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Melody Lavian
PSYD

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High satisfaction rate with clients

Nice to meet you

I’m Dr. Melody Lavian, a licensed psychologist specializing in anxiety, trauma, and the unique stresses and joys of parenting. I also support college students navigating academic pressures, life transitions, and emotional growth. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, grounded in genuine connection and evidence-based interventions that promote meaningful change. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel understood and supported as you gain insight, build resilience, and create lasting positive change.

About Melody

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Blue Shield of California, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Out-of-pocket

Communication Style

Affirming, Engaging, Open-minded, Warm

Focus areas

ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Stress, Trauma

Experienced with

Blended families, Neurodivergence, Parents, Students

Years of Experience

9+
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I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel understood and supported as you gain insight, build resilience, and create lasting positive change.

License number

#29452

Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English, Persian

Education

PsyD - Clinical Psychology, Loma Linda. University Predoctoral Internship - Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services Postdoctoral Fellowship - Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Interests

When I’m not working, I enjoy cooking, baking, reading, writing, taking walks, trying new restaurants, working on jigsaw puzzles, and spending time with friends and family.

License details

Melody Lavian,
Doctor of Psychology
#29452 (exp September 2027)