About me

Melissa Taylor, MSW, RSW

Pronouns she/her

“Our feelings are our most genuine paths to knowledge.”  – Audre Lorde

About Me

I am a creative person, and art influences my professional work. I have completed my bachelor and master of social work from Ryerson University, and I am registered with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I have over 15 years’ experience providing counselling services to individuals and families in a variety of settings. I feel privileged that people have allowed me to witness their lives in the midst of suffering and transformation;  it’s a daily reminder of the courage which lives within all of us.

Approaches

I use various counselling approaches, depending on the person’s needs. I am trained in the following modalities: cognitive behavioral therapy; mindfulness, narrative therapy; solution-focused; harm reduction; and anti-oppressive practices. My style is collaborate and creative, bringing the whole person (body, mind, and spirit) at the centre of any modality.

I specialize in:

• Workplace Stress
• Stress Management
• Shame and Guilt
• Feeling Stuck
• Anger Management
• Depression and Anxiety
• Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome
• Trauma
• Anti-Racism & AOP
• Trans Health Assessments
• Ontario Disability Support Program Applications

Availability

I am available at the Healing Collective: Saturday 10am-5pm.

I offer free 20 minute phone consultations. I charge $130 per 50 minute session, and I also do a sliding scale for clients who may not have insurance and cannot afford full fee therapy. 

E: ancestralpsychotherapy@gmail.com

P:647-667-3710