Melissa Fogle, LMFT
- Trauma and anxiety support
- Grief and life transitions
- DBT and EMDR informed
About Melissa Fogle
Melissa creates an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly and at a pace that feels right for each individual. She combines practical coping strategies with evidence-informed therapies to address stress, communication problems, control issues, and struggles with guilt or shame. Additional areas of focus include caregiver stress, forgiveness, life purpose, and women's issues.
Recognizing that seeking help requires courage, Melissa approaches therapy as a collaborative process. She supports clients in identifying goals, building skills, and pursuing a more fulfilling and balanced life, offering steady guidance throughout the healing process.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melissa Fogle have?
Melissa Fogle has 21 years of professional experience.
Is Melissa Fogle a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 94344.
In which languages does Melissa Fogle provide therapy?
Melissa provides therapy in English.
Where is Melissa Fogle located?
Melissa is located in California.
How can I work with Melissa Fogle as my therapist?
Sessions with Melissa can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Fogle work with international clients?
Melissa Fogle does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Fogle cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches for Online Healing and Skills-Based Support
Melissa integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into her practice to help clients build emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills - an approach that can be especially useful for managing intense anxiety, relationship strain, and overwhelming stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to help process and reduce the emotional impact of traumatic memories, supporting recovery from trauma and abuse.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Melissa collaborates with each person to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as therapy progresses to ensure the best fit.
Online sessions offer practical benefits for busy lives and those in transition. Video calls and phone sessions allow for face-to-face connection, while live chat and text-based messaging provide flexible options for checking in between meetings or when scheduling is limited. These formats make consistent care more accessible and allow therapy to fit into varied routines and responsibilities.