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Melissa Castillo, PhD, MDiv, MPA

Licensed Clinical Psychologist Valley Light Counseling
Telehealth Telehealth
Available next week
Specializes in: Spirituality and Religion, Anxiety, Depression, Perinatal and Postpartum Mood Concerns, Trauma,
In network with Husky, Aetna, Cigna Healthcare, UnitedHealthcare, Optum,

Introduction

Melissa Castillo is a clinical psychologist licensed to practice telehealth in all PSYPACT states. She accepts insurance in Connecticut, Florida and Massachusetts. Her holistic, culturally informed approach includes cognitive behavioral therapies and other research-based treatments tailored to clients' unique needs. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, perinatal/postpartum concerns, narcissistic abuse, and integrating client spirituality into therapy. Dr. Castillo accepts Aetna, Anthem CT, Blue Cross Blue Shield (Massachusetts), Carelon Behavioral Health, Inc., Christian Brothers Services for Aetna and Cigna, Cigna, Health Plans Inc., Husky CT, Meritain, Nippon, Optum, Oscar, Oxford Health Plans, Providence Health Plan, Surest, Trustmark Health Benefits for Aetna and Cigna, Trustmark Small Business Benefits - Aetna, UHC Student Resources, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • Ph. D. #3993 (CT)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Groups
  • Classes

Communities

  • Communities of Faith/Spirituality
  • Women
  • Adolescents
  • College Students

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Catholic
  • Jewish
  • Agnostic
  • Atheist
  • Multi-Faith
  • Interfaith
  • Buddhist
  • Hindu

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Melissa Castillo, PhD, MDiv, MPA accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Husky
  • Aetna
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Optum
  • Anthem CT

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Intake (Initial Session) $250
  • Individual Session $200
  • Support Group Session $25 - $80
  • Workshops/Seminars $50 - $250

Locations

Valley Light Counseling
777 West Putnam Ave Suite 300
Greenwich, CT 06830-5091
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Valley Light Counseling Melissa Castillo

Professional Information

Education

  • Doctoral Degree, Clinical Psychology - School of Psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary

Certifications

  • CBT
  • Perinatal Mental Health
  • Trauma
  • Narcissistic Abuse

Professional Affiliations

  • American Psychiatric Association (APA)
  • Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS)

FAQ

Is Melissa Castillo, PhD, MDiv, MPA accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Melissa Castillo, PhD, MDiv, MPA is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website.
Does Melissa Castillo, PhD, MDiv, MPA offer telehealth appointments? Melissa Castillo, PhD, MDiv, MPA does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Melissa Castillo, PhD, MDiv, MPA specialize in? Melissa Castillo, PhD, MDiv, MPA specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, Multicultural Concerns, Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality and Religion, and Trauma.
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