Melissa Scheckner, LCSW – Therapist in Santa Cruz, CA | Mindpath Health
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About
Mindpath College Health serves college and university students, faculty, and staff.
Melissa’s approach to therapy is person-centered, trauma-informed, and LGBTQIA+ affirming. She believes individuals are the experts of their own story, and therapy should be a safe, supportive space to be your full self without judgment. Melissa values honesty, empathy, and authenticity, and tailors her approach to fit the client’s unique needs and comfort level. Whether navigating an eating disorder recovery, a life transition, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, or other concerns, she aims to create a space where clients feel seen, respected, and supported.
Melissa’s journey into the mental health field began through her own experiences with therapy. While navigating life’s challenges, therapy offered a safe, non-judgmental space to reflect and grow. She strives to provide that same sense of safety, compassion, and empowerment for others as they navigate their own paths toward healing and growth.
Outside of work, Melissa enjoys listening to her vinyl record collection, baking, reading, and searching for sea glass along the beach. She also loves traveling, exploring museums in new cities, spending time with family and friends, working on puzzles, and watching documentaries.
Quick Facts
- Role: (LCSW)
- Gender: Female
- Works with: Adults
- Languages: English
- Location: 740 Front St STE 220 Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Education & Certifications
- Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology – University of Southern California
Location & Telehealth Availability
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Adjustment disorder
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Grief & loss
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Mental health consultation/evaluation
- Eating disorders
- Gender-affirming mental health care
- LGBTQIA+
- Women’s mental health
Office Location
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Melissa Scheckner is a therapist with Mindpath Health in Santa Cruz, California. Her profile lists the Santa Cruz office location at 740 Front St, STE 220, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
Melissa Scheckner’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, panic attacks/disorders, stress management, trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief & loss, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mental health consultation/evaluation.
Melissa Scheckner works with adults.
Melissa does not offer medication management.
Melissa Scheckner’s office is located at 740 Front St, STE 220, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
Melissa Scheckner’s profile lists English as her language.
The clinician page includes a “Schedule Now” option for booking with Mindpath Health.
Melissa Scheckner top insurers are Adventist Health, Aetna, Alameda Alliance, Alignment Health Plan Medicare Advantage Plan, Anthem Blue Cross Commercial, Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Plan, Anthem Medi-Cal, Blue Shield of CA, Carelon/Beacon Health Options, Cash – Self Pay, Cigna, First Health, Health Net, Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ), Medi-Cal, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental, Northern Kaiser, Optum / UBH, Partnership HealthPlan of California, Scripps Health Plan, Sharp Health Plan, Sutter, United Healthcare, and Wellfleet Student Plan.