Hi there! I am Dr. Melissa Soo Hoo, licensed psychologist and owner of Sequoia Counseling and Wellness Services, my solo private telehealth practice. I offer a brief and practical approach for the management of gastrointestinal concerns, pain conditions, anxiety, depression, or a combination (for adults).

If you are feeling alone, stuck, frustrated, or discouraged, 
I want to hear from you.

Let's find your solution together! 

Free 15 Minute Consultation

(ALL SOLICITATIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED)

​​telehealth services only (California) 
I accept Medicare, Optum/United Healthcare, Aetna or private pay.

Learn new strategies and find greater peace and courage. 

When you find yourself stuck and getting more frustrated or anxious, it's time to change directions and try a new approach. There might be unresolved issues from the past that are causing difficulties; depression or anxiety could be involved. Are you struggling to cope with a major life change? Or perhaps your enjoyment in life is impacted by health concerns and related stress, worry, and grief. If you can relate to these circumstances, therapy can provide you with insight, tools, and accountability to get you moving again. With time, effort, and support, you can learn to not feel so stressed out (come what may), understand yourself and your needs better, and feel more empowered.    

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Taking Steps to Better Your Life 

Offering compassionate and supportive, evidence-based therapy that focuses on physical, interpersonal, and  psychological/emotional/behavioral health while addressing: 

PAIN

Learn to self-manage
pain and find
​yourself again

GI SYMPTOMS AND GUT-BRAIN DYSFUNCTION

Learn to ease GI discomfort
and emotional distress

ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION

PSYCHOTHERAPY FOR CHRISTIAN CLIENTS

Learn to relax, enjoy
things, and engage
​with the world

Psychotherapy that is aligned with
​your beliefs and values

Meet Your Therapist

Hi there and welcome to my site! I'm Melissa Soo Hoo, a licensed clinical and health psychologist. I provide adult psychotherapy and counseling using telehealth statewide in California (I am located in Orange County). I'm glad you are here! 

This video is an introduction to the
​Sequoia Counseling and Wellness Services practice

Unfortunately, there is no reset button or magic pill to fix yourself and your life.

What do you do when you feel stuck, lost, overwhelmed, and all alone?

Good therapy is like being given tools and instructions and having a personalized expert guide to walk with you.

Once you feel reassured, empowered, equipped, and supported, you can move through life in a way that feels purposeful and effective.

I’m here to help guide you on your journey. 

Get back to living: Schedule your free consultation call today.

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