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Melanie Landau , MA, MSW
Relationship and Attachment Coach
Telehealth Available
Melanie Landau
Credentials
Type of Therapist:
Relationship and Attachment Coach
Primary Degree(s):
MA, MSW
Finances
Average Cost Per Session:
Insurance Accepted:
N/A
Discounts Available:
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      Credentials
      Type of Therapist:

      Relationship and Attachment Coach

      Primary Degree(s):

      MA, MSW

      Finances
      Average Cost Per Session:

      Insurance Accepted:

      N/A

      Discounts Available:

      N/A

      ABOUT THE THERAPIST

      I help clients see and understand their patterns and create secure functioning relationships. 

       

      My Approach to Helping:

      I believe that recovery and growth are possible even in the aftermath of profound adversity. 

      Life is sacred. You are worth it.

       

      Specific Issues I'm Skilled at Helping With:

      -bringing awareness and shifting repetitive patterns in relationships

      -transforming patterns of codependency

      -learning how to take responsibility instead of blaming others

      -increasing capacity to hold and soothe oneself while simultaneously being authentic with loved ones

      -using clear and direct communication

      -knowing ones boundaries and looking after them

       

      My Role as a Therapist:

      I am compassionate as well as willing to challenge my clients to see their patterns and grow in personal responsibilty and emotional maturity. 

      Additional Information About my Practice:

      I integrate somatic practices with a systemic perspective including couple and family dynamics, as well as working with intergenerational and collective legacies and burdens.

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      QUALIFICATIONS

      Degree
      Education
      Year of Graduation

      MA

      Latrobe University

      1999

      MSW

      Wurzweiler School of Social Work

      2025


      Degree
      MA

      Education
      Latrobe University

      Year of Graduation
      1999

      Degree
      MSW

      Education
      Wurzweiler School of Social Work

      Year of Graduation
      2025
      Years in Practice

      8

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      ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS

      EMDR - Personal Tranformation Institute - 2025

      PhD on feminism and Jewish marriage 2010

      Rabbinic Ordination Yeshivah Maharat 2016

      Yoga Teacher training 2011

      Massage Therapy Practitioner 1996

      Clinical Pastoral Education Level 1 1998

      IFS Level 1 - Israel IFS - 2025

      PhD - Monash University - 2010

      DISTANCE COUNSELING

      Telephone Counseling, Online Therapy

      BLOG POSTS

      Three Ways That Differentiation- Based Couples Therapy Changed My Life

      The more that my sense of self is reflected to me by others the more I make myself vulnerable to be manipulated and gaslit. If I want to be loved, liked, appreciated by the other person more than I listen to myself then I set myself up for trouble.


      PRIMARY SPECIALTIES

      Codependency

      Couples / Relationship / Marriage Counseling

      Grief

      Sexual Issues

      Trauma / Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD

      ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES

      Addictions

      Anxiety / Panic

      Family Issues

      Holistic

      Life Transitions

      Spiritual Concerns

      CLIENT FOCUS

      Population

      Adults
      Couples
      Men
      Women

      Languages Spoken

      Hebrew
      English

      TREATMENT APPROACH

      DreamworkModern dreamwork asserts that the only person that can make meaning of their dream is the dreamer, which is what separates dreamwork from dream interpretation. In dreamwork, the practitioner is a guide in the exploration of the dream, with the client making meaning of the dream for themselves. The reason the practitioner is only a guide is because thoughts, emotions, as well as meaning of symbols are deeply personal and subjective. Dreams can be used to uncover hidden feelings and beliefs, develop self-awareness, and gain insight into problems and potential solutions. Dreamwork is often paired with other therapeutic modalities.

      Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy treatment that was originally designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. It uses a structured approach to address the past events that may be causing current distress, and uses bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements, to activate different neural networks in the brain in order to reduce symptoms of trauma. EMDR has been found to be effective for a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

      Guided ImageryGuided imagery is a form of visualization used for relaxation and healing. It uses the power of the imagination to create positive changes in a person's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is also used to reduce stress and anxiety, cope with physical and emotional pain, increase motivation, confidence, and self-esteem, and to improve focus and concentration. During a guided imagery session, the practitioner will guide the client through a series of visualizations, using words and descriptions to help them create mental images in their mind. These visualizations can take many forms, such as a comforting place from the past or the client’s future goals.

      Somatic Experiencing (SE)Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a body-oriented approach to the healing of trauma and other physical and psychological stresses. It is based on the idea that the body is a powerful source of healing and that unresolved trauma can be resolved through the process of bringing awareness and attention to the physical sensations of the body. By gradually and gently guiding individuals through the sensations associated with their traumatic experience, SE can help to restore balance and well-being more quickly and effectively than traditional psychotherapy. SE utilizes the body’s natural ability to regulate and heal itself and supports individuals in developing more resilience and self-regulation. Somatic Experiencing aims to help people move past the place where they might be “stuck” in processing a traumatic event. SE is often used to treat symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.

      Systems Theory / TherapySystems therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on understanding how people's behavior is affected by their relationships with others. This form of therapy is based on the idea that the individual is embedded within a larger system, such as a family unit or work environment, and that changes to that system can cause changes in an individual's behavior. Systems therapy emphasizes the importance of understanding how these systems interact and how they can be changed to improve the individual's mental health. The therapist works to identify patterns of behavior in the system, identify areas of conflict or stress, and help the individuals develop strategies to make changes within the system that will lead to healthier outcomes.

      Family Constellations, Ancestral Medicine, Body Awareness, Building Secure Attachment

      SERVICES OFFERED

      Individual Therapy
      Coaching
      Consultation
      Couples Therapy
      Workshops/Educating

      BLOG POSTS

      Three Ways That Differentiation- Based Couples Therapy Changed My Life

      The more that my sense of self is reflected to me by others the more I make myself vulnerable to be manipulated and gaslit. If I want to be loved, liked, appreciated by the other person more than I listen to myself then I set myself up for trouble.