About Michelle

Hello! My name is Michelle Kelly, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Conestoga College. My educational journey has enhanced my appreciation for mental health and equipped me with the skills to confidently address and support your concerns.

My passion for helping others has been demonstrated in various customer service, training and development, and administrative roles. I previously worked at a centre for child development, where compassion and understanding helped ease nerves and uncover families’ hidden potential. I love to help clients experience that “lightbulb” moment by collectively strengthening self-awareness and unlocking the strength and tools within to lead rewarding lives.

I aim to provide you a safe, non-judgmental space to feel validated and respected throughout your journey. We will collaboratively build a personalized treatment plan that allows you to lead your therapeutic experience and build the skills to navigate the challenges and triumphs in your life. I strongly believe trust and respect are essential to the therapeutic relationship and encourage you to advocate for your mental health by sharing your ideas, concerns, and goals along the way.

In my spare time, I enjoy nature walks, music, finding new recipes to test, and spending time with loved ones. I also appreciate the value of therapy through personal experience and understand the various emotions that can arise when first walking in the door. We will navigate these emotions together at the right pace for you.

Services Offered: Individual Therapy (12+) and Couples Therapy

Insurance Designation: Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Treatment Specialties: 2SLGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss, and Addiction

Therapeutic Modalities: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Attachment and Trauma-Informed Lens, Informed in: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Humanistic Psychology, and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)