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- DBT skills
- EMDR work
- Grief support
About Melissa
LMFT Melissa Fogle is a California licensed marriage and family therapist with 21 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not work with international clients.
Melissa uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) in her work. She helps people manage intense feelings and reduce symptoms that interfere with daily life. She also supports those navigating bereavement, shifts in motivation, and stages of life that feel confusing or overwhelming.
In sessions she talks through what is happening now and the behaviors that keep problems going. She helps people learn practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. When trauma is part of the picture, she may use EMDR techniques aimed at processing distressing memories.
Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. She and the client set goals together and check progress as therapy continues. Sessions are aimed at improving day-to-day coping and rebuilding confidence after difficult experiences.
Melissa’s work includes attention to caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, self-love, and women’s issues. She explains methods and next steps so people know what to expect before scheduling a session.
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How DBT and EMDR are used in online care
DBT focuses on teaching practical skills for regulating emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It uses short, teachable strategies that people can practice between sessions to manage anxiety and relationship stress.EMDR is an approach used to work with distressing memories and trauma symptoms. It involves guided processing of troubling memories to reduce their emotional impact and help people feel less overwhelmed by past events.
Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, symptoms, and personal preferences and then try methods that fit the client’s needs. Adjustments are made over time based on what helps most.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing check-ins during breaks. Some approaches lend themselves to shorter skill-focused visits, while others may use longer sessions for in-depth processing. A therapist and client plan the rhythm and length of sessions to match practical constraints and therapeutic goals.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, and women’s issues.
What therapy approaches are used?
Her documented approaches include Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She explains how these methods might apply to a person’s situation during intake.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 21 years of professional work experience. That time has included supporting people through anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMFT licensed in California. Sessions are offered from her California practice location.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the booking process before scheduling.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the matching and scheduling steps.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The questionnaire helps match needs and preferences before the first appointment.
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