Melissa Strombeck, IMFT & Associates

As a psychotherapist, I practice with the belief that therapy can be a rich and vital exploration into understanding the deepest parts of our selves: the parts we cherish as well as the parts we want to change. These patterns can manifest in many ways: as anxiety, as depression, as phobias, as unexplained physical illness or pain, as addiction, even as rage. These symptoms can affect many areas of

our lives, including relationships, work, self esteem, creativity, and sexuality. Change is possible when these patterns can be expressed and understood in an open, safe and accepting space. With good communication and trust between client and therapist, the therapeutic environment becomes such a space. The therapeutic session becomes a path to awareness and an environment for healing and empowerment. The path is different for everyone, but eventually with a commitment to open exploration, psychotherapy has the potential to lead to exciting, healthy change. I am committed to working with adult individuals, couples, and families to further this change. I am LGBTQ affirming and dedicated to working with clients in traditionally underserved and stigmatized communities.