Psic. Melissa González R.
Co-founder · CEO
Author of the MTPA · runs the initial assessments
Psychologists in Tijuana · Adults 18+
Individual psychotherapy.With clear direction.
A team of psychologists in Tijuana, specialized in adults. We work with our own therapeutic model: what to address first, how progress is measured, and the pace to work at.
No-cost initial assessment · 30 min
Video call and limited in-person
Natively bilingual EN/ES
Since 2013
Bilingual clinical team
in Tijuana, B.C.
in Tijuana, B.C.
More than a decade in practice
A cohesive clinical team since 2013
Therapeutic chat
A clinical component between sessions
We see clients in Tijuana
Local and border-area clients, and by video call
Who is it for?
For adults who want a process with direction.
You don't have to be at breaking point to ask for support. Most people come when the discomfort is already affecting work, relationships, or the ability to decide calmly.
01
When your mind won't rest
Worries that feel logical but eat up hours of your day. Constant anticipation. Tension that won't ease even when "there's no reason."
02
When your body lives on alert
Tiredness that rest doesn't fix. Irritability, unrefreshing sleep, the feeling of always being "on edge."
03
When the same patterns keep repeating
Decisions you keep postponing, relationships that drain you, patterns you already recognize but can't shift. You want to work on concrete, verifiable changes.
AMORH Therapeutic Model (MTPA)
A clinical model with direction. And flexibility for your process.
The MTPA is our individual psychotherapy model, developed over more than a decade of clinical practice. Three phases with a specific purpose, our own therapeutic resources, and shared team judgment that adjusts the process to what each person needs.
01
≈ 6 sessionsAssessment and start
We identify what you're working on, why it persists, and where you want to get to. You leave with defined goals and a clear read on the cycle that keeps the discomfort going. The therapeutic chat between sessions starts in this phase.
02
≈ 10 sessionsBuilding new patterns
New responses (emotional, cognitive, behavioral) start to be in practice, not only in awareness. We work on the patterns identified in the previous phase, with therapeutic approaches chosen for your structure.
03
≈ 8 sessionsStrengthening and integration
The changes settle into your everyday life. This is a phase of consolidating and recognizing the work done. At the end, you decide whether to close the cycle or whether there are new topics for a next process.
The phases aren't rigid
If relevant topics emerge or the process calls for it, the structure adjusts, always with clinical judgment shared by the team. The durations are approximate and indicative, not contracts.
Active components of the process
Therapeutic chat
A clinical component of the model, not an add-on. Continuity of the process between sessions, led by your therapist.
RET — AMORH Resources
Materials, exercises, and readings developed in-house. Assigned according to phase and each patient's clinical needs.
Anonymous clinical case review
Your case is discussed by the team with no identifying details. It's the standard practice of evidence-based clinical models: several perspectives reduce individual bias and sustain the objectivity of the process.
Common reasons
What we work on.
Every process is different. These are the situations adults most often bring to AMORH.
Anxiety
- Thoughts that won't stop and constant anticipation
- A sense of alertness or sustained tension in the body
- Palpitations, chest pressure, tightness
- Avoidance or over-control to ease the discomfort
Chronic stress
- Tiredness that rest doesn't fix
- Trouble switching off during breaks
- Irritability, or the sense that the day is never enough
- A routine driven by pressure, not by meaning
Depression
- Low mood, apathy, or loss of interest
- The sense of running "on autopilot"
- Changes in sleep, appetite, or energy
- Trouble keeping habits or finishing what you start
Boundaries and decisions
- Relationship patterns that keep repeating
- Trouble saying no or holding a boundary
- Decisions you postpone, or that leave guilt afterward
- Self-demand or self-criticism that won't let up
Other common reasons
Insomnia
Grief and loss
Life changes
Self-esteem
Bonds and relationships
Meaning and purpose
How to choose a psychologist in Tijuana
What defines psychotherapy with direction.
Beyond credentials and calendar availability, these traits mark a process with clinical direction. Use them to evaluate any psychotherapy, not only ours.
The process explained from the start
What you'll work on, how progress is measured, and the next steps, from the initial assessment.
Observable goals
Concrete goals you can verify throughout the process. Defined goals, not abstractions.
