Melissa Recine

Registered Psychotherapist

English

Background

I’m a psychotherapist committed to providing a safe, supportive space for you to explore challenges and create lasting change. My approach blends compassion, respect, and evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs. I’ve worked with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship concerns, always believing growth is possible at any stage. Therapy with me is a collaborative journey to understand your experiences, uncover patterns, and build practical tools for everyday life—helping you feel heard, empowered, and ready to move forward.

Your therapeutic experience with me

You can expect a warm, calm space where you’re met with empathy and without judgment. From the moment you sit down, my focus is on truly hearing you—your story, your struggles, and your hopes. My style blends gentle guidance with collaborative exploration, allowing us to move at your pace while still working toward meaningful change. Together, we’ll uncover insights, build coping tools, and nurture your strengths. My goal is for you to leave each session feeling seen, supported, and more confident in your ability to navigate life’s challenges.

Areas of expertise

These are the areas I commonly work with, and they form a big part of the support I offer in my practice:

Trauma?

Depression?

Grief, Loss, And Bereavement?

Anxiety & Worry?

Attachment?

Obsessive–compulsive Disorder?

I also support you in these additional areas and welcome you to reach out if any of them speak to what you are going through:

ADHD?

Career & Life Transitions?

Therapeutic approaches

These are the approaches at the heart of my work, and I use them often because they help create meaningful change:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps clients see how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. We work together to challenge unhelpful patterns and build practical coping skills. This approach is goal-focused, empowering you to manage challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT helps clients accept difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on actions that align with their values. Together, we build mindfulness, flexibility, and resilience so you can live a more meaningful, fulfilling life—even in the face of challenges.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

IFS helps you understand and heal the different “parts” of yourself. We work to create compassion for each part, even those carrying pain, so they can release burdens. This process fosters inner harmony, self-acceptance, and lasting emotional growth.

Somatic Therapy

Somatic Therapy helps you connect with the mind-body link, using body awareness to process and release stored stress or trauma. By gently tuning into physical sensations, we work to restore balance, reduce tension, and promote healing from the inside out.

Professional credentials

Registered Psychotherapist
- No.14910

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

Educational background

Master of Arts and Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University, Canada

Practice locations & services

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