Our Services
Healing happens, one connection at a time – just like bees build their hive.
From individual counselling to family therapy, we provide comprehensive mental health services using evidence-based and holistic approaches. Our specialized support addresses trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship challenges while honours your unique story and cultural background. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself, your child, or your family, we meet you where you are with compassion and expertise.
1 on 1 Personalized Counselling
Individual Clinical Counselling
I offer a variety of counselling approaches tailored to your unique needs, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, art therapy, somatic therapy, and Reiki energy work. My practice supports children, youth, adults, families, and Indigenous clients through challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
With a client-centred approach, I create customized treatment plans that honour your journey. From play therapy for children to specialized trauma support for Indigenous families, my services adapt to meet you where you are. Contact me to start your proactive journey toward healing today.
Breaking free from limitations
Address anxiety, depression, and substance use challenges with evidence-based approaches that build lasting change. I specialize in supporting clients through various trauma experiences, including occupational stress injuries, PTSD, developmental trauma (childhood), and intergenerational trauma. Develop personalized strategies that work for your unique situation and help you reclaim control of your daily life and future.
Strengthening connections
Heal relationship difficulties and family patterns, including the effects of intergenerational trauma. Whether you’re working through separation, conflict, or communication problems, counseling provides tools to create healthier, more fulfilling connections. Learn to establish boundaries, improve communication skills, and develop deeper self-awareness for more authentic relationships.
Find peace and healing
Move through grief, loss, and major life transitions with support that honours your journey. Learn practical ways to process difficult emotions while finding meaning and renewed purpose as you navigate these important transitions. For those experiencing chronic stress or managing mental health conditions, I offer compassionate, strength-based approaches that acknowledge your resilience.
Free Initial 15-minute consultation
For Relationships, Family, Groups Couselling
Family & Relationship Counselling
I offer comprehensive support for families and relationship seeking to build healthier connections and navigate life’s challenges together. My approach creates a safe space where all members feel heard, valued, and understood. Whether you’re facing communication breakdowns, major transitions, or healing from shared trauma, I tailor my methods to your unique dynamics.
With specialized training in family systems and relationship counselling, I help develop practical skills that foster positive change. My services include family reunification support, conflict resolution, improving communication, establishing healthy boundaries, and navigating life transitions such as separation, divorce, or blending families. From healing relationship difficulties to resolving deeply-rooted conflicts, my goal is to help you create more fulfilling relationships.
Strengthening Family/ Relationship Bonds
Build stronger connections between all family members through open communication and mutual understanding. Family/ Relationship counselling provides a neutral space where everyone can be heard and work together toward common goals. Develop healthy boundaries, improve emotional support, and clarify roles and responsibilities in a way that honours each person’s needs and strengths.
Navigating Family Changes
Successfully adapt to major family transitions like blending families, welcoming new members, adjusting to separations, or processing grief and loss. Learn practical strategies that help your family maintain stability and support during times of change. For families experiencing challenges with child apprehension issues or family reunification, I offer specialized guidance and advocacy.
Resolving Conflict Effectively
Transform disagreements into opportunities for growth and deeper understanding. Develop healthy communication patterns and problem-solving skills that work for your unique family system while respecting everyone’s needs. Whether dealing with parent-child conflicts, sibling relationships, or couple communication, learn techniques that turn conflict into connection.
Free Initial 15-minute consultation
“While others were dismissive, Melissa listened with empathy and took us seriously. My son was only 6 years old when they first met, but he instantly felt comfortable with her.”
My son has been seeing Melissa for a few years after experiencing traumatic life events. We were in a desperate situation. While others were dismissive, Melissa listened with empathy and took us seriously. My son was only 6 years old when they first met, but he instantly felt comfortable with her. He often asks, when do I get to see Melissa next? I know it’s incredibly valuable for his healing and growth to get this ongoing support. I’m so grateful he has a safe person to share with and explore complex feelings. It’s so important as a Mom to know I’ve done my best and Melissa is there for both of us. She is kind, sensitive, intelligent, and intuitive. Most importantly, she’s patient and finds creative ways to connect. I asked my son if he wanted to add something to the testimonial and he said, 5 stars! That sums it up well. Thank you, Melissa! It means a lot to have you on our team. Our family is so appreciative of all you do!
Anonymous
Client
"Our family faces complex issues that Melissa is not afraid to take on."
I would highly recommend Melissa as a family and individual counsellor. She made my family feel at ease right from the start. Melissa is flexible with her approach and adapted to my kids’ attention span, making our sessions interactive and engaging. Our family faces complex issues that Melissa is not afraid to take on. I’m extremely grateful for her support.
Anonymous
Client
The most common questions
DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ?
What can I expect during my first session?
Your first session is a brief 15-minute consultation focused on determining if we’re a good fit for your needs. During this time, we’ll discuss what brings you to counseling and your main goals for therapy. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions about the counseling process and share any immediate concerns.
We’ll briefly review our approach, scheduling options, and next steps. This initial meeting helps us understand if our services align with your specific situation and needs. Many clients find that even this short conversation provides clarity about their path forward.
By the end of the 15 minutes, we’ll determine if we should proceed with a full intake session or if a referral to another provider might better serve your needs. The most important thing to remember is that this first meeting is about making a connection and ensuring we can effectively support your journey.
Do you offer virtual/online as well as in person counseling options?
Yes, we offer both virtual/online and in-person counseling sessions to accommodate your preferences and needs. Our secure video platform ensures confidentiality during online sessions, giving you the flexibility to connect from the comfort of your home or any private space. In-person sessions are available at our office location, providing a warm, welcoming environment when you prefer face-to-face interaction.
Both formats maintain the same high standard of care and therapeutic approach. Many clients appreciate having options that can adjust to their schedule, location, and comfort level. Whether online or in-person, we’re committed to creating a safe space for your healing journey.
How do you incorporate holistic practices like Reiki into your therapy?
Our approach integrates traditional counseling with holistic practices like Reiki to support your complete wellbeing. For clients who are interested, we may incorporate Reiki energy work alongside therapy to address both emotional and physical aspects of healing.
Reiki can help release tension, reduce stress, and promote a sense of balance that complements the cognitive and emotional work of counselling. Some clients find that this combined approach helps them process difficult emotions more effectively and creates a deeper awareness of mind-body connections.
The decision to include Reiki is always collaborative and based on your comfort level and therapeutic goals. We believe in meeting each person where they are, offering these practices as supportive tools rather than requirements. Our Reiki Master certification ensures these practices are delivered with proper training and professional standards.
Do you work with children and youth, and what approaches do you use with them?
Yes, we work extensively with children and youth, adapting our approach to meet their unique developmental needs. For younger children, we primarily use play therapy, art therapy, and other creative methods that help them express feelings and experiences they may not have words for yet.
With older children and teens, we blend these creative approaches with age-appropriate talk therapy, mindfulness techniques, and skill-building activities. We have special expertise working with young people experiencing anxiety, depression, bullying, self-esteem issues, ADHD, and trauma.
Our work with Indigenous children and youth incorporates culturally responsive practices that honour their heritage and recognize the impact of intergenerational trauma. Throughout all our youth services, we maintain close communication with parents/caregivers while respecting the child’s need for appropriate confidentiality and their own therapeutic space.