Skills you can apply to daily life
Therapeutic resources that fit into your routine. What you work on in session holds up outside it.
Tracking your progress
Ongoing review of the process. The structure adjusts as you progress, with documented clinical judgment.
Clear framing and transparency
Clear boundaries, confidentiality explained, and the rules of the process defined from the first session.
Shared clinical judgment
Your case is discussed by the team anonymously. Several clinical perspectives sustain the process, not a single professional.
Who supports your process
A small private practice with more than a decade of clinical history. Every case is reviewed by the team under an anonymous protocol, so judgment never rests on a single reading.
Co-founders
Psic. Silverio De La Mora B.
Co-founder · COO
Psychologists
Psic. Rosella Arce
Psychologist
Psic. Angélica Palacios
Psychologist
Psic. Irina Lührs
Psychologist
Psic. Alejandra Leal
Psychologist
A cohesive team, not a directory. Same methodology, same framing, shared judgment.
Reviews
What our clients say.
4.8
170+ reviews on Google
Melissa helped me uncover what I couldn’t navigate or even see on my own for so many years. I’ve tried therapy in the past (both as part of a couple and individually) but nothing ever truly resonated or helped me break through. With just one session with Melissa, I gained more clarity, insight, and direction than I had from months of work with previous therapists. She truly listens. She has a gift for asking the right questions and offering the kind of support and perspective that help you actually move forward (whether as a couple or as an individual). Her experience shows through in every session. No matter where you are in your relationship with your partner or with yourself, Melissa offers wisdom, guidance, and care that feel grounded, personal, and effective. In couples therapy, she somehow manages to hold space for both people individually while still addressing the relationship as a whole. I don’t know how she does it but she worked what felt like miracles in less than an hour, every single time. Melissa has stood by me through some of the hardest moments of my life. Her support has been not just therapeutic, but truly life changing. I’m deeply grateful for her and can’t recommend her enough. Thank you, Melissa you are the best.
Meadow WangReview on Google
Melissa is an amazing online psychologist. She’s incredibly patient, kind, and understanding. She takes the time to truly listen and creates a safe, comfortable space to open up. The fact that her sessions are online makes it so much easier to fit therapy into my schedule while still feeling deeply connected and supported. Her guidance has truly made a positive difference in my life. I also appreciate the AMORH team, who are always attentive and helpful. I highly recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a compassionate and professional online psychologist.
Jonathan BravoReview on Google
Ive been going to therapy here for about 3 months now and it’s being the most helpful thing ever. The inicial consultation with Melissa was great, we talked and she helped figured out that therapy was the right call. I was eventually paired up with a psychologist Rosella. She has been amazing throughout this journey. She’s always there when i need her and she’s been making sure i make progress. AMORH, is a great place to go to if you need help. They make everything super smooth and they are all very helpful.
Monica HerreraReview on Google
Choosing Amorh was definitely the best decision ever made! They are very accommodating. Alejandra definitely makes me feel heard, understood, and is super supportive. She is constantly checking up on me, asking me how I am doing. Choosing Amorh has definitely changed me for the better. I am definitely satisfied with the help I am getting and definitely recommend Amorh to anyone.
Marlene JimenezReview on Google
I have been going to AMORH for 2 years and have been seeing Melissa. I live in San Diego and had been to so many therapists in the US before I found out about this amazing facility. I had given up on everything before I met her. To my surprise I slowly but surely have been getting a lot better thanks to her expertise, time and attention. Whenever I needed her she was available and if for some reason she was unavailable I had one of her teams members contact me and aid me in any way possible. When I was seeing other therapists I felt like they weren't all there for me. But with Melissa I obtained a whole different perspective to therapy and to life. She guided me the best possible way to gain confidence and to just be me. It is not just Melissa that has made this whole journey worth it but her whole team in AMORH. Everyone is so welcoming and attentive to your needs. Huge plus is they are bilingual. Not only do they help individuals but couples also as they have helped my parents also in regards to marriage, etc. If you you are looking to work with professionals that not only take pride of their work but also treat their patients with the uttermost attention, look no further, for you have come to the right team to turn your life around for the better!!
