Therapist

Virtual

Melissa Buttner

Adolescents, Adults, Couples

Specializes in ADHD Anxiety Behavior Modification Bipolar Disorder Depression Divorce/Blended Family Issues Eating Disorders Military/Veterans Treatment Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Panic Disorder Phobias Postpartum Issues PTSD Sleep Disorders Stress Trauma Women's Reproductive Issues (IVF, etc.) Anger Management Peripartum Therapy

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Dr. Melissa Mercedes, Ph.D., is a dedicated and licensed clinical psychologist specializing in perinatal mental health and the use of evidence-based therapies to address trauma, depression, and anxiety in adults and Adolescents. With extensive experience treating trauma, PTSD, and mood and anxiety disorders, Dr. Mercedes is committed to fostering healing and resilience in her clients. Dr. Mercedes earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Iowa and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UC Berkeley. She completed her internship at the University of Washington Harborview Medical Center, a Level 1 trauma facility, and went on to complete a two-year clinical research postdoctoral fellowship with the San Diego and West LA Veterans Centers. A certified yoga instructor with over 25 years of personal practice, Dr. Mercedes integrates yoga and meditation into her therapeutic approach, advocating for the profound healing power of these practices. Her holistic methods emphasize the connection between physical and emotional well-being, empowering clients to achieve comprehensive health. Beyond her professional life, Dr. Mercedes enjoys walking, yoga, cooking, and spending time with family. Her passion for integrative approaches to mental health shines through in both her personal and professional endeavors, making her a compassionate advocate for her clients’ overall well-being.

About Melissa Buttner

LOCATION Melissa Buttner, PhD Telehealth, San Francisco

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Adolescents Adults Couples

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English

Education:

Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology, University of Iowa)

Master of Arts (Clinical Psychology, University of Iowa)

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology, University of California, Berkeley)

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Alameda Alliance Anthem Blue Shield Carelon Behavioral Health Strategies Carelon Behavioral Health, Inc CCA Cigna ComPsych HEALTH NET Health Plan San Mateo KAISER Provider Network of America TRIWEST United Behavioral Health VHP WELLFLEET

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Missed and Late Cancel Office Policy: Our office requires two full business days’ notice (48 hours) to cancel or reschedule your appointment or your credit card will be charged a late cancellation fee. Saturdays, Sundays, and Legal Holidays are not counted as business days (i.e., if you have an appointment on Monday at 11:00 am, and you wish to change it without penalty, you would need to call our office on the preceding Thursday morning before 11:00 a.m. to avoid the late cancellation fee). The late cancellation fee is $150 for a session with a psychiatrist, or $100 for a session with a psychologist or master’s level therapist. If you are not present at the start time of your scheduled appointment, it may be marked as missed by your provider. Unfortunately, we cannot bill your insurance for late cancellations, missed sessions, and appointments with too little time. We apologize that there are no exceptions to the late cancellation policy.

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