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Melissa Shayfer

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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Los Angeles, CA 90024
Therapy is a space to turn inward with curiosity and compassion. We each carry different parts—some protective, some wounded—all trying to help in their own way. In our work, we’ll explore these parts to understand their roles and build a more balanced relationship within. This helps shift patterns like self-criticism or compulsive behavior. As you develop a deeper connection with yourself, you’ll naturally foster more authentic connections with others.
In addition to my training in Internal Family Systems (Level 1), I also specialize in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, CBT, Family Systems, and Psychoanalysis. I will work to support you in developing a grounded sense of self—one that can compassionately lead you toward healing and growth.
The first step is to schedule a brief (15 minute) consultation to get a sense of how I work and if we are a good fit.
Call or Melissa Shayfer now for a free 15 minute consultation - (747) 279-3270

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Los Angeles, CA 90024

(747) 279-3270

Los Angeles, CA 90067

My website
I see clients via Telehealth
$175 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (747) 279-3270
Photo of Melissa Shayfer, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Los Angeles, CA 90024

(747) 279-3270

Los Angeles, CA 90067

My website
I see clients via Telehealth
$175 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $175

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (747) 279-3270
Photo of Melissa Shayfer, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (747) 279-3270

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 153631 Melissa Shayfer
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended Phillips Graduate University , Master of Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2019
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Johnson & Wales University Bachelors of Science / 2002
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Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (747) 279-3270
Photo of Melissa Shayfer, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (747) 279-3270

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Child
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (747) 279-3270
Photo of Melissa Shayfer, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (747) 279-3270

5 Endorsements

Trisha Elise Neimeyer
Trisha Elise Neimeyer
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
I know Melissa to be committed to providing her clients with a nurturing and safe experience. She cares deeply for her work with clients allowing them to heal and thrive.
Lisa Bohacek
Lisa Bohacek
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTPATP
I am deeply fortunate to have crossed paths professionally with Melissa who works intuitively and skillfully in her work with clients. I admire her capacity to hold complexity while facilitating enduring change with her clients in safe and meaningful ways.
Andrea Alsberg
Andrea Alsberg
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Melissa embodies a rare combination of intelligence, worldliness, and warmth and clients who work with her will find that she holds and processes their challenges with the greatest of skill and kindness. She is a gem.
Melissa W. Cooper
Melissa W. Cooper
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Melissa brings wisdom, depth, and warmth to her practice. Her clinical skill, emotional intelligence and deep humanity are what sets her apart . Not only does she demonstrate professional expertise and presence, she is deeply attuned and compassionate.
Greg Arata
Greg Arata
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
If Melissa were not my colleague, I would want her as my therapist. She is kind, insightful and no nonsense. She has the ability to be with you in a way that is rare; clients report working towards change feeling safe and fully seen. A gifted therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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I am a Level 1 Trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner
Photo of Melissa Shayfer, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (747) 279-3270
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I am a Level 1 Trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner
Photo of Melissa Shayfer, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (747) 279-3270

Location

Primary Location

Los Angeles, CA 90024

(747) 279-3270

Additional Location

Los Angeles, CA 90067

(747) 279-3270
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I see clients via Telehealth
Photo of Melissa Shayfer, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (747) 279-3270
"
I see clients via Telehealth
Photo of Melissa Shayfer, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Melissa Shayfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (747) 279-3270