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310.291.1448

Melissa Susman, LMFT, ATR, SEP

FAQ’s

  • I typically help people who are stuck in a pattern or rut, and are seeking something that will take them to a deeper level of healing or resolution. I currently only see adults. Often my clients have tried other approaches and they want more than talk therapy. I specialize in treating trauma, the psychological aspects of chronic illness.

  • Sessions are typically scheduled once per week, though there are no rules. The frequency is entirely related to the needs of the person.

  • Some goals are easily reached within a short timeframe (i.e., 5-10 sessions), while other goals require more sessions over a longer period of time.

  • Most sessions are 50 minutes.

  • I ask that you to pay at the time of service. If you’d like to be reimbursed by your insurance, I would be happy to provide you with a superbill that you can submit for reimbursement. You will need to check with your insurance company regarding coverage, and whether your insurer requires a referral in order for treatment costs to be reimbursed.

  • I do both. Sometimes we can work exclusively via telehealth. If you live in the state of California, where I am licensed, we can work remotely. All of the treatment modalities I use can be highly effective virtually. However, some clients prefer to come in person and for certain situations, it is necessary to do in person work. We can explore these issues in our phone consultation to ensure a match of needs and methods. I also work using a hybrid model for folks who live in Los Angeles.