About Mela Counseling – Los Angeles
Mela Counseling is located in Los Angeles, California and they provide outpatient counseling and treatment for individuals who are struggling with mental health and substance abuse disorders. The approach is based on compassion and empathy and offers a non judgemental environment. They accept Medi Cal and MyHealthLA along with other insurance and they work with the justice system to offer treatment to those who need help.
Outpatient treatment gives you the flexibility to work or attend school while getting the help you need. They offer general outpatient care and an intensive outpatient program (IOP). The therapy you receive can help you understand the roots of addiction and allow you to work through trauma. You can also learn healthy coping mechanisms when you feel triggered or stressed. These changes allow you to create a new life free of substance use.
What makes Mela Counseling unique is that they welcome drop in visitors even if you don’t have an appointment. If you need a quiet and safe place to spend time they have books and TV along with a quiet space you can relax. Most counseling offices are open to clients with an appointment only and it’s great that this center is willing to open its doors to people who aren’t current clients.
There are a variety of other services as well. Because substance abuse not only affects you but your loved ones as well they provide parenting classes. This can help you strengthen your parenting skills and learn to communicate effectively with your child. This can be a great way to maintain healthy boundaries and learn from other parents, while improving your relationship with your child.
Clients can also access anger management classes and domestic violence classes. This can be helpful for those involved with the justice system as these classes are often court ordered. They also offer private drug testing for employers.
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