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Melissa Portillo

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

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Montebello, CA 90640
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Available both in-person and online
Montebello, CA 90640
Let's Connect (818) 532-5739
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Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or drained in your relationships? Do you struggle with people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or carrying the weight of others’ emotions? You might be seeking clarity, confidence, and more fulfilling connections. Together, we’ll explore patterns in your relationships, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools for communication, boundary-setting, and emotional regulation so you can create healthier, more balanced connections.
I help women navigate relationship anxiety, people-pleasing, and boundary challenges. Together we explore patterns, strengthen confidence, and improve communication so you can build healthier, more balanced relationships with yourself and others.
If you feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or drained in your relationships, you’re not alone. Therapy can help you gain clarity, confidence, and healthier ways of relating to others. When you’re ready, I’m here to support your growth and healing.
Call or Melissa Portillo now for a free 15 minute consultation - (818) 532-5739

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Montebello, CA 90640

(818) 532-5739

Long Beach, CA 90807

My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Self Esteem 
$165 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (818) 532-5739
Photo of Melissa Portillo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Montebello, CA 90640

(818) 532-5739

Long Beach, CA 90807

My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Self Esteem 
$165 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $165
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Health Net
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
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Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (818) 532-5739
Photo of Melissa Portillo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (818) 532-5739

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 99636 Melissa Portillo
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended University of Southern California, Graduated 2017
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Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (818) 532-5739
Photo of Melissa Portillo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (818) 532-5739

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (818) 532-5739
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Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (818) 532-5739

2 Endorsements

Kimberly Rodriguez
Kimberly Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Melissa is not only a great therapist, but a beautiful person. She has the ability to make her clients feel comfortable, validated and seen.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Interpersonal
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
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Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (818) 532-5739
Photo of Melissa Portillo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (818) 532-5739

Location

Primary Location

Montebello, CA 90640

(818) 532-5739

Additional Location

Long Beach, CA 90807

(818) 532-5739
Photo of Melissa Portillo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (818) 532-5739
Photo of Melissa Portillo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Melissa Portillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (818) 532-5739