Susan Darlene
Registered Psychotherapist, Susan Merli, MACP, RP, PCC, CEBS (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Burlington, ON L7L
Let's Connect (226) 605-6413

If you're looking for a psychotherapist who listens deeply, creates a nurturing space for acceptance and curiosity to flourish and a safe harbour where empathy and compassion thrive, please consider Authentika Psychotherapy. I'll work with you to co-create solutions that are practical, attainable, and realistic. I see clients for many reasons. Some want to set clear and healthy boundaries while others are looking to better communicate needs and have healthier relationships. Many want to reduce stress and anxiety and move beyond trauma experiences. Whatever the reason, I'm here to help you with your mental health goals.
I specialize in individual and relationship challenges. I'm certified in EMDR, clinical hypnotherapy, and take a trauma-informed approach to working with various modalities. I'm an integrative practitioner who will create a safe and secure environment for you to explore, think, grow, and heal.
Free 15-minute intake sessions are a click away. I'm here to meet you where you're at with empathy and kindness.
Call or Email Susan Darlene Merli now for a free 15 minute consultation - (226) 605-6413
Let's Connect (226) 605-6413

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- Blue Cross
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Chambers Plan
- Desjardins
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Equitable Life of Canada
- Great-West Life
- Green Shield Canada
- Homewood Health
- Johnston Group
- Manulife
- Medavie Blue Cross
- SunLife
- TELUS Health
- The Co-operators
Susan Darlene Merli
Registered Psychotherapist, Susan Merli, MACP, RP, PCC, CEBS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 605-6413
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 13661 Susan Merli
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended Yorkville University, MACP, Graduated 2023
- Degree/Diploma from Wilfrid Laurier University Diploma in Business Administration
- Degree/Diploma from Wilfrid Laurier University Bachelor of Arts
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Susan Darlene Merli
Registered Psychotherapist, Susan Merli, MACP, RP, PCC, CEBS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 605-6413
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Cancer
- Career Guidance
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Susan Darlene Merli
Registered Psychotherapist, Susan Merli, MACP, RP, PCC, CEBS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 605-6413
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Single Parent
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- EMDR
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Susan Darlene Merli
Registered Psychotherapist, Susan Merli, MACP, RP, PCC, CEBS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 605-6413
Location
Susan Darlene Merli
Registered Psychotherapist, Susan Merli, MACP, RP, PCC, CEBS
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 605-6413