My passion for helping people flourished during my time working at a group home for at-risk female youth. This path led me into the field of addiction where I worked as a program counsellor at a drug and alcohol treatment program for 6 years before transitioning into private practice. I believe it was these experiences - working with individuals in such a vulnerable state - that really motivated me to expand my studies and help people at a bigger capacity. I believe that everyone has the ability and deserves to experience positive change and live their true, authentic, happy selves. I am here to help guide you on that path.
I recognize that reaching out and starting this process can be much easier said than done, so creating space where you feel comfortable in opening up is my first priority. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients by first meeting and identifying areas you would like to work on and what you hope to get out of counselling. 
I offer a variety of approaches to help fulfill your needs. I have training or have studied in the area of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy which is a therapeutic model that can be highly effective for those who have experienced trauma. When working with couples I use the Gottman Method Couples Therapy along with other resources I see fit.
I am accepting both individual and couples counselling clients. Please book a complimentary consultation to see if we would be a good fit or if you have any further questions.

Michelle Ziegler
Registered Clinical Counsellor

(she/Her)