With 20 years combined experience working in frontline mental health, child and family services, and healthcare, Melissa can help support a wide range of mental health challenges. Melissa is passionate about working with individuals in the helping profession: Healthcare, Child & Family Services, First Responders, Police, Fire, Ambulance, Court Services, and Corrections, to help support resiliency. If you are running on empty, feeling overloaded, and not like yourself, therapy with Melissa can support the cultivation of skills to help you bounce back.
Melissa works from a strength based, patient centered, trauma informed approach and helps clients to determine the best possible solutions for themselves and within their relationships with others. Melissa’s approach integrates evidence-based approaches, which may include Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Therapy and Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy.
Melissa fosters a therapy space ensuring that clients feel heard and understood. By supporting clients to learn new coping strategies and tools, clients can experience more peace, enjoyment in life and excitement for their future.
Melissa also works with couples experiencing challenges which is extremely valuable work and her goal is always to help couples find their way back to a happy loving relationship. When this is not possible, working through separation in therapy can be a big relief for couples who want to do so in a peaceful and respectful way. Therapy can offer a safe space to discuss problems, and Melissa’s background in mediation, negotiation and conflict resolution can assist in finding workable solutions and a pathway forward.
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Stacey is a compassionate therapist with over 25 years of experience as a teacher, working closely with teens, young adults, and their families. Stacey has a deep understanding of the challenges people face, inspired by her time spent supporting individuals struggling with mental health, she pursued a counseling degree to enhance her ability to foster meaningful change in others.
Embracing a person-centered, humanistic approach, Stacey believes that you are at the heart of the therapeutic process. Together, you’ll work to build your self-esteem, nurture self-acceptance, develop healthy relationships, and strive towards becoming the best version of yourself. With a solution-focused perspective, she emphasizes your strengths and future aspirations, collaborating to find effective strategies that align with your goals.
Stacey specializes in supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, fatigue, perfectionism, and burnout. She is also passionate about guiding those navigating major life transitions or chronic illnesses. Additionally, she has valuable experience working with individuals with ADHD, Autism, and learning difficulties. With her unique blend of personal and professional experience, Stacey is committed to helping you on your journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Stacey is a compassionate therapist with over 25 years of experience as a teacher, working closel...
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Jasmine is a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in trauma recovery for adolescents and adults. With a deep understanding of the complex emotions that arise from trauma—such as fear, anger, guilt, and shame. Jasmine provides a supportive space for clients to explore their experiences and feelings. Recognizing that each person’s journey is unique, she utilizes a holistic approach to well-being, combining traditional talk therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with experiential methods such as somatic therapy.
Jasmine is passionate about helping clients navigate the overwhelming weight of trauma, PTSD, stress, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem, while also addressing critical issues such as sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, ADHD, and LGBTQ2S+ concerns. Her goal is to empower individuals to reclaim their inner strength, transform pain into resilience, and cultivate a more compassionate version of themselves.
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Jasmine is a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in trauma recovery for adolescent...
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I specialize in working with individuals struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and neurodiversity. My approach integrates talk therapy with CBT, ACT, compassion-focused, client-centered, and somatic therapy to help you get to where you want to be in your life!
You don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself! Together, we can design a tailored treatment plan that incorporates evidence-based methods to help you break through the barriers preventing you from living the life you desire. Let’s work together to achieve your goals!
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depres...
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As the Clinical Director of Vital Minds Psychotherapy, Mary is dedicated to supporting individuals who struggle with a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, ADHD, Autism, OCD, phobias, panic attacks, health anxiety, and eating disorders, low self esteem, significant life transitions, trauma & PTSD, first responders.
Her therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Somatic Psychotherapy. This holistic methodology combing mental and physical health is centred around nervous system regulation which allows for a comprehensive understanding of clients’ experiences and facilitates lasting change.
Mary prioritizes creating a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their feelings and develop effective coping strategies. Together, she works collaboratively with clients to craft personalized treatment plans tailored to their goals, helping them find the path toward improved mental health and well-being.
As the Clinical Director of Vital Minds Psychotherapy, Mary is dedicated to supporting individual...
