Melissa Ortiz
Meeting you where you are — with warmth, empathy, and a genuine commitment to your growth.
Meeting you where you are — with warmth, empathy, and a genuine commitment to your growth.
I'm Melissa Ortiz, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in San Clemente, California. I believe that therapy works best when it begins with genuine connection — and that's exactly what I bring to every session.
My approach is rooted in meeting you where you are. Whether you're navigating a difficult life transition, working through anxiety or depression, or processing trauma, I'm here as an active listener who is warm, responsive, and positive. I hold a Master of Arts in Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy, and I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities to tailor our work together to your unique needs.
I strive to create an authentic and empathetic space where you feel safe to explore, grow, and move toward the life you want.
I work with individuals and adults of all ages on a wide range of concerns.
Managing worry, panic, and the weight of overthinking so you can feel grounded again.
Finding your way through the fog toward hope, energy, and reconnection with what matters.
Navigating major changes — career shifts, moves, loss, or new beginnings — with clarity and support.
Improving communication, setting boundaries, and building healthier connections with the people in your life.
Processing painful experiences in a safe space so they no longer control your present.
Rebuilding confidence and learning to see yourself with the compassion you deserve.
I also work with concerns including grief, family conflict, parenting, divorce, stress, anger management, codependency, and more.
I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I draw from several evidence-based modalities and tailor our work together based on what feels right for you. My foundation is in client-centered and solution-focused therapy, meaning our sessions are guided by your goals and focused on building practical skills for real change.
All sessions are held via secure telehealth video, so you can attend from the comfort of your own space. Sessions are 60 minutes.
I accept over 50 insurance providers through Rula, including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare, and many more.
Based in San Clemente, California. Since all sessions are virtual, I can work with clients throughout the state of California.
Rula is the platform I use to handle scheduling, insurance verification, and payments — making it easy for you to book sessions and use your insurance benefits without the hassle.
Starting therapy can feel like a big decision. I'm here to make it as easy and comfortable as possible. Book a session through Rula to get started.
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