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Melissa Park

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Carmel By The Sea, CA 93923
I work with adults ages 18 to 65+ experiencing depression, anxiety, chronic pain, life transitions, career stress, school challenges, relationship issues, and more. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can safely explore emotions, past experiences, and current stressors. Together, we’ll build healthy coping skills and practical solutions for lasting change. When appropriate, I incorporate mindfulness, breathwork, and yoga-based techniques to support healing, balance, and emotional well-being.
My approach is personalized to each client’s unique needs, helping you build resilience, confidence, and practical coping skills for life’s challenges. I provide a warm, collaborative space using evidence-based, holistic, and somatic approaches—including mindfulness and body-based techniques—to support healing and lasting growth.
I provide compassionate, individualized therapy in a safe, supportive, judgment-free space. Taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we’ll identify your goals, build effective coping strategies, and create a personalized plan for lasting growth and healing. Call for a consult.
Call or Melissa Park now for a free 15 minute consultation - (831) 208-0121

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Carmel By The Sea, CA 93923

(831) 208-0121

Melissa Park, LCSW

Santa Clara, CA 95051

My website
I am accepting clients throughout California online using a HIPPA approved platform. I accept cash and Insurance.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, First Responders and Life Transitions 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (831) 208-0121
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Carmel By The Sea, CA 93923

(831) 208-0121

Melissa Park, LCSW

Santa Clara, CA 95051

My website
I am accepting clients throughout California online using a HIPPA approved platform. I accept cash and Insurance.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, First Responders and Life Transitions 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

Cash, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • Providence
  • Sutter
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I use IVY PAY and Thrizer for cash pay clients. IVY allows for super billing so you can submit receipts to your insurance company for reimbursement. Thrizer does the work for you. So if don't see your insurance as accepted don't worry, with Thrizer, I can see you and you only pay your co-pay.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 208-0121
"
I use IVY PAY and Thrizer for cash pay clients. IVY allows for super billing so you can submit receipts to your insurance company for reimbursement. Thrizer does the work for you. So if don't see your insurance as accepted don't worry, with Thrizer, I can see you and you only pay your co-pay.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 208-0121

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCS26221 Melissa Park
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 15 years
  • Attended University of Southern California, MSW, Graduated 2004
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Golden Key Honor Society 2013
  • Degree/Diploma from University of Southern California MPA / 2013
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I have over 20 years of experience helping adults with a variety of life issues form trauma, crisis, mood disorders, behavioral complications, forensic issues, life adjustments, relationships and more. I am trained in multiple techniques allowing me to modify and customize the therapy for you.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 208-0121
"
I have over 20 years of experience helping adults with a variety of life issues form trauma, crisis, mood disorders, behavioral complications, forensic issues, life adjustments, relationships and more. I am trained in multiple techniques allowing me to modify and customize the therapy for you.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 208-0121

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Mood Disorders
  • First Responders
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I have experience with a variety of mental health and emotional issues including depression, anxiety, anger, life changes, chronic pain, trauma and more, including the unique issues facing First Responders. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 208-0121
"
I have experience with a variety of mental health and emotional issues including depression, anxiety, anger, life changes, chronic pain, trauma and more, including the unique issues facing First Responders. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 208-0121

Endorsement

Maria Rheba Estante
Maria Rheba Estante
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTLPCC
Having collaborated with Melissa on several occasions, I have witnessed firsthand her dedication to providing high-quality, culturally competent care to individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Jungian
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I take an eclectic approach in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. We'll look at how your thoughts, affect, emotions, behaviors and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, develop somatic understanding to help change feelings for better.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 208-0121
"
I take an eclectic approach in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. We'll look at how your thoughts, affect, emotions, behaviors and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, develop somatic understanding to help change feelings for better.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 208-0121

Location

Primary Location

Carmel By The Sea, CA 93923

(831) 208-0121

Additional Location

Melissa Park, LCSW

Santa Clara, CA 95051

(831) 208-0121
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I am accepting clients throughout California online using a HIPPA approved platform. I accept cash and Insurance.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 208-0121
"
I am accepting clients throughout California online using a HIPPA approved platform. I accept cash and Insurance.
Photo of Melissa Park, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Melissa Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 208-0121