's Connect (925) 281-0056

Do you feel caught in self-criticism? Do you feel separate from others- or less than? Self-criticism can affect mood, sleep, relationships, and motivation. You might feel you've lost your sense of purpose- that a good life is out of reach. You are not alone. In this post-pandemic world, so many of us feel anxious and hard on ourselves.
I can help you untangle from self-criticism and find your creative flow. My approach involves skills for: 1. Disentangling from stuck patterns, 2. Building perspective, and 3. Connecting to what's most important. We’ll engage with arts-based methods to build flexibility and confidence.
It takes courage to reach out for support. When we're really struggling, our loved ones don't always support us in the ways we need. Clients appreciate my warmth, humor, open mindedness, and expertise in working with a variety of problems related to self-criticism. Therapy doesn’t have to be a bummer. Let's find your flow!
Call or Email Melissa Louise Craven now for a free 15 minute consultation - (925) 281-0056
Let's Connect (925) 281-0056

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
Payment Methods
Paypal, Venmo, ZelleInsurance
- PPO fee-for-service

Melissa Louise Craven
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-0056
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 52019 Melissa Louise Craven
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended California Institute of Integral Studies, MA, Graduated 2008
- Membership with International Expressive Arts Therapy Association
- Certificate from Postpartum Support International
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Body Positivity
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Suicidal Ideation
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Expressive Arts
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Positive Psychology
Groups
Online Expressive Arts Therapy Group

Overwhelming anxiety or depression getting you stuck? The arts present fresh perspectives and enhance our capacity for change. In this 2-hour expressive arts group, we investigate entrenched patterns with a creative stance. Each week, we attune to the senses and expand our understanding through improv, drawing, music, poetry, or storytelling. No artistic skills necessary! Three ways this group will help you -See that you are not alone: Learn how to slow down in your responses to stress. -Effect change in your relationships, work, and hobbies. -Engage with a healing community: Connect with creative wisdom to live your best life.
Expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Types of Therapy
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$150+
Group Meets
Every Fri 9 A.M. - 11 A.M.
Location
San Francisco, CA 94115
Email Melissa Louise Craven about this group or call - (925) 281-0056
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Melissa Louise Craven
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Call for a free consultation now - (925) 281-0056