Therapeutic Approach

Taking the first step toward therapy is a powerful and personal decision—especially for those who are used to pushing through. Whether you’re someone who strives for growth, leads others, or simply tries to keep everything under control, the pressure to always perform can become overwhelming.

If you’ve found yourself pausing—because of burnout, anxiety, self-doubt, or a sense that something’s missing—that pause is meaningful. It's often the first step toward deeper clarity, healing, and change.

At our practice, we work with thoughtful, driven individuals who are often seen as strong and capable by others. Many of our clients are Asian Americans navigating cultural expectations, elite athletes managing performance pressure, entrepreneurs juggling uncertainty and ambition, or high achievers facing the cost of always “doing more.” But we also work with people who may not identify with any of those labels—just people who are ready to explore what’s beneath the surface.

We understand the mental and emotional weight that can come with success, responsibility, and high standards—whether they come from others or from within. Therapy offers a space to slow down, get honest, and reconnect with your values, your identity, and what truly matters to you.

You don’t need to be in crisis to begin. You just need to be willing to take an honest look at what’s working—and what’s not.

We offer a supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your story, understand your patterns, and start making choices that align with who you really are—not just who you’ve felt you needed to be. Together, we’ll work to reduce the noise of perfectionism, comparison, and pressure—and build a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.

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Meet the Founder

Melissa Steiner, LMFT, CCTP, CTMH

Melissa Steiner, LMFT, CCTP, CTMH, has over 15 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds in both clinical and outpatient settings. Her passion for mental health began in her teenage years, driven by a desire to support young people in their identity development and to help individuals recognize their worth and potential. Melissa has extensive experience working with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) clients, professional athletes, Olympians and individuals in the TV and media industries. She offers consultation for television projects and provides training to other mental health professionals.

Melissa Steiner attended the University of Southern California (USC) for undergrad and later received her master’s degree in Psychology. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with both the Board of Behavioral Sciences of California and the Georgia Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists. She is a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT), as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider (CTMH). She received training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for Anxiety and Trauma. She has also completed training in Alternatives for Families A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT), a trauma-informed, evidence-based intervention designed to improve the relationship between children and their caregivers.

Melissa Steiner's specialties include transitional life changes, anxiety, depression, vulnerability, trauma from Reality TV participation, Asian American and Pacific Islander challenges, interracial relationships, stress from family expectations and coping with the impact of generational traumas. She started Broadening Horizon to provide a safe space for therapeutic healing and transformation.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, California LMFT#88210
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Georgia MFT#001610
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, CCTP #500024
Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider, CTMH # 951097

Therapeutic Approach

Get Started Today

Meet the Founder

Melissa Steiner, LMFT, CCTP, CTMH

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