Who I help?
Couples
Adults
Teens
Families
Seniors
Concerns I work with?
About
I believe that therapy is most effective when clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and client-centred, with a focus on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, build resilience, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. I strive to tailor therapy to each client's unique needs, empowering them to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and self-awareness. I work
with adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, autism, trauma, OCD, grief, self-esteem challenges, relationship and family conflict, divorce, parenting, infertility, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, behavioural concerns, substance use and addictions, eating disorders, and life transitions. I also support individuals within the LGBTQ+ community and those navigating cultural identity, racial identity, and other diverse lived experiences.
My therapeutic approach is integrative and draws from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and culturally responsive care. Together, we will build on your strengths, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward the goals that matter most to you in a way that feels authentic and meaningful.
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Education/Trainings
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Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (In Progress): Yorkville University
My Story
Hi, I’m Melissa! I’m an intern therapist from Newfoundland providing virtual therapy. I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable showing up as your authentic self and exploring what you’re going through at your own pace.
I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, anger, identity and LGBTQ2+ experiences, as well as a variety of emotional and life challenges. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I enjoy working alongside clients to explore their feelings, experiences, and the goals that are meaningful to them.
I’m passionate about helping people grow and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. My hope is that our time together provides a supportive space where you can build coping skills, recognize your strengths, and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges.
Community Leadership Development: College of the North Atlantic
Bachelor of Community Studies/Psychology: Cape Breton University
Suicide Intervention (ASSIST)
Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB)
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
DBT Certification Training from Start to Finish (In Progress)
Advanced Treatment of Depression and Mood Disorders: A Certification Training Course (In Progress)
Anxiety Certification Course: Integrate CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety & Phobias (In Progress)