Hi, I am Melissa
I was born and raised in Tijuana, BC, Mexico, and immigrated to San Diego 12 years ago. As an immigrant and a part of the Latinx community, I know our community’s tenacity, perseverance, and resilience. From an early age, my heart always has been passionate about helping and supporting others. I firmly believe in the internal capacity of each person, regardless of nationality, to solve problems, heal, and achieve their goals. My mission is to use these tools and help you overcome life’s difficulties.
I have had the privilege to work with the Latinx community, supporting and accompanying them to overcome life struggles and offering services in Spanish and English. I have participated in a non-profit organization providing individuals with an environment where they feel seen and heard while learning tools and strategies to build healthy connections among their romantic and family relationships.
I have worked with couples offering a safe space to develop practical skills using the Gottman Method for better communication and increasing intimacy. I genuinely understand the importance and richness of people’s cultures and the challenges that this can bring when combining them in a relationship. I have also had the honor to help and be part of people’s journey of ending a relationship. Recovering from a breakup, regardless of the reason, can be exhausting, a lonely place to be, and a painful roller coaster. My goal is to find meaning and answers together and heal from this process.