Christine Ann R. Melendres
Christine Ann R. Melendres
Psychotherapist / Master of Social Work / LIcensed Clinical Social Worker
Gender
Female
Ethnicity/Nationality
Filipina American
Language / Dialect
English
Tagalog
Familiarity with Faith
Catholicism
Focus
Abuse
Adjustment Disorder
Anger Concerns, Anger Management
Anxiety
Body Image: Obesity, Underweight, Weight Gain, Insecurity with Body
Burnout
Colonial Mentality
Compassion Fatigue
Coping Skills
Cultural & Systemic Oppression
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief and Loss
Historical / Intergenerational Trauma
Identity Development
Immigration Concerns, Acculturation
Job Stress
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Microaggressions
Multi-Racial / Bi-Racial / Multi-Ethnic Experience
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Personal Growth
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Antepartum, Postpartum
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues, Marriage Issues
Self-Esteem
Sexual Abuse or Sexual Assault
Sleep or Insomnia
Social Phobia
Spirituality
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Treatment
Brainstorming
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Exposure Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Harm Reduction Therapy
Life Coaching
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Solution-Focused
Sound Healing
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused
Trauma Informed
Modality
Elder
Individual
About
Hi there! My name is Christine R. Melendres and my pronouns are she/her/siya. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist in the state of California, and the Founder of Sweet Mango Therapy Group, Inc. I was born in Iba, Zambales, home of the sweetest mangoes in the world confirmed by the Guinness Book of World Records.
My family and I immigrated to the United States from the Philippines when I was 3 years old. I am the eldest granddaughter from both sides of my family, the first to graduate college in the United States, and the only licensed therapist in my family. I grew up in Daly City, California and have been involved in community work since the age of 12. My interest in the mental health field stems from my own immigration experiences and bicultural identity.
I specialize in helping high-achieving, young professional women of color (particularly those who identify as Asian American) who struggle with anxiety find clarity and reclaim their self-worth. My approach is culturally sensitive, person-centered, trauma-informed and warm. I am also a Brainspotting Practitioner and use interventions appropriate to your situation. I have 10 years of experience working in various clinical settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and a group home for homeless pregnant women in crisis. I have also helped hundreds of individuals and families in the Bay Area, and have extensive experience facilitating retreats, workshops and national conferences. Some fun facts about me: I enjoy playing with my two young children, watching comedy shows with my husband, listening to podcasts, and indoor cycling.
Qualifications
Psychotherapist
Master of Social Work
Licensed Clinical Social Worker / 96049
Years in Practice: 10
School: San Francisco State University
Location
San Ramon, CA
(925) 665-3668
Online / remote services available
Pricing
$230 — $300 per session
Sliding Scale available
Accepted Insurance
Out of Network