Hi, my name is Melanie (she/her), and I’m a licensed social worker.
Growing up, I had many different interests that kept me active and engaged—I also found it difficult to spend time alone. At 15, I was diagnosed with depression and generalized anxiety disorder, and began working with a psychologist alongside medication. This early experience shaped my understanding of mental health, both personally and professionally.
In my mid-20s, significant family changes intensified my existing challenges. Around the same time, I developed health issues that required two abdominal surgeries. Although I was told I would recover within 1–2 weeks, my healing process was much longer. I took a month off work and experienced chronic pain for over a year due to severe abdominal adhesions. During this time, I built a multidisciplinary care team to support my recovery.
Movement had always been an important way for me to manage anxiety, but living with chronic pain meant I could no longer rely on it as a coping strategy. I often felt stuck in my body, dismissed, and misunderstood. Over time, through consistent care and a focus on reducing inflammation, my pain gradually improved.
I was also diagnosed with IBS, GERD, SIBO, and HPA axis dysregulation. Through this journey, I’ve learned how to manage my anxiety and no longer experience depression in the same way I once did.
I also have lived experience with fertility challenges. After a long and emotional journey, I became a mother to a beautiful boy. Parenthood has opened a new chapter in my life—one that continues to ground me, challenge me, and deepen my commitment to supporting others through similar experiences.
Do you find yourself struggling with grief, reproductive or perinatal mental health, or chronic pain? Are you navigating anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or feeling overwhelmed by the invisible load of daily life? Do you find it difficult to prioritize your own needs or make sense of intense emotions during life transitions?
You don’t have to go through this alone.
I support individuals navigating fertility journeys, perinatal stress, anxiety, grief, and chronic pain or life-limiting illnesses. My approach is compassionate and holistic, with a focus on helping you feel seen, supported, and empowered as you move forward.
Creating a safe and respectful space built on trust is at the heart of my work. Together, we will draw on your strengths and use a variety of therapeutic approaches to build sustainable coping skills, support your healing, and help you navigate both your inner experience and the healthcare system with greater clarity and confidence.
I offer services in both French and English.
You’re welcome to book a free discovery session when you’re ready
