Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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2 Endorsed

Menlo Park, CA 94025

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I am particularly effective in working with bright and highly sensitive teens. During this pandemic, I believe that our most perceptive, sensitive adolescents are having the biggest mental health challenges with not seeing friends, family, and teachers on a more regular basis. I have extensive experience as a School Counselor in both private and public schools in the SF Bay Area. I also have designed and taught Social and Emotional Learning at several private schools. My ideal client is a teen facing the obstacles of anxiety, depression, learning challenges or social skills challenges at school or home.

I teach teens mindfulness based self-soothings skills that are highly effective for both anxiety and depression, especially during shelter in place and online learning. I also help teens learn about de-escalating conflict and conflict resolution, both at school and at home. We also practice tools based on Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

I am a former research manager at the Stanford Center for the Study of Families, Children and Youth. I have a deep understanding of academic research around child and adolescent development. In addition, I am the parent (and spouse) of individuals with ADHD, Sensory Issues, Dyslexia, Anxiety and OCD.

Call or Email Melissa Beacham Kelley now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 297-6607

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 297-6607

I have a few openings available for working one-on-one with teens by phone or video chat.

I specialize in Child, Parenting and School Issues

$225 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 297-6607

I have a few openings available for working one-on-one with teens by phone or video chat.

I specialize in Child, Parenting and School Issues

$225 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $225
Pay by Cash, Check

Insurance

Out of Network

I am out-of-network and provide a monthly Superbill for clients. Clients usually pay by check.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

I am out-of-network and provide a monthly Superbill for clients. Clients usually pay by check.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 104674 Melissa Beacham Kelley
Certificate from Feel Good Institute- CBT with Children and Teens CBT with Children and Teens / 2021
Certificate from Stepping Stones- IFS Level One IFS Level 1 Training / 2022
Attended Institute for Transpersonal Psychology , MA, Counseling Psychology, Graduated 1998

I have expertise in social science research related to children, teens and families from my work at the Stanford Family Studies Center.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

I have expertise in social science research related to children, teens and families from my work at the Stanford Family Studies Center.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Child
Parenting
School Issues

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Asperger's Syndrome
Behavioral Issues
Body Positivity
Depression
Education and Learning Disabilities
Family Conflict
Grief
Impulse Control Disorders
Mood Disorders
Navigating 504/ IEP services
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Sensory Sensitivity Issues
Stress

I work with neurodiverse children and teens who are usually struggling with learning disabilities at school. During our initial sessions, we explore what it means to be neurodiverse, and co-create strategies to improve emotional regulation skills at both school and home. Most of my clients experience huge transformations in their self-concept and their capacity to engage at school and at home.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

2 Endorsements

Lauren Smith Conaway

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Mary Pat Killoran

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

I have known Melissa for twenty years and I can honestly say that she is an exceptional therapist. With many years of life experience, she brings a deep well of wisdom to her practice. She approaches each session with warmth and compassion.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Teen

Participants

Individuals

Religion

Jewish

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Teen

Participants

Individuals

Religion

Jewish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Expressive Arts
Family Systems
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology

I often use a combination of CBT and Internal Family Systems in my work with children, teen, and families. In CBT, we explore patterns of thought- especially automatic negative thoughts- that lead to certain emotions and behaviors. In Internal Family Systems, we are able to talk about different parts of ourselves that might be in opposition to each other and find balance.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 297-6607

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Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Ventura

I have a few openings available for working one-on-one with teens by phone or video chat.

Call for a free consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

I have a few openings available for working one-on-one with teens by phone or video chat.

Call for a free consultation now - (650) 297-6607

Melissa Beacham Kelley

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT