Melinda is wonderful. She knows how to listen and how to get you to listen to your own feelings when overwhelmed. She's great at helping you find solutions for yourself. She's very understanding and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone she is matched with.
Melinda Katahara, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melinda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Melinda. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
She’s great, I’m very happy
More about Melinda
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Coping with life changes
Licenses
Melinda Katahara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497821060.
- LCSW · California · 28800 · Expires September 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Melinda Katahara
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melinda is wonderful. She knows how to listen and how to get you to listen to your own feelings when overwhelmed. She's great at helping you find solutions for yourself. She's very understanding and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone she is matched with.
She’s great, I’m very happy
Best therapist I've ever had
Frequently asked questions
Does Melinda Katahara offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melinda Katahara works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Melinda Katahara speak?
Melinda Katahara speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melinda Katahara have?
Melinda Katahara has 18 years of experience.
Where is Melinda Katahara licensed to practice?
Melinda Katahara is licensed to practice in California.
Does Melinda Katahara accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melinda Katahara does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Melinda Katahara?
Melinda Katahara can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Melinda Katahara?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.