**I offer a Free 30-minute Consultation; click here to schedule an appointment**
I am passionate about working with individuals and couples on their journey to reclaiming their authentic selves. I am known and appreciated for leaning in with loving-kindness and delivering straightforward feedback. I use a Psychodynamic approach that emphasizes Mindfulness, Attachment Theory, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy; I also bring in culturally relevant practices that are familiar and comforting.
My hope is for clients to learn a new way of expressing what is true for them in therapy. The power of vulnerability and authenticity is usually revealed fairly quickly once safety and trust are established. For couples, I advocate developing personal boundaries that align with one’s vision of their highest self; while also honoring their partner’s boundaries. This can seem challenging when what feels at stake is your needs and overall well-being. However, I believe that, within the healing process, a new way of intimacy can be achieved by staying connected and supportive while expressing all points of truth. With enough practice in leading with both vulnerability and empathy, strengthening the three points to the couple’s bond- Tú, Yo, y Nosotros– can be achieved.
For transformation to occur, I encourage all my clients to be curious and kind with their pain and to allow their emotions to be felt, seen, and heard. The work done in therapy can be done in the darkest hours of life and be met with new hope and exciting beginnings; it is possible! I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT) and a Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist- Gaming Addiction (CMAT), and my specialty is working with individuals, couples, and therapeutic groups who are seeking help recovering from Partner Betrayal Trauma, Attachment Trauma, Low Self-Esteem & Toxic Shame, Gaming Addiction, Sex and Love Addiction, and [Unhealthy] Codependent Relationships.
I join with my clients in times of darkness and help them shine their light onto themselves and others to heal their pain and increase their humanity. I am committed to providing quality, affordable psychotherapy for EVERYONE and am in association with Axis Mundi Center for Mental Health to accomplish my mission. **Special discount rate offered to California State licensed psychotherapists, psychologists, or counselors/social workers seeking therapy.** Dr. Melinda Perales, PsyD, LMFT#138151, CSAT, CPTT, CMAT, RACS
Product not available
“Your email will be sent to the mental health professional. Latinx Therapy does not read your email. Please note that email communication may not be entirely secure. Sending an email through this page does not guarantee that the recipient will receive, read, or respond to it and spam filters could prevent its delivery. We recommend you follow-up via the mental health therapist’s practice if you do not hear back.”
If this is an emergency do not use this form. Call 911 or your nearest hospital.
Inclusion of individual and group practices on our website does not mean we directly endorse or recommend their services. All of our members offer a free consultation and we recommend screening any and all potential therapists before beginning your therapy services. For any issues, please contact us via email. Therapists listed practice independently.
“Your email will be sent to the mental health professional. Latinx Therapy does not read your email. Please note that email communication may not be entirely secure. Sending an email through this page does not guarantee that the recipient will receive, read, or respond to it and spam filters could prevent its delivery. We recommend you follow-up via the mental health therapist’s practice if you do not hear back.”
If this is an emergency do not use this form. Call 911 or your nearest hospital.
