Melissa Cervantes-Oporta
Meet Melissa, a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. Holding an M.S. in Clinical Psychology with specializations in Clinical Counseling and Sex Therapy from Capella University, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge and a genuine desire to help others. Her foundation in psychology began at Kennesaw State University (Go Owls!), where she earned a B.S. in Psychology and a Minor in Statistics and Data Analysis. Melissa's diverse experience spans various settings, allowing her to connect with and support a wide range of individuals, including adults and children, couples, foster children, refugees, and Spanish speakers. She is also experienced in assisting those navigating challenges such as addiction, domestic violence, trafficking, and abuse. Adding a touch of warmth to her practice is Mochi, her three-year-old assistant clinical cat, who occasionally makes confidential appearances in telehealth sessions.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol Misuse or Abuse Anger management Anxiety Body Image Career Concerns College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Divorce Drug Addiction Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Immigration Stress Life Transitions Relationship Issues Self-esteem Self-harm Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sexuality Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Substance Abuse Suicidality Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Melissa Cervantes-Oporta is in network for the following plans:
Aetna Anthem Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance Optum Oscar Oxford Quest Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcarePaperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
1154101707Rates
| First session | $250 |
| Ongoing sessions | $185 |
Locations
Practice Hours
| Monday | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Attachment-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Culturally Sensitive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Multicultural Person-Centered Positive Psychology Strength-BasedModalities
Couples Family Groups IndividualsAge Groups
Children (6-10) Preteens (11-12) Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)Communities
First-Gen Immigrants People of Color UndocumentedMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 6
- License(s): GA-LPC014131
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
- Race(s): Latina
- Gender(s): Cisgender
- Sexual Orientation(s): Straight