Merissa Mathews, LCSW
(she/her)
About Me
As a Psychotherapist, I am passionate about supporting my clients in finding their path, removing the things that don’t serve them, and finding the things that empower them. I am understanding, compassionate, and respectful to my clients’ individual experiences. I work with all ages and help guide my clients in building a strong foundation for a new way to experience, engage, and see life.
Education & Experience
I bring to my practice extensive experience as a clinical trauma therapist, EMDR clinician, and addiction treatment. I received my BA in Psychology from CSUSM and my Masters in Social Work from USC. I am a certified EMDR therapist and use an attachment based approach.
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- LGBTQ+
Language
- English
