Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

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Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW (they, them)

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Available both in-person and online

Burks Falls, ON P0A

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I seek to empower clients through safety and connection. I am a trans, non-binary, neuro-divergent human, with 9+ years in recovery from addiction. My lived experience informs my ability to show up with clients in a wholistic, human first kind of way.

I combine many standard treatment modalities and embrace the unique presentation of each client, allowing us to build diverse and wholistic treatment plans together.

It already took courage to get this far. If you’re feeling exhausted, stuck, or unsure where to turn next, you don’t have to sort it out alone. All of you is welcome, without judgment. Together, we can move at your pace, make sense of what you’re carrying, and begin to build the more grounded life you want.

Call or Email Lee Merkley now for a free 15 minute consultation - (249) 500-3115

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Burks Falls, ON P0A

(249) 500-3115

My website

I provide in-person Equine Therapy at our Farm, and provide virtual psychotherapy sessions online. I am available weekdays and weekends.

I specialize in Equine Facilitated Therapy, LGBTQ+ and Life Transitions

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (249) 500-3115

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Burks Falls, ON P0A

(249) 500-3115

My website

I provide in-person Equine Therapy at our Farm, and provide virtual psychotherapy sessions online. I am available weekdays and weekends.

I specialize in Equine Facilitated Therapy, LGBTQ+ and Life Transitions

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Green Shield Canada
SunLife

I aim to make therapy as accessible as possible, and we can discuss payment options prior to your first session. I can offer direct billing for some insurance plans and for others can provide you with a receipt for reimbursement

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-3115

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-3115

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by Province of Ontario / 12202 Supervised by Lauren Power (Ontario / 775989) Lee Merkley

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 4 years

Attended Yorkville University, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2022

Additional Credentials

License: OCSWSSW 849270 / 2023

I have over 6 years experience working in residential treatment for addictions and mental health. I have been learning and providing Equine Therapy for the past 4 years, and have predominately supported military and first responder communities.

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-3115

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-3115

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Equine Facilitated Therapy
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions

Expertise

Addiction
First Responders
Polyamory & ENM
Veterans

I work closely with first responders and clients navigating challenges around life transitions and addictions. Whether Equine or individual psychotherapy, you can expect trauma-informed sessions and collaborative treatment planning. Many clients report reduced hypervigilance, enhanced relationship communication, smoother transitions with renewed purpose and sustained resilience over time.

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-3115

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-3115

2 Endorsements

Hopewithin

Registered Social Worker, BAPsyc, RSSW

Lee meets you exactly where you are, offering a safe, calming, grounded presence that steadies the spirit. Co-regulation becomes a natural pathway to healing. It is a gift to process life's experiences with such a compassionate and steady fellow human.

Free To Be Me Recovery Coaching

CCRC, RCPF, ARCC

I'm grateful to know and endorse Lee Merkley. They are understanding, non-judgmental, accepting, present, safe, and insightful-and they have genuinely helped me accept myself and feel more at ease being me.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Coaching
Compassion Focused
Emotionally Focused
Narrative
Person-Centered
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I combine many standard treatment modalities while embracing the unique presentation of each client, allowing us to build wholistic treatment plans together. Person first, trauma informed language informs all interactions. Equine Therapy, Mindfulness Based Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy.

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-3115

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-3115

Location

Primary Location

Burks Falls, ON P0A

(249) 500-3115

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I provide in-person Equine Therapy at our Farm, and provide virtual psychotherapy sessions online. I am available weekdays and weekends.

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call for a free consultation now - (249) 500-3115

I provide in-person Equine Therapy at our Farm, and provide virtual psychotherapy sessions online. I am available weekdays and weekends.

Lee Merkley

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW

Call for a free consultation now - (249) 500-3115

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