Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

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4 Endorsed

Playa Vista, CA 90094

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Often times life can be difficult, creating coping patterns that work for a while but slowly take away from our wellness. Asking for help can be hard when you feel hopeless to do anything to change. Whether it is feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, substance use, distorted body image, eating related struggles, life transitions, low self-esteem, ageing related issues or symptoms related to complex trauma, therapy can help gain insight into the experience of being human, identify what isn’t working for you and develop the skills to resolve current life challenges. You don’t have to do it alone.

Working from a (Jungian) depth psychological perspective I enjoy collaborating with individuals to explore and navigate their lives through an eclectic approach using mindfulness, somatic practices, dreamwork, images, active imagination, myth and other integrative and psychodynamic practices attending to each client’s needs.

I approach the therapeutic relationship with warmth, empathy and perspective from a self-examined life. Working on reinforcing strengths, teaching regulation skills and increasing resilience for positive experiences we work to overcome obstacles, tapping into inner wisdom and ultimately achieving improved overall mental health.

Call or Email Melissa W. Cooper now for a free 15 minute consultation - (310) 742-8806

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Playa Vista, CA 90094

(310) 742-8806

If you are interested in developing a deeper understanding of yourself and are ready to embark on a journey together, email or call.

$185 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Research shows that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the most critical determining factor in effective therapy.

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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Playa Vista, CA 90094

(310) 742-8806

If you are interested in developing a deeper understanding of yourself and are ready to embark on a journey together, email or call.

$185 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Research shows that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the most critical determining factor in effective therapy.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $185
Couple Sessions $225
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Currently, I do not accept insurance but I do provide a superbill for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, I will try to work with you to keep your therapy affordable.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 742-8806

Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 742-8806

Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 141326 Melissa W. Cooper
In Practice for 6 Years
Membership with CAMFT
Attended Pacifica Graduate Institute, MA, Graduated 2020

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (310) 742-8806

Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (310) 742-8806

Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Body Positivity
Cancer
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (310) 742-8806

Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (310) 742-8806

Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

4 Endorsements

Andrea Alsberg

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

If you are seeking a therapist who is warm, worldly, insightful, educated, and wise you cannot do better than to sit in session with Melissa. I give her my full recommendation!

Lisa Bohacek

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PATP

Melissa's innate ability to help clients feel safe and seen is matched by her capacity to facilitate deep growth through her tender application of therapeutic support and empathy. Melissa is a wonderful therapist and human.

Kate Hellen

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Melissa is a skilled therapist who brings an exceptional balance of depth and curiosity in to her work. Her clients are supported with a wealth of knowledge and compassion, leading to profound growth and healing.

Nicole Oliva

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Melissa is highly-skilled at helping her clients move through suffering and heal from trauma with warmth and compassion. She is deeply intentional in meeting clients where they are, and her therapeutic insight and creativity are exceptional.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Location

Primary Location

Playa Vista, CA 90094

(310) 742-8806

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Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

If you are interested in developing a deeper understanding of yourself and are ready to embark on a journey together, email or call.

Call for a free consultation now - (310) 742-8806

Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

If you are interested in developing a deeper understanding of yourself and are ready to embark on a journey together, email or call.

Call for a free consultation now - (310) 742-8806

Melissa W. Cooper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT