Melissa Martin is a proud 5th generation San Franciscan with deep roots and a passion for her vibrant community. With a master’s degree in counseling psychology, bachelors in economics, and a background that spans marketing, coaching, and continuous learning in tech, she brings a unique blend of tradition and innovation to the table. As the daughter and granddaughter of a successful 70-year-old family business with a roster of celebrity clients, she has inherited a legacy of excellence and a keen understanding of what it takes to thrive in today’s dynamic market. Melissa is dedicated to leveraging her experience and heritage to foster meaningful connections and drive impactful results. From her counseling lens, Melissa has learned to meet people where they are. She forgoes assumptions when she begins her work with clients to ensure that she meets them where they are and can see eye-to-eye. With this approach, Melissa and her clients avoid overlooking any critical steps in their progress together.

• Adult Secondary Education Counselor and Coordinator at San Mateo Union School District
• Academic Coach at Foothill De Anza Community College
• MA in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in School Counseling
• BA in Economics
• User Engagement and Multi-Lingual Email Marketing at Mozilla (Firefox)