ABOUT
mmp therapy
Online therapy for anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship struggles.
holistic therapy for the whole person
MELISSA MORAIS PARR, MA, LMFT
Hello!
I specialize in treating those struggling with anxiety, depression, and past trauma.
I’m also passionate about supporting moms through the postpartum time and throughout their parenting.
Taking that first step for help can be difficult. Choosing to see a therapist means that you have decided that you want things to change in your life.
Whatever your reasons for seeking help, I’m here to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental place to explore your concerns and develop new tools.
Therapy is a great tool to help you learn more about yourself and guide you to feeling better and happier.
My Services
My Values
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Everyone has an important story to tell and that they have an unique experience and perspective that deserves to be heard and respected.
I offer an inclusive and safe space for everyone, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, those in the LGBTQ+ community, and all other marginalized groups.
We are all equal and deserve to be treated as so. Everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and understood.
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I recognize that our country has been built on White Privilege with a lens of Heteronormativity and Able-Bodied that creates systemic and oppressive barriers for those in the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, those with disabilities, and other marginalized groups. I am committed to continue to learn about how I can be Anti-Racist and an Ally. I will continue to check my own White Privilege and use my Privilege to be a voice for change.
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Being authentic as a therapist is important to me. This includes being transparent in session fees, which you will find here, any diagnosis, and treatment prognosis.
I also welcome and will elicit feedback. If there is anything I ask that you are not comfortable sharing, that is okay! Also, if I say something that is confusing, offensive, or just does not connect, please let me know.
I view therapy as a collaborative process and I am always open to hearing how you are thinking/feeling about the therapy process. Ultimately you know your life best and I'm here to help support you in living the life that you want to have.
My Education & Experience
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Masters of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy from Alliant International University of San Diego
Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (License Number 52656)
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Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certificate Program
Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional Certification
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Training Certification
TeleMental Health Certification
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Advanced Training
Gottman Couples Therapy Training, Level 1
Special Education Advocacy Program
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Current owner of MMP Therapy, providing online Individual therapy to adults in California.
Previous Director and Clinical Supervisor of an adolescent short-term residential mental health program.
Previous Director of a nonprofit, community counseling clinic. Provided Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy.
Previously provided therapeutic services to students and their families at local elementary, middle, and high schools.
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Member of California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists (CAMFT)
I consider myself a lifelong student. Here is more about my education and experience.
What Clients are Saying
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