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In-Person and Tele-Therapy Counseling Services 

Melissa Barsotti, LCSW

EMDR Trauma Therapist & Harm OCD Specialist

Licensed in the states of California and Virginia
email: melissa@mindfultherapypractice.com

Welcome to my website.

I currently am NOT accepting new clients.

Former clients are always welcome to schedule as well.​

Sliding Scale sessions are full at this time. 

Services

Individual & Group therapy for adults 18+

Offered in English and Spanish

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Specialties 

Complex Trauma/Developmental Trauma (CPTSD)

 

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

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Plurality/Multiplicity:

includes Other Specified Dissociative Adaptations and Dissociative Identity Adaptation, otherwise known as OSDD and DID

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Other Issues

Addiction / Alcohol Abuse / Anxiety / Codependency / Coping Skills / Complex Developmental Trauma/ Depersonalization / Depression / Derealization / Dissociation / Divorce /

Drug Abuse / Dual Diagnosis / Emotional Disturbance / Grief /

Harm -Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) / Life Transitions / Peer Relationships / Women's issues /

Racial Identity / Self Esteem / Self-Harming / Sexual Abuse / Sexual Identity / Sexuality / Stress / Substance Abuse / Suicidal Ideation / Trauma, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Complex PTSD

Mental Health

Mood Disorders

Personality Disorders

Treatment Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT)

Culturally Sensitive

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Ego State Therapy

Experiential Therapy

Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)

Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MBCT)

Motivational Interviewing

Relational

Trauma-Focused

Trauma-Informed

Accessibility

Teletherapy Available

Modality

Individuals

Groups

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Individual Consultation for Therapists

I have finally found my niche after working in nonprofits for 10 years and private practice for the past 5 years.

My specialties include depression, anxiety, and trauma on the entire spectrum.

Specifically, developmental trauma and dissociation.

I have found that trauma often is the culprit for the symptoms our clients present with.

Having this trauma perspective is important because it informs the way you obtain assessment information, and the way you treat suicidality, obsessions, fears, addictions, and the list is endless.

I once met  Dr. Janina Fisher, author of Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors, and learned that she rarely hospitalized her clients.

At the time I was working with acute depression and was fearful of suicidality; however, through important contributions from Dr. Fisher and others, I have learned to use a parts approach when assessing suicidality.

There are so many nuggets that I can offer, including addressing countertransference as a clinician. 

Invest in yourself, invest in your practice, and reach out for consultation and ongoing advanced learnings. 

Our field can be intimidating, as neuroscience continues to inform clinical practice. You are not alone. There are seasoned therapists like myself that can get you to where you want to be professionally, faster and more smoothly.  

BIPOC female therapist

About Me

I believe it takes strength to be vulnerable and open to change.  Finding a therapist  can feel overwhelming.  It is so important to find the right match of personalities and education.  Someone who understands what you have experienced in your life or has the strength to listen without judgement and to walk by your side during this new journey of growth. 

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CONTACT

Contact Mindful Therapy Practice

Thank you for visiting this website.

Please visit my resource page for resources

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I am no longer accepting new clients; however, I am always open and willing to meet with, collaborate with, and provide consultation to therapists wanting to learn more about providing quality mental health services to Plurals. 

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Sincerely grateful,

Melissa

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Melissa Barsotti direct phone:

(626) 893-0480

email: melissa@mindfultherapypractice.com

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Office:

6994 El Camino Real

UNIT 205-G, Carlsbad, CA 92009

 

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HOURS:

Mondays, Fridays: 9:00am - 3pm 

In -person/in-Office sessions available in Carlsbad, California

Mondays, Fridays 

 

Virtual sessions are available Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for residents of California or the state of Virginia

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Only VIRTUAL/Teletherapy sessions are available in the state of Virginia.

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Weekend hours are not available.

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