Hi I’m Melissa

MACP, B.P.S. B.A.

R.P. (Q), OCT

Specialties:
Teacher Mental Health, Neurodivergent Exceptionalities, Trauma, Grief, Self-Esteem, Burnout, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Health and Wellness, Life Direction, Career Development.

Affiliations/Credentials:

Member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
Member of the Ontario College of Teachers
Member of Canadian Fitness Professionals (Canfitpro)

Education:

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University

College of Education, Niagara University, Ontario
Bachelor of Professional Studies

University of Massachusetts Boston, USA
Bachelor of Arts

Additional Workshops/Trainings:

*The Ontario Special Education Conference               

*Restorative Practices 

Languages: English

Are you an overachieving, overworked, people pleasing individual who struggles to say “no”? Do you struggle with anxiety and/or emotional regulation? Are relationships with partners, and family challenging for you? 

Like the Type-A person you are, you’ve tried everything to feel better: self-help, exercise, yoga, meditation, healthy eating, new planners, podcasts…but you’re still stuck. You thought it was a phase, but now it’s starting to affect your relationships, and you’re finally feeling ready – and willing – to make a real change.

Hi, I’m Melissa, and as a therapist with my own lived experience – I get it. Whether it’s the stress of changing careers after 14 years as a teacher, healthily losing 50lbs and maintaining it, grappling with the grief of childlessness, or walking the path of divorce, I am NO stranger to perfectionism, anxiety, and emotions that feel too big to handle.

My mission is to help others work through the behaviour patterns that keep them stuck so they can confidently emerge as the version of themselves they wish to be. I take an integrated, person-centred, trauma-informed approach to therapy, blending concepts from neuroscience, somatics, and my experience coaching to develop a plan that’s as unique as my clients.

Let’s schedule a free consultation. I’d love to hear your story and explore how we can collaborate

Availability:

Thursday Evenings: Virtual

Saturday Afternoons: Virtual

If the above times do not accommodate your schedule, Melissa can provide alternate virtual availability upon request.