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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW

Ancestral Memory Therapy

Registered Social Worker, MSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
21 King St. W, Hamilton, ON L8P
Let's Connect (647) 557-3150
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of past experiences? Struggling with anxiety, flashbacks, or emotional numbness? You’re not alone—and healing is possible. Wespecialize in trauma therapy, providing a safe and supportive space to process painful experiences and rediscover your strength and resilience. With years of experience in evidence-based treatments like EMDR, somatic therapy, and CBT, We tailor therapy to your unique needs. Whether you're dealing with childhood trauma, PTSD, or complex emotional struggles, we’ll work together to create a path toward healing.
Our sessions are collaborative and personalized to your journey. Using tools like mindfulness and body-based techniques, we’ll focus on understanding and and transformin how trauma impacts your thoughts, emotions, and body. "Our feelings are our most genuine paths to knowledge” Audre Lorde
We offer safe, inclusive, evidence base therapy, so you can get the help you need. Helping people to have a better life is our passion and mission. We support you in your process of setting boundaries, emotional regulation, and/or helping you change a pattern of behaviour that is keeping you stuck. Take the first step and book your free consultation.
Call or Ancestral Memory Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (647) 557-3150

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ancestral Memory Therapy

21 King St. W

Hamilton, ON L8P

(647) 557-3150

211 Danforth Avenue

Toronto, ON M4K

In a time of physical distancing, social connection becomes essential to enhance your emotional and mental health.
I specialize in Racial Identity, Women's Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Let's Connect (647) 557-3150
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ancestral Memory Therapy

21 King St. W

Hamilton, ON L8P

(647) 557-3150

211 Danforth Avenue

Toronto, ON M4K

In a time of physical distancing, social connection becomes essential to enhance your emotional and mental health.
I specialize in Racial Identity, Women's Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Ancestral Memory Therapy

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Green Shield Canada
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Your body is wise
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
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Your body is wise
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW

Qualifications

    Registered Social Worker: Melissa Taylor

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Melissa Taylor
  • In Practice for 8 Years
  • Attended Toronto Metropolian University , Master of Social Worker, Graduated 2013
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EMDR certified
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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
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EMDR certified
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Racial Identity
  • Women's Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Cancer
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Transgender
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Our team treats depression, anxiety, and trauma. We do not have a cookie cutter approach, depending on your needs, we might suggest solution focus, EMDR, relational, cognitive processing therapy, and much more.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
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Our team treats depression, anxiety, and trauma. We do not have a cookie cutter approach, depending on your needs, we might suggest solution focus, EMDR, relational, cognitive processing therapy, and much more.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW

4 Endorsements

Haifa Staiti
Haifa Staiti
Registered Social WorkerMSWRSW
Melissa is a compassionate and highly skilled therapist with a strong commitment to supporting BIPOC clients. She creates a safe and affirming space where individuals can explore their experiences, navigate challenges, and build resilience.
Wendy Ma
Wendy Ma
CounsellorMEdCCC
Melissa is a warm, attentive, experienced therapist and BIPOC ally. She will advocate for your needs, validate the violence you've experienced in your life, and support you in your healing journey.
Helen Elizabeth Reilly
Helen Elizabeth Reilly
Registered Social WorkerMSWRSW
Melissa is a gifted therapist whose body work is so important for healing and wellness. She works somatically with skill, a deep understanding of it's principles and benefits with an intuitive ability to track the process. I recommend her wholeheartedly.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black
Indigenous Peoples

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black
Indigenous Peoples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Brainspotting
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Feminist
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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EMDR and sensormotor psychotherapy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
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EMDR and sensormotor psychotherapy
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW

Location

Primary Location

Ancestral Memory Therapy

21 King St. W

Hamilton, ON L8P

(647) 557-3150

Additional Location

211 Danforth Avenue

Toronto, ON M4K

(647) 557-3150

Nearby Areas

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In a time of physical distancing, social connection becomes essential to enhance your emotional and mental health.
Call for a free consultation now - (647) 557-3150
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
"
In a time of physical distancing, social connection becomes essential to enhance your emotional and mental health.
Call for a free consultation now - (647) 557-3150
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW