Melissa Malcolm, MACP

Registered Psychotherapist

“Are you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from yourself, your relationships and what is most important to you? I understand the huge impact that struggling to connect with yourself and others has on your mental health and wellbeing. In our work together, you will uncover what is most valuable to you, and learn how to implement changes that are aligned with your values with confidence, clarity and certainty. This is truly transformational work, and you will continue to reap the benefits throughout your life and in all of your relationships.”

About me

Are you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from yourself, your relationships and what is most important to you? I understand the huge impact that struggling to connect with yourself and others has on your mental health and wellbeing. In our work together, you will uncover what is most valuable to you, and learn how to implement changes that are aligned with your values with confidence, clarity and certainty. This is truly transformational work, and you will continue to reap the benefits throughout your life and in all of your relationships. My name is Melissa, and I'm a compassionate and insightful therapist specializing in anxiety, self-esteem and relationships (including couples counselling). I also live with a chronic illness, so I understand the delicate balance of living a full life, while also acknowledging your limitations and challenges. I am a person-centered therapist, which means that I truly value your feedback on what helps you progress in our work together. I am looking forward to connecting with you and supporting you in this step to improve your relationships, personal well being and life. Please feel free to reach out via email or phone, and I will get back to you as soon as I can!

Approach

Sessions unfold around your priorities, moving at a pace you set while I offer clear, practical prompts and reflective questions to help you notice patterns. Whether meeting online or in person, we use each hour to try one small experiment—a new way of speaking to yourself, a brief boundary, or a shift in routine—and check what changes. Between sessions you might try short practices I tailor to your life, then we review what worked and what didn’t. This way of working tends to suit people who want focused, collaborative change.

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Basic information

Languages:

English

Fees:

Insurance accepted

Brantford, Canada

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Internal Family Systems
A therapy model that views the mind as made up of distinct sub-personalities or 'parts', each with its own role, and works to help these parts communicate and heal under the leadership of a core Self.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Couples Therapy
Therapy for partners working on communication, conflict, intimacy, and trust, with both people seen together rather than individually.
Relationship Counselling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Online Counselling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
Learn more about Online Counselling

Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Couples
Individuals
Parents

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Women's Issues
Psychological challenges more commonly experienced by women, including gender-based stress, reproductive health concerns, body image, caregiving burden, and societal expectations.
Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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Chronic Illness
A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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ADHD / Attention Difficulties
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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