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Marriage and family therapists (MFTs) are mental health professionals trained in psychotherapy and family systems, and licensed to diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders within the context of marriage, couples and family systems.

Marriage and family therapists are a highly experienced group of practitioners, with an average of 13 years of clinical practice in the field of marriage and family therapy. They evaluate and treat mental and emotional disorders, other health and behavioral problems, and address a wide array of relationship issues within the context of the family system.

Marriage and family therapists broaden the traditional emphasis on the individual to attend to the nature and role of individuals in primary relationship networks such as marriage and the family.  MFTs take a holistic perspective to health care; they are concerned with the overall, long-term well-being of individuals and their families.

MFTs have graduate training (a Master's or Doctoral degree) in marriage and family therapy and at least two years of clinical experience. Marriage and family therapists are recognized as a "core" mental health profession, along with psychiatry, psychology, social work and psychiatric nursing.

Melissa Mendez currently offers individual, couples and family therapy sessions as well as a weekly grief support group via telehealth. 

Melissa Mendez is currently licensed in the states of Arizona, California, Florida, Indiana, Massachusetts, and Washington.

In our first session together, we will get to know one another with brief introductions and then I will give you time to share the specific challenges that are bringing you into the therapeutic space.  From there, we will begin to tailor a plan that will help you achieve your goals.  Each session will build upon the previous until we have reached your goals.  

Yes, Melissa Mendez accepts most major insurance providers in Arizona, California, Indiana, Massachusetts, and Washington. We also offer self-pay options for those without insurance, those who reside in Florida or those who prefer that method. 

Melissa Mendez sees clients Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm EST.