Virtual Therapy Services in Ontario, Canada ~ In Person Therapy Services in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Helping You Create Meaningful Change
social work, psychotherapy services for individuals, couples & families in ontario, canada
Life can be tough… but so are you.
Empowering you to meet life's challenges with grace and resilience.
Deciding to begin therapy takes courage and is often the first step towards positive, lasting life changes.
If you seek non-judgmental, empathic, solution-focused counselling, schedule your free consult call now.
WELCOME!
So you’re looking to speak to someone…
Hello! I know how hard it is to reach out and I’m so happy you’re looking into therapy. I’m VERY passionate about the work I do. I feel very confident in how powerful this type of support is. It is an honour to work with my clients to help them through challenges, life transitions, health diagnoses, crises, relationship struggles and healing from trauma. As my team grows, I am hiring therapists who share my passion, values and approaches to this work. I invite you to read our team members’ bios and schedule an initial free, consult call with any or all members of the team to find the right fit for you. Choosing who to work with is a very personal decision, if you need any help with this process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me personally.
Warm regards,
Melissa Scheichl
“To begin, begin.”
— William Wordsworth
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Your First Session
Your first meeting will be an intake session to learn more about you and what brings you to therapy at this time. We’ll discuss the symptoms and challenges you're experiencing and your expectations and goals for our work together. We look forward to meeting you!
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Regular Sessions
Following your initial session, we will work collaboratively to meet your therapy goals. Appointments are scheduled weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly as needed. Sessions are offered in-office, online or over the phone. We can also "Walk & Talk" if you'd like.
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Walk & Talks
Sessions are conducted over the phone while we walk outdoors in our respective locations. Walking is an excellent alternative to meeting indoors or online and is great for mental and physical health! It can also feel more comfortable than meeting face to face for some.
HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER
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Individual therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, major life transitions, grief, chronic pain, OCD, caregiver stress, relationship issues and more. Working one on one with a therapist who is there for you when needed. You are not alone.
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Marriage and relationship counselling using the evidence-based Gottman Method. We also support couples with premarital issues, separation, divorce, co-parenting, and blending families. We have specialized services for men.
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We offer specialized therapy services in addition to Individual and Couples Counselling including Family Therapy, Court-Mandated (PAR, Anger & Alcohol/Substance Use) Programs, Somatic Therapy, Group Therapy, and more.
Our Approach
Melissa offers a very friendly approach to therapy. It’s not uncommon for laughter to be heard coming from her office. When hiring members of her team, she looks for therapists who share this philosophy. While what we are talking about is often serious, we hope to create an atmosphere that is warm and inviting and makes it comfortable for you to open up and share your life - the good, the bad, and the ugly!
The first few sessions are about getting to know each other, developing that rapport, assessing what brings you to therapy and how we can help. Depending on what your goals are, we will suggest the tools and modalities that we think will be most helpful for you. We want you to feel safe and comfortable to share your expectations and hopes for therapy. Some clients want to have a space to vent and share their daily struggles and concerns - others want to learn tools and coping strategies to help regulate emotions, tolerate distress and deal with the challenges they are facing.
Many of our clients come to therapy regularly and see it as ongoing self-care. Others will come as needed when life becomes overwhelming or they are facing a particular crisis or struggle. It is not uncommon for people to come and go…. returning months or years later for a “tune up”. It’s nice to have someone who knows you and your history etc., whom you can return to when you need support.
We offer free consultation calls for you to introduce yourself, ask any questions you may have about therapy, and see if we are a good match for your needs.
How can WE support you?
Life can be challenging. When something throws us for a loop, our usual coping strategies may not be enough and we find ourselves feeling lost, afraid or unsure of what to do & how to manage. Psychotherapy and clinical counselling can help you regain your bearings and cultivate novel coping strategies to get you back on your feet. Our team will help you find the right tools and approaches for your particular goals and needs. We also have EMDR-trained therapists, offering this valuable therapy for healing from trauma and distressing experiences.
Therapy & Counselling for:
Alcohol Use Programs (Court Mandated)
Anxiety
Anger
Caregiver Stress / Fatigue
Chronic Illness / Pain
Coping Skills
Couples & Relationship Issues
Crisis / Major Life Transitions
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief & Loss
Infertility, Pregnancy Loss, Abortion
Infidelity
Mood Disorders
Men’s Issues
New Parents (& Expecting Parents)
PAR (Partner Assault Response) Court Mandated
Parenting Children with Chronic Health Issues
Parenting Support
Peer Relationships
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
School Issues
Sex Therapy
Self Esteem & Self Confidence
Self-harming & Suicidal Ideation
Separation, Divorce, Co-Parenting, Blending Families
Single parents
Sleep / Insomnia
Social Anxiety
Stress
Trauma & PTSD (EMDR)
Women’s Issues