Jesika Merino M.Ed., RSW, Psychotherapist, SEP

My passion for psychology came to fruition by chance through an elective class in CEGEP. While my intentions were to pursue a career in the sciences, my introduction to psychology made me second-guess my career plans. As a result, I pursued a double major in biology and psychology in my undergraduate years. My fascination for psychology became apparent the more classes I took. In so much, I switched faculties half way through my undergrad, graduating with a Bachelors of Science with a specialization in Psychology, which then led to a Masters of Education in Counselling at the University of Ottawa

Whether you are looking for or considering counselling for yourself or someone else, an important step to healing was taken if you are here. Life experiences brought on by difficult circumstances are never the clearest to understand or the easiest to tackle. I am of the belief that everyone has the capacity to heal, and through my years as a therapist, I have been honoured to be a part of a client’s journey to regaining their autonomy from trauma.

Allow me to support you at your own pace, by tailoring the sessions to your needs, and holding space to the emotional wounds present in your life. Narrative, Somatic Experiencing, Sand Tray, and mindfulness are the approaches I work with in sessions. With your help, we can carefully unravel these painful experiences so that you may become your own beacon of light, and develop the skills to see and understand your troubles and yourself with clarity.