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Cassandra is a dedicated Psychotherapist with a deep passion for supporting others in their mental health journeys. Cassandra brings a warm, empathetic, and positive approach to therapy, creating a safe and inviting space where clients can feel heard, validated, and understood during life’s challenges. Expect a relaxed atmosphere that encourages open discussion, exploration of perspectives, and the development of coping strategies. Cassandra strives to help clients find relief and hope for their future as they explore their emotions and set meaningful goals on their path to healing.
Cassandra is a dedicated Psychotherapist with a deep passion for supporting others in their menta...
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Ivana is a compassionate and insightful therapist who takes a holistic, collaborative approach to healing. She supports individuals and couples through various challenges including intimacy. She tailors evidence-based practices to each client’s unique needs, ensuring therapy is personalized and effective. Ivana’s background in sociology and social work has deepened her understanding of social inequality, mental health, and systemic challenges. Her training enables her to assess and intervene in complex situations, offering support and advocacy to individuals and couples. With a trauma-informed background, Ivana creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen and heard. She meets clients where they are and works alongside them to set and achieve meaningful goals.
Ivana’s approach to therapy is grounded in a trauma-informed, holistic perspective that emphasizes the importance of individualized care. She blends evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), The Gottman Method, Sex Therapy, SFT and mindfulness with a compassionate, client-centered framework. Ivana believes in meeting clients where they are, respecting their unique experiences, and working collaboratively to build resilience, foster self-compassion, and help them live authentically. Her ultimate goal is to guide clients toward healing their relationships through emotional healing, self-awareness, and a life that aligns with their values and aspirations.
Ivana is a compassionate and insightful therapist who takes a holistic, collaborative approach to...
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Taylor is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and understanding. Her approach combines professional training and personal mental health experiences, creating a space of empathy and non-judgment.
Focusing on a collaborative, person-centered methodology, Taylor provides clients with a safe environment to explore thoughts and feelings, empowering them to achieve improved emotional well-being. Specializing in supporting individuals dealing with stress, anxiety perfectionism, people-pleasing, and life transitions, she utilizes and integrates therapeutic techniques such as CBT, SFBT, ACT, tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
Taylor fosters an atmosphere of mutual respect and open communication, encouraging clients to take an active role in their healing journey and build resilience for lasting change.
Taylor is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and underst...
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Meagan Jennings is a compassionate therapist currently pursuing her master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. With a lifelong passion for mental health, she is dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate their personal struggles. Meagan feels privileged to help others find solace and clarity during challenging times.
Meagan is committed to fostering a trusting relationship with her clients, creating a safe space where they feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences. She believes that self-exploration is essential for personal growth and increased self-awareness, and she strives to cultivate a calming environment that enhances meaningful discussions.
Meagan prides herself on being flexible, patient, and an active listener. Understanding that each client is unique, she works to accommodate their individual needs while respecting their pace in the therapeutic journey. Meagan does not pressure clients into unfamiliar territory; instead, she supports them as they take vital steps toward openness and change.
Her therapeutic approach primarily incorporates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). CBT helps individuals identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, while SFBT empowers clients to recognize their strengths and set achievable goals. Meagan is dedicated to remaining present and engaged with each client, honoring their unique experiences and paths to healing.
Meagan looks forward to the opportunity to walk alongside her clients on their journey to well-being and personal growth.
Meagan Jennings is a compassionate therapist currently pursuing her master’s degree in Counsellin...
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As an experienced clinical supervisor, Lindsay offers supervision to therapists at all stages of their careers. She helps therapists deepen their understanding of evidence based therapeutic techniques and approaches. Lindsay also helps developing therapists explore strategies for managing burnout, self-care, and emotional resilience to foster professional growth and confidence as a clinician.
Imagine having a supportive space where you can: 1) Reflect on your therapeutic practice and gain new insights. 2) Receive feedback and guidance on difficult cases and interventions. 3) Address ethical concerns and professional dilemmas with confidence. 4) Develop your clinical skills in a collaborative, non-judgmental environment
Lindsay offers Individual, Dyadic and Group supervision!
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