Charleen LopezReview on Google
I was lucky to find AMORH online since I was searching for a psychology outside the USA just because I have not enjoy the interaction in USA with previous psychologists. As I was doing research I came across AMORH called them gave me a pre screen to understand my needs to determine who would best fits my needs too. I loved that personally also my psychologist speak Spanish and English which makes it easier just incase I need to express any concerns. I’ve been attending since March 2024 with present session. Also they help along the way for hardship situations that I encountered along the way too
Zeleny ViramontesReview on Google
Book your Initial Assessment
30 minutes by phone. No cost. A permanent team policy, not a promotion.
You choose a time
You reserve a 30-minute slot in the calendar. You get a confirmation by email.
You talk with Melissa
We talk by phone about your situation and check whether we're a fit. It's not a therapy session, and it doesn't include a diagnosis.
You decide at the end
If you want to continue, we book the first session of the treatment plan. If not, there's no follow-up.
Prefer another way?
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm · Saturday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
What's worth knowing before you book
If your question isn't here, message us on WhatsApp and we'll reply during business hours.
Pricing and payments
How much does a therapy session cost?
Fees depend on modality and language. The main reference is $55 USD (individual video call in Spanish).
Modality
Individual
Couples
Video call · Spanish
$55 USD
$1,100 MXN
$65 USD
$1,300 MXN
Video call · English
$65 USD
$1,300 MXN
$75 USD
$1,500 MXN
In-person Tijuana · Spanish
$70 USD
$1,400 MXN
$80 USD
$1,600 MXN
In-person Tijuana · English
$80 USD
$1,600 MXN
$90 USD
$1,800 MXN
Reference fixed exchange rate: 1 USD = 20 MXN
Is the Initial Assessment really at no cost?
Yes, no exceptions. It's not a temporary promotion, it's a permanent team policy from the start. It's 30 minutes by phone, it doesn't include a formal diagnosis, and it isn't a therapy session. At the end, you decide whether to continue.
Do you accept health insurance?
We don't work with insurers. Payment is made directly by card (Stripe), bank transfer, or cash for in-person sessions. If you need a receipt for your insurer, we can issue one after payment.
Are there options if the regular fee is out of reach?
Yes. The Continuous Access Program (PAC) adjusts the fee to the patient's financial situation, for weekly sessions only.
Apply at forms.amorh.org/pac, with a reply within 72 hours. For longer treatments there's also the Treatment Prioritization Program (PPT): prepaid packages with volume discounts.
Format and process
Are sessions by video call or in-person?
Both. The main format is video call, from anywhere with a stable connection. In-person is available in Tijuana on a limited basis, subject to office availability.
What does the therapeutic chat between sessions include?
It's a written channel between you and your psychologist, available between sessions. It doesn't replace the session and it isn't emergency care; it's a clinical resource that gives the process continuity.
It's part of the AMORH Therapeutic Model (MTPA) from Phase 1, at no extra cost.
What's the process after the Initial Assessment?
If you decide to continue, we book the first session: a full clinical assessment. From there we build a treatment plan with observable goals and ongoing follow-up.
The plan adjusts to the real pace of the process, not a fixed script. Every case is reviewed by the team under an anonymous protocol to reduce clinical bias.
Who we serve
Do you work with people from San Diego or California?
Yes. Many of the people we work with are bilingual adults connected to the San Diego–Tijuana region. AMORH is a Mexican clinical practice operating wholly within Mexican professional jurisdiction; we neither hold nor claim licensure in the United States, and our care is rendered and received within that same scope, by video call or in person in Tijuana.
Do you see teens, children, or psychological emergencies?
AMORH serves adults only, 18 and older. It's not an emergency or acute-crisis service.
If you're in crisis: in Mexico, contact SAPTEL at 55 5259-8121 or call 911. In the United States, dial 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).
Your question isn't here? Write to us.
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When you're ready, we'll book it
Book your Initial Assessment whenever you feel ready. 30 minutes by phone, at no cost. It's not a temporary promotion, it's a permanent team policy.
No-cost assessment
30 minutes
You decide at the end
Permanent policy
AMORH serves adults only, 18 and older, in Tijuana and by video call. More than a decade of private clinical practice.