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Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern

Melissa Lerner

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Kingston, ON K7L
(365) 799-8522
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Are you an overachieving, people-pleasing human who has a hard time saying no, tends to overwork, is secretly riddled with anxiety, has a challenging relationship with your parents, has difficulty setting and maintaining boundaries, and feel like you're riding a roller coaster of big emotions? Like the Type-A person that you are, you've tried all the things to feel better: self-help, exercise, yoga, meditation, healthy eating, new planners, podcasts...but you're still stuck. You thought it was a phase, but now it's starting to affect your relationships, and you're finally feeling ready - and willing - to make a real change.
Hi, I'm Melissa, and as a therapist with my own lived experience, I get it. Whether it’s healthily losing 50lbs and maintaining it, grappling with the grief of childlessness, walking the path of divorce, or rebuilding myself through seasons of transition, I am no stranger to perfectionism, anxiety, and emotions that feel too big to handle.
It's now my mission to help others to work through the patterns of behaviour that keep them stuck, so they can confidently emerge as the version of themselves they wish to be. I take an integrated, trauma-informed approach to therapy, blending concepts from neuroscience, somatics, and my experience coaching to develop a plan that's as unique as my clients.
Call or Melissa Lerner now for a free 15 minute consultation - (365) 799-8522

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

True Self Counselling

Kingston, ON K7L

(365) 799-8522

True Self Counselling

Hamilton, ON L9C

NEW May 2025: Now Accepting New Clients! NO Waitlist. Virtual Appts Across Ontario. Email for a free consult :)
I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (365) 799-8522
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

True Self Counselling

Kingston, ON K7L

(365) 799-8522

True Self Counselling

Hamilton, ON L9C

NEW May 2025: Now Accepting New Clients! NO Waitlist. Virtual Appts Across Ontario. Email for a free consult :)
I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Cheque, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Alberta Blue Cross
  • Alberta School Employee
  • Alliance
  • Any/Out-of-network Insurance
  • Arete
  • Beneva | SSQ
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Chambers Plan
  • CINUP
  • ComPsych
  • CVAP | Crime Victim
  • Desjardins
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Equitable Life of Canada
  • First Canadian Health
  • First Choice Health | FCH
  • Great-West Life
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Guardian
  • Health Net
  • Homewood Health
  • Humana
  • iA Financial Group
  • Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
  • Johnson
  • Johnston Group
  • LifeWise
  • Manulife
  • Maximum Benefit
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Medicare
  • Meridian
  • Military OneSource
  • MultiPlan
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
  • The Co-operators
  • UHC UnitedHealthcare UBH United Behavioral Health
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
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Most private insurance plans cover services by a Registered Psychotherapist. I also offer sliding scale rates to make therapy accessible to as many people as possible. Special rates might be available if you don't have insurance coverage. If you need help checking your insurance, send me an email!
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 799-8522
"
Most private insurance plans cover services by a Registered Psychotherapist. I also offer sliding scale rates to make therapy accessible to as many people as possible. Special rates might be available if you don't have insurance coverage. If you need help checking your insurance, send me an email!
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 799-8522

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 18163 Melissa Lerner

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Yorkville University, MACP, Graduated 2025

    • Additional Credentials

  • Licensed by Province of Ontario / 18163
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I am currently completing my clinical residency at Yorkville University via True Self Counselling. I practice under supervision of a highly experienced therapist, and am scheduled to graduate in May 2025.
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 799-8522
"
I am currently completing my clinical residency at Yorkville University via True Self Counselling. I practice under supervision of a highly experienced therapist, and am scheduled to graduate in May 2025.
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 799-8522

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • Mood Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
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I specialize in helping high-achieving, Type-A, people-pleasing women who struggle with anxiety, intense emotions, boundary-setting, and the pressure to do it all. My clients often face challenges in interpersonal relationships, and feel stuck despite their best efforts, seeking support to navigate these patterns and create meaningful change.
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 799-8522
"
I specialize in helping high-achieving, Type-A, people-pleasing women who struggle with anxiety, intense emotions, boundary-setting, and the pressure to do it all. My clients often face challenges in interpersonal relationships, and feel stuck despite their best efforts, seeking support to navigate these patterns and create meaningful change.
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 799-8522

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Schema Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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My approach is as unique as my clients. There will be times when we spend more time processing past events and family history, and times when it makes more sense to focus on creating the life you dream of. Either way, the issues that need to be resolved will show up in our work together, and we will address them as they do. I take a trauma-informed, solutions focused, CBT approach to therapy.
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 799-8522
"
My approach is as unique as my clients. There will be times when we spend more time processing past events and family history, and times when it makes more sense to focus on creating the life you dream of. Either way, the issues that need to be resolved will show up in our work together, and we will address them as they do. I take a trauma-informed, solutions focused, CBT approach to therapy.
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 799-8522

Location

Primary Location

True Self Counselling

Kingston, ON K7L

(365) 799-8522

Email me

My website

Additional Location

True Self Counselling

Hamilton, ON L9C

(365) 799-8522

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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NEW May 2025: Now Accepting New Clients! NO Waitlist. Virtual Appts Across Ontario. Email for a free consult :)
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call for a free consultation now - (365) 799-8522
"
NEW May 2025: Now Accepting New Clients! NO Waitlist. Virtual Appts Across Ontario. Email for a free consult :)
Photo of Melissa Lerner, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Melissa Lerner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), Intern
Call for a free consultation now - (365) 799-8522