About Melissa

I have always loved the field of psychology and completed my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at the University of Alberta several years ago. I later completed my Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University and was delighted that my passion for the work only intensified with the completion of my studies. I loved working with individuals, but I recognized that many of my clients were struggling in their relationships, and I wanted to be able to help with that.

I was passionate about finding real solutions for my clients. Along my way, I found Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and I fell in love with the model. It became clear that becoming a certified EFT therapist was my next goal, and I enrolled in post-graduate EFT training even before my graduation was finalized. Today I’m the only ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Individual, Couples, and Family Therapist on the Saanich Peninsula. My area of focus is couples counselling, as I find this to be the most effective and efficient way to work with clients who are struggling in their relationships. My training in working with trauma and family therapy assists greatly as I am able to shift between models and see the individual, the couple, and the family as interdependent systems. I’ve taken additional training in the areas of sex and intimacy, ADHD, and adult parent-child relationships, and I continue to advance my skills through further training, supervision, and consultation.

I truly love my work; it has made a tremendous difference in my life, and I take real joy in helping clients experience success in their life and relationships through EFT. Emotionally Focused Therapy can transform the lives of the individual, couple, and family, and the generations of families that come after. I understand how hopeless it can feel when life gets off track, and I have the tools to help you find your way again.

“In a group of studies Mikulincer showed that when we feel safely connected to others we understand ourselves better and like ourselves more.

– Sue Johnson

Education & Credentials:

  • License: RCC # 18455
  • License State: British Columbia
  • License: CCC # 07339
  • Licensing State: Canada
  • Practicing Since: 2021
  • Education:
    • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University
    • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alberta
    • ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist with advanced training in individual, couples, and family therapy.
    • Lifetime member of the International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEFFT)