Melissa Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M3A
Let's Connect (249) 209-0263
Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts, images, impulses or urges that cause you anxiety? Are you confined to a personal prison due to your compulsions? You keep having these thoughts and feelings that feel completely irrational, but you can't help but keep doubting yourself? It feels so real, and you wish you could just find that certainty that you're desperate for.
You’re not alone. Obsessive compulsive disorder can be incredibly debilitating, but there is hope. You can take back control of your life, and I can help you get there.
You'll learn to tolerate uncertainty and doubt, resist compulsions, and get back to enjoying your life, your relationships, and your hobbies. You don't have to suffer. It is possible to enjoy life again without spending every waking moment in your head, or repeating behaviours trying to find a feeling that won't come.
Intrusive thoughts, images, urges and impulses can be incredibly scary, embarrassing and flat out exhausting. With lived experience of OCD, I understand that taking the first step towards recovery can be doubtful, but you can do it. Let’s chat, and get you there.
Call or Email Melissa Walker now for a free 15 minute consultation - (249) 209-0263
Let's Connect (249) 209-0263
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- Equitable Life of Canada
- First Canadian Health
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- GMS Carrier 50
- iA Financial Group
- Johnson
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- LiUNA Local 183
- LiUNA Local 506
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- Maximum Benefit
- People Corporation
- RWAM Insurance Administrators
- Simply Benefits
- TELUS Health
- Union Benefits
Melissa Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (249) 209-0263
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Melissa Walker
Melissa Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (249) 209-0263
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Thinking Disorders
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Hoarding
- LGBTQ+
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Melissa Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (249) 209-0263
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Indigenous Peoples
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Indigenous Peoples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Inference-Based CBT
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
Melissa Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 209-0263