Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5 Endorsed

3180 Crow Canyon Place, Suite 140, San Ramon, CA 94583

(510) 462-3681

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Anxiety, fear, and shame can make us feel trapped. Maybe you feel overwhelmed from striving to be perfect or pleasing people and wish you could just be. Or you feel weighed down by burdens you've kept inside for so long that you need a safe space to share and be heard. Whatever you are going through, I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope. Having been through my own healing journey, I focus on creating a safe empathic space to help clients feel understood as they are, so healing can happen. My hope is that you would leave each session feeling encouraged and better equipped to embrace whatever emerges next.

Among many modalities, I use family systems and CBT through a trauma-informed lens and integrate your faith to the extent you desire. My style is collaborative, balancing warmth with encouragement as you step outside your comfort zone to try something new. I routinely invite your feedback so I can tailor my approach to your needs and what works best for you.

Wherever you are in your life journey, you are so courageous to seek help. If you are feeling unsure, that is okay! I invite you to reach out to see if we might be a good fit, as the client-therapist relationship is key in therapy. It would be an honor to support you in any way you need as you step towards living life with more joy and peace.

Call or Email Melody Chen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 462-3681

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sycamore Grove

3180 Crow Canyon Place

Suite 140

San Ramon, CA 94583 map

(510) 462-3681

Tri-Valley Counseling Center (TVCC)

348 North Canyons Parkway

Livermore, CA 94551 map

I offer therapy sessions both in person and online via video through a confidential platform.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD

$135 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

If you have more questions, I'm happy to connect with you! Feel free to email or call me/leave a message :)

Let's Connect (510) 462-3681

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sycamore Grove

3180 Crow Canyon Place

Suite 140

San Ramon, CA 94583 map

(510) 462-3681

Tri-Valley Counseling Center (TVCC)

348 North Canyons Parkway

Livermore, CA 94551 map

I offer therapy sessions both in person and online via video through a confidential platform.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD

$135 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

If you have more questions, I'm happy to connect with you! Feel free to email or call me/leave a message :)

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $135
Couple Sessions $165
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

I am an Out-of-Network therapist, but I can provide a superbill to help with reimbursements. Please reach out with any questions. I'm happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 462-3681

I am an Out-of-Network therapist, but I can provide a superbill to help with reimbursements. Please reach out with any questions. I'm happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 462-3681

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 149643 Supervised by Sarah Carter (California / 12457) Melody Chen

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 3 years

Attended Western Seminary, Master of Arts in Counseling, Graduated 2024

Additional Credentials

License: Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) APCC 17455 / 2024

Membership with California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) 10008454 / 2022

I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from UCLA. I am a certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator for couples desiring premarital counseling. Before my counseling career, I often worked with youth and young adults in other settings (e.g., schools, churches, camps).

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 462-3681

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 462-3681

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Marital and Premarital
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Addiction
Body Image
Boundaries
Career Counseling
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Eating Disorders
Family Conflict
Grief
Highly Sensitive Person
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Spirituality
Stress
Substance Use
Women's Issues

I often work with teens and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, self-image, addictions, or trauma related to their relationships or family. I also work with couples who may be feeling distant or reactive to each other, helping them to reconnect and respond with love again. We'll spend the first few sessions getting to know you and creating a treatment plan that guides our work together.

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 462-3681

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 462-3681

5 Endorsements

Jenna Hong

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC

Melody is a warm, compassionate, and dedicated therapist. She has a gift in creating safe places for clients to feel seen, understood, and deeply cared for. The joy and hope she carries along with her skills and insight makes her an incredible therapist.

Beth Day

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT

Melody is an awesome therapist who is wonderful at working with children, teens, adults, individuals, & families. Her genuine care & empathy for her clients is evident in all that she does and I would highly recommend her to any seeking a great therapist.

Eric Ford

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, APCC, AMFT

Melody was a classmate at Western Seminary with me and is now a colleague. Thorough, dedicated and compassionate, Melody Chen brings an emotional depth to her therapy work. I highly recommend her in working with women and ministry issues.

Erica Jane Busa

Pre-Licensed Professional, BA

Melody has a wealth of experience supporting individuals of different walks of life through clinical work and her personal journey. She is warm, empathetic, and creates a safe space for her clients. I would highly recommend Melody!

Wai Man Mon Wong

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Melody is a compassionate therapist. She provides a warm, grounded space where clients can finally open up, explore complex emotions, and build resilient relationships without the fear of judgment.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Deaf Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Mandarin ,

歡迎! 可以用中英文為您服務

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Deaf Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Mandarin ,

歡迎! 可以用中英文為您服務

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Art Therapy
Christian Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Eclectic
Family Systems
Imago
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I use various approaches based on your needs. I often use genograms to help us explore your family relationships and patterns. With CBT, we'll identify and challenge thoughts that may be keeping you stuck. With DBT and ACT, we'll learn healthier ways to respond to situations, urges, and emotions with more flexibility. Using IFS language, you'll find healing and freedom through self-compassion.

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 462-3681

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 462-3681

Location

Primary Location

Sycamore Grove

3180 Crow Canyon Place

Suite 140

San Ramon, CA 94583

(510) 462-3681

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Tri-Valley Counseling Center (TVCC)

348 North Canyons Parkway

Livermore, CA 94551

(510) 462-3681

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

I offer therapy sessions both in person and online via video through a confidential platform.

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 462-3681

I offer therapy sessions both in person and online via video through a confidential platform.

Melody Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 462-3681

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