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Ancestral Memory Therapy

Registered Social Worker, MSW (she, her)

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5 Endorsed
21 King St. W, Hamilton, ON L8P
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Available both in-person and online
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.
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ancestral Memory Therapy

21 King St. W

Hamilton, ON L8P map

(647) 557-3150

348 Danforth Avenue

Toronto, ON M4K map

Website
I specialize in Racial Identity, Women's Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
We are here for you. Book a free phone consultation to connect with your potential therapist.
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 map

(647) 557-3150

348 Danforth Avenue

Toronto, ON M4K map

Website
I specialize in Racial Identity, Women's Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
We are here for you. Book a free phone consultation to connect with your potential therapist.
Ancestral Memory Therapy

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • First Nations Health Authority
  • Green Shield Canada
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Your body is wise
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
"
Your body is wise
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150

Qualifications

    Registered Social Worker: Melissa Taylor

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Melissa Taylor
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 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
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
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EMDR certified
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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

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

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • 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.
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
"
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.
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150

5 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
CounsellorMEdCCCRCC
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.
Shareen Rikhraj
Shareen Rikhraj
Registered PsychotherapistRPMScBSc
Melissa is warm, full of wisdom, and has a way of making you feel wonderfully empowered. She combines different techniques so your time together is personalized to your needs. If you're seeking an anti-oppressive, accepting space, I wholly recommend her.
Jenn Shields, Psychotherapy and EMDR
Jenn Shields, Psychotherapy and EMDR
Registered Social WorkerMSWRSW
I've worked with Melissa for several years in a therapy collective and on a team coaching new EMDR therapists. She's a skilled, compassionate clinician - grounded, attuned, kind, and always a joy to collaborate with!

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
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150
"
EMDR and sensormotor psychotherapy
Photo of Melissa Taylor - Ancestral Memory Therapy , Registered Social Worker, MSW
Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 557-3150

Location

Primary Location

Ancestral Memory Therapy

21 King St. W

Hamilton, ON L8P

(647) 557-3150

Additional Location

348 Danforth Avenue

Toronto, ON M4K

(647) 557-3150

Nearby Areas

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Ancestral Memory Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW
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
Call for a free consultation now - (647) 557-3150