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Dr. Melissa Santiago, Psy.D

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Clinical Psychologist at Providing bilingual services in English and Spanish
Miami Lakes Florida 33014

305-998-9806

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Name
Dr. Melissa Santiago, Psy.D
Practice
Providing bilingual services in English and Spanish
Position
Clinical Psychologist
Profession
Therapist
Phone Number
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Location
6625 Miami Lakes Dr
Suite 323
Miami Lakes, Florida, 33014
United States

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Message from Therapist

"Can any one of you by worrying
add a single hour to your life."
Matthew 6:27


Anxiety is So Real… and So Hard

Life is getting harder by the minute. Find a solution now.

You’re barely functioning. The last time you had a good night’s sleep seems like ages ago.

Everything causes you stress: work, family, school, you name it.

You don’t feel like yourself or know how long you can hold it together.

There’s nowhere to find peace.

When your anxiety is at its worst, dreadful panic attacks appear.

Your anxiety has stopped you from enjoying vacations, social and family gatherings, and attending work.

It’s taken over your life.

You’ve begun questioning your faith.

“Why is this happening to me?” “Am I being punished?” “Is the devil attacking me?” 

Anxiety feels like it’s here to stay, and you’re beginning to lose hope.

The Bible tells you:
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." Philippians 4:6

The Bible tells you to trust God and not be afraid, but you feel you can't. 

You think, “God is not answering my prayers.” 

I can tell you, “He hasn’t answered them… Yet”

I can help you get your life back.

Being Catholic is part of your identity, so you want help from someone who understands your faith.

Remember Jesus sends helpers to those who seek it. He sends helpers like me, a worker of God who is specialized in stress and anxiety. As a practicing Catholic and neuropsychologist, I am able to combine mind, body, and soul into your healing journey.

Anxiety is real, but I can show you how to control it. 

I can help you make sense of what you are feeling and help you restore your peace.

Let’s start your journey and calm the storm together.

I have helped many people use their faith as an instrument to overcome panic attacks and learn to cope with anxiety. I can help you too.

Don’t wait any longer. Call me.

Dr. Santiago


Practice Info

Bio:
Meet Dr. Melissa Santiago:

My doctoral training was exceptional; however, my personal life made me a strong psychologist. I lived through my share of struggles, adjustments, caregiving of my husband, and parenting while finishing my career amidst it all.

Being overwhelmed with responsibilities and struggling through life was me in 2014. I opened my private practice in 2015 to have the flexibility needed to continue the care for my husband after his traumatic brain injury and care for my young children. During that time of my life, I learned to be wise and courageous. I worked through my anxieties and unpredictable outcomes, allowing me to create happiness within the darkness.

My faith plays a significant role in my life and helps me during tough times. My faith also provides me with the knowledge to help you go through your battles. I want to teach that it is not about stopping life’s hardships but about finding your way through the journey. I decided to become a faith-based practitioner because I felt something was missing in sessions despite my training. As human beings, our spirituality is essential to us and should be incorporated in therapy.

My mission is to help you understand your emotions to live a healthy life. I believe that a productive mind is essential for a healthy life. A productive mind is courageous and capable of handling uncertainties and coping with adversities. That is why I named my private practice Productive Minds.
Hours of Operation
Monday 9am -5pm
Tuesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-6pm
Accepted Forms of Payments
Cash, all major credit cards, and Carecredit
Credentials, Training, Qualifications:
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D)
Concentration: Neuropsychology
What licenses do you currently hold?:
Psychologist - Florida
License number:
PY9429
Are you in private practice?:
Yes
Are you available to provide supervision services?:
No
Do you participate in any insurance plans?:
No
Telephone/Video counseling:
Yes
Please list all languages that you speak:
English and Spanish
I treat the following:
Individuals Adolescents Anxiety Disorders Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Post Abortion Syndrome Obsessive Compulsive Disorder/Scrupulosity
Other Specialties:
Affair recovery, Couples therapy for one (the unfaithful)
I use the following methods:
Prayer Brief Solution Focused Therapy
Please describe other treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Are You A Practicing Catholic?
Yes
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More About Dr. Melissa Santiago, Psy.D

I love my career, but my family is a big part of who I am. I’m blessed to have found the right family/work/personal balance. When not helping you, I volunteer at my parish, visiting homebound individuals, and participate in different parish ministries. 

Other enjoyments include spending time with my family, planning vacations, going to the beach, watching a movie, and reading a book.



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