Melissa has a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling and has been a certified mental health counselor working with couples, individuals and families. She is a respected counselor and expert in her field, has been a guest speaker for small and large corporations, consulted with all levels of management and HR leaders making recommendations to improve workplace environment and culture. She has always been a strong advocate and cheerleader for anyone in need.
She draws on more than 20 years of expertise in working with diverse populations, workplace mental health and well-being, and first hand experience with Breast Cancer to provide counselling, consultation, advocacy, custom speeches and private consultations on a variety of topics.
Melissa's approach is uniquely conversational, practical and interactive. Her presentations are unapologetic and bold, drawing on her sarcastic sense of humor providing a distinct platform in which no topic, no question, no answer is taboo. Just Ask. She is relatable, humorous and inspiring, and draws on personal and professional experiences that demonstrate resiliency, adaptability, survival and inspiration.
Melissa provides on-site and remote consultations with business' and corporations, virtual and telephonic counseling across Canada, and face-to-face sessions in her office in the GTA. Her areas of practice include individuals, couples and families.
The affect you have on others is the most valuable currency there is. ~ Jim Carrey, on How to Find Happiness in Life