Therapist in Irvine, California Melissa Simpson, Therapist
License: LMFT
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 27-64
Appointments: Telehealth only. In-office visits not available
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Melissa Simpson, LMFT
Missy uses an eclectic, holistic approach to therapy, tailoring each client’s treatment according to their individual needs and supporting them in their healing process. In her sessions with clients, she creates a peaceful, compassionate, and safe therapeutic environment so she can work together with each client on the problems that have held them back from living a full and happy life. Missy helps her clients discover the root of their problems, process the underlying issues, and develop a plan to overcome current obstacles which might impede progress.
Missy works with adults with issues such as anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship problems, social problems, dating issues, communication issues, stress management, loss, trauma, and abuse. Additionally, she is trained in EMDR treatment which she uses with some clients to process trauma, abuse, and/or negative thoughts, etc. which can make life and relationships more difficult.
Expertise
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)-EAP
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- ComPsych
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Magellan
- Managed Health Network (HealthNet)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
Interventions
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education
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Azusa Pacific University
Graduate School | 2003
Azusa, CA, United States
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Melissa Simpson. You can also call 925-282-1778 to have someone assist you.
Melissa Simpson generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 925-282-1778 to find out Melissa Simpson's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Melissa Simpson:
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)-EAP
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- ComPsych
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Magellan
- Managed Health Network (HealthNet)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 925-282-1778 to see how we can help.
Melissa Simpson is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Yes, Melissa Simpson does offer online telehealth visits.
No, Melissa Simpson is currently offering online telehealth only visits.