
Melissa Wheelock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today
1411 Marsh St. #201, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Let's Connect (805) 398-6637

Any of us can get "stuck in a rut" and one key to pulling out of it is learning to respond effectively to life's stressors, rather than react negatively to them. My background in attachment theory, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness and EMDR, allows me to successfully help those struggling with anxiety, depression and trauma. I also enjoying helping people cope with life transitions and relationship problems. I love working with clients who are motivated for change but whose inner critic can be fierce, often limiting them from experiencing joy and contentment.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) with additional elements of self acceptance and mindfulness. I emphasize awareness of thoughts and emotional responses in the body. With this awareness, you will learn effective new life skills that you can immediately apply. For those suffering from trauma, I am a trained EMDR practitioner.
I provide screening and treatment of Eating Disorders. There are several different types of eating disorders. An early screening can identify disordered eating and body image. I know it can be challenging to take the first step to get help but you are not alone. Email me today
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Melissa Wheelock
now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 398-6637
Let's Connect (805) 398-6637

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $100
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Wire
Insurance
- Blue Shield
- Magellan
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 398-6637

Melissa Wheelock
Marriage & Family Therapist,
MS,
LMFT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / MFT 36641
- In Practice for 27 Years
- Certificate from EMDRIA
- Attended California State University, Fresno, MS In Counseling with an MFT option, Graduated 1996
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Eating Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obesity
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals,
Family,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals,
Family,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Nearby Areas
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 398-6637

Melissa Wheelock
Marriage & Family Therapist,
MS,
LMFT
Last Modified: 1 Dec 2022