Dr. Melissa E. Munoz Psychotherapy
As a San Diego Latina Psychologist, I work with children & teens, adults, and older adults who are looking to be supported and experience growth through major life transitions. I specialize in trauma, relationships & communication skillsets, grief/loss, identity & mood concerns, and self-compassion.
Hillcrest therapist, Now accepting new clients with immediate availability!
Let's shine a light on your inner resiliency!
I welcome your strength to this space and am so proud of you for taking care of yourself! The darkest hour sets before sunrise and growth through these times displays true courage.
Resiliency, reflection, and redesigning how you make lasting change is what I offer you as an experienced psychologist. I’m here to walk this journey with you.
Previous clients have shared that my collaborative, empowering, and genuine therapeutic approach has helped them reach their goals.
Through my work as a San Diego based Latina Psychologist providing teletherapy throughout California and in person services in San Diego, I have extensive experience working with military members (i.e., active duty, Veterans, and their families), professionals, students, and People of Color & LGBTQ+ individuals.
In therapy, I integrate multiculturally grounded supportive and evidence based treatments.
What can I help with?
In individual therapy, I work with children & teens, adults, and older adults
with a variety of concerns that include
Life Transitions
Ending a relationship (i.e., break ups, should I stay or go?)
Starting a new job
Caregiving for others
Going to a new school
Grieving the loss of a loved one
The aftermath of a traumatic event
Relationship & Identity Exploration
Communication Styles with family and friends​
BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ Identity Exploration
Self-Compassion
Mood Concerns
Trauma
Anxiety & Stress
Depression
Anger
Professional Affiliations
Veteran's Affairs Staff Psychologist
UCSD Clinical Adjunct Faculty
APA Member
NLPA Member