
Melanie Zimerman
MACP, BA
Conseiller canadien certifié


Melanie's
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Parcours
I have worked in the mental health field since 2022. I enjoy the work that I do by helping people who are struggling with their mental health and tailoring my approaches based on what every individual needs. I do my best to create a positive and safe environment where individuals feel comfortable opening up about their struggles so that we can work together to explore how we can best help you. Although it might be nerve-wracking, know that you have already taken that first step by asking for help.
Votre expérience thérapeutique avec moi
I offer an integrative approach to finding what is best suited for you and your needs. This includes Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Person-Centred, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I give you the space and time you need to grow and implement changes while also exploring what potential challenges you come across and finding ways to overcome them so that we can help you achieve your goals.
Domaines d’expertise
Ces domaines représentent mes expertises principales, soutenues par une formation spécialisée et une vaste expérience clinique.

Traumatisme et SSPT (Trauma & PTSD)

Anxiété & Inquiétude (Anxiety & Worry)

Dépression (Depression)

Trouble de la personnalité borderline (Borderline Personality (BPD))

Compétences d'adaptation (Coping Skills)

Stress (Stress)
J’offre également un accompagnement compétent dans ces domaines et j’accueille les client·e·s qui souhaitent du soutien sur ces enjeux.

deuil, perte, et veuvage (Grief, Loss, And Bereavement)

Dissociation (Dissociation)

TOC (OCD)

Équilibre vie professionnelle/vie personnelle (Work/life Balance)

Suicidalité (Suicidality)

Préoccupations scolaires (School Concerns)

Abus sexuel (viol, abus sexuel infantile, trafic sexuel) (Sexual Abuse (rape, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Sex Trafficking))

Communication (Communication)

Estime de soi & Valeur personnelle (Self-esteem & Self-worth)

relations amoureuses (Romantic Relationships)
Approches thérapeutiques
Voici mes principales approches thérapeutiques, soutenues par une formation spécialisée et une expérience clinique approfondie.

Thérapie cognitivo-comportementale (TCC) (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT))
CBT helps you identify, challenge, and modify maladaptive thinking patterns. It can help in addressing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. It can help you gain strategies for ways to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in difficult situations.

Thérapie comportementale dialectique (TCD) (Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT))
DBT is beneficial in helping individuals manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and reduce harmful behaviours. I introduce emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills to help indiviudals who struggle with regulating their emotions. This approach is effective for those with BPD.

Approche basée sur les forces (Strength-based Approach)
I use a strength-based approach, which involves focusing on and utilizing your strengths and resources to facilitate positive change. This type of approach can enhance one's self-esteem, and we build upon your existing strengths and skills.

Thérapie d'acceptation et d'engagement (ACT) (Acceptance And Commitment Therapy (ACT))
I use ACT to help individuals accept uncomfortable experiences/feelings and commit to using their values when exploring what actions to take. It involves opening up about your thoughts and feelings without judgment and learning to observe them as they are rather than being controlled by them.
J’intègre également ces approches fondées sur des données probantes lorsque cela est cliniquement pertinent :

Approche centrée sur la personne (Person-centered Approach)

Réduction du stress basée sur la pleine conscience (MBPC) (Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR))

Thérapie brève orientée solution (Solution Focused Brief Therapy)

pleine conscience (Mindfulness)

Intégratif (Integrative)

Thérapie basée sur la sensibilisation au trauma (Trauma-informed Therapy)

Thérapie cognitive basée sur la pleine conscience (Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy)
Communautés desservies et expertise culturelle
Voici les populations et communautés culturelles que je suis particulièrement qualifié·e à soutenir.
Populations que je dessers

Étudiants

Jeunes adultes

Adultes

Adolescents

Hommes
Communautés culturelles que je comprends

Communauté latine

canadien
Titres professionnels

Conseiller canadien certifié
- No de permis 10010808
Association canadienne de counseling et de psychothérapie
Parcours académique

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University, Canada

Bachelor of Arts Degree
University of Manitoba, Canada
Formation spécialisée
Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Evergreen Certification
Dialectical Behavior Therapy for PTSD
Mental Health Academy
Working with ADHD in Children and Adolescents
Mental Health Academy