Melissa Watson

Melissa Watson, M.A. Counselling Psychology

Registered Psychologist

*** Melissa is currently on maternity leave, returning in October 2025. Please use the button above to request an appointment with another Psychologist from our team.

Melissa is deeply passionate about human behaviour—what drives us, connects us, and helps us heal. In particular, the impacts and importance of healthy attachments, relationships, and restoring connection to oneself.

Clients would describe Melissa as deeply caring, calm, and always her authentic self.

When Melissa is not at work, she loves spending quality time with those she loves, getting outside, and curling up at home with a good book on a rainy day.

Experience & Qualifications

Since completing her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and Master of Arts in counselling, Melissa has grounded her therapeutic approach in an emotionally focused, insight-based way.

Areas of specialty
Melissa loves working with teens. She provides validation and support while helping them realize their potential and create healthy connections. She also works with parents to strengthen the parent-child relationship and empower them to be what their children need.
Therapeutic approach
Her therapeutic work begins with getting curious. She likes to take a solution-focused and strength-based approach.