Melissa Michaud

About Melissa

It is an absolute privilege to walk alongside my clients on their path to healing and well-being. With ten years of experience working with children, youth and families of varying abilities and walks of life, I have gained an open-minded and empathic approach towards individuals and their personal situations. Prior to becoming a counsellor, I worked as an early childhood educator where I used art, play and physical activity to promote healthy living and resiliency among children and their families.

My career as a registered clinical counsellor began in the mental health and addictions field where I worked alongside youth and adults who struggled with substance use or who were personally impacted by a loved one?s substance use. It is from these experiences that I have developed a client-centered approach where I incorporate various therapeutic theories and practices to meet the unique needs of every individual I work with. Depending on the specific needs of the client, I also incorporate research-based techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in my practice. It is my goal to create a therapeutic space where clients feel valued, safe and autonomous.