Robertson Melissa, PHD

Specialties

When is it appropriate to call a psychologist?

–Depression: Feeling sad, lack of energy, poor appetite, sleep difficulties, decreased sex drive, no interest in living

–Anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias: Worry and nervousness which interfere with normal activities

–Self-​esteem issues: Lack of assertion, poor self-​image, or discomfort with physical appearance.

–Communication problems, unresolved conflict and violence in the family

–Emotional difficulties resulting from serious health problems

–Eating disorders

–Repeated disappointments in relationships with others

–School learning and behavior difficulties

–Stress-​related problems such as pain or headaches which have not responded to medical treatment

–Divorce, and parent-​child or parent-​teen conflicts

–Career change, work-​related stress and job loss

–Search for identity and personal growth

–Emotional responses to loss or severe trauma

History

Established in 1991.

Melissa Robertson, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been in private practice in Whittier, CA since 1991. She received her B.A. degree from Northwestern University in Chicago, and her Ph.D. degree from the California School of Professional Psychology. She is also a published author, a member of the American Psychological Association, and a Qualified Medical Evaluator.