Photograph of Melissa Cipres, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Melissa Cipres

She/Her
Melissa
is a therapist at Two Chairs.
Melissa brings a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their life experiences, while also being mindful of client's cultural identities and how they shape their experiences and worldviews. In sessions, Melissa brings a calm presence and will listen to clients with no judgment, and from a place of empathy. She helps clients find their own strengths and helps empower them to address their challenges. Melissa enjoys seeing clients' progress throughout their journey in therapy and rediscovering their inner strengths, confidence, and self-love.

In her spare time, Melissa enjoys exploring national parks, binge watching TV shows, watching sunsets, and going on walks. She finds joy in music, concerts, and spending time with her daughter.

License Information

Education and Experience

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Rula
  • Clinician at Momentum for Health
  • Clinician at Alum Rock Counseling Center
  • Master's in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Santa Clara University

Modalities

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Clinical Issues

Anxiety
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

Specialties

Burnout
Cultural or racial identity
Family Issues
Gender or Sexual Identity
Men's Issues
Relationships
Role Transitions
Self Esteem
Stress
Women's Issues
Work or Careers