Melissa Lavallée
MACP, BA-Psyc
Mental Health Educator & Counsellor
Trauma-informed support for your nervous system, your story, and your life.
For those who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or like they’ve been carrying too much for too long.
MEET MELISSA
I’m a trauma-informed counsellor, educator, and Indigenous woman.
My work is grounded in both lived experience and a Master’s in Counselling Psychology, alongside years of supporting individuals and groups through trauma, overwhelm, and personal growth.
I believe healing happens in spaces that feel human, not clinical, not rushed, and not forced.
YOU MIGHT BE HERE IF…
-You feel overwhelmed but can’t explain why
-You’re always holding it together for everyone else
-You’ve experienced trauma, but don’t know where to start healing
-You feel disconnected from yourself or your identity
-You’re tired of coping… and ready to actually heal
HOW MELISSA HELPS
1:1 Counselling
Trauma-informed, culturally grounded support
Workshops & Groups
Healing in community (identity, burnout, nervous system)
Digital Resources
Guides, journaling, self-paced healing tools
MELISSA’S DIFFERENCE
Healing that honours both your story and your roots
-Trauma-informed care
-Indigenous-informed + culturally grounded
-CBT + relational + storytelling approach
-Lived experience + professional training
TESTIMONIALS
“You have made such an incredible impact on my life. You inspired me to finish what I started and create something meaningful. Thank you for being exactly what this world needs right now.”
“My nervous system is always in fight or flight. This helped me understand how to bring it back to safety.”
“You explain things in a way that actually makes sense and doesn’t make me feel overwhelmed or judged.”
“This is the kind of conversation that shifts culture. It made me start questioning what we’ve normalized.”
“I didn’t realize how much I needed this until I heard it. It stayed with me.”
“You are creating the kind of space where people feel seen, heard, and understood.”
“This needs to be talked about more. Thank you for saying it out loud.”
“I didn’t realize this was trauma. I thought it was just who I was.”
“I needed this today. I was spiraling and comparing earlier.”
“You’re helping people understand themselves in a real way.”
“You create a space that feels like peace, validation, and care.”
BOOK FEATURE: Blooming Through the Cracks
A story of trauma, identity, and healing rooted in Métis experience.
Be the first to read, join the waitlist!
FREE RESOURCE: Download Your Journalling Guide Here
If you’re not sure where to begin, this is a gentle place to start.
“Come Home to Yourself” is a free guided journaling experience designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and ground yourself, one step at a time.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is trauma-informed counselling?
Trauma-informed counselling focuses on creating safety, trust, and empowerment. It recognizes how trauma impacts the body and mind, and supports healing at a pace that feels safe for you.
Do I need to have a diagnosis to work with you?
No. You don’t need a diagnosis or a specific label. You’re welcome to come as you are, with whatever you’re carrying.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes. Sessions are offered online, making support accessible wherever you are in Canada.
How do I know if this is right for me?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or ready for something to shift, this space may be a good fit. You can also start with a free resource to get a feel for my approach.
What makes your approach different?
My work integrates trauma-informed care, Indigenous-informed perspectives, and evidence-based practices, while also honouring lived experience, story, and relational healing.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO CARRY THIS ALONE ANYMORE
Healing doesn’t happen through pressure or perfection.
It happens in spaces that feel safe, supportive, and real.
When you’re ready, I’m here.
