Megan Strachan
Megan Strachan, RP(Q) (she/her)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Provinces: Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, Newfoundland, Nunavut
Seeing A Therapist Is a Time to Be Truly Heard and Understood
Being listened to, and actually feeling understood seems to be a rare thing these days. Sitting with a therapist who isn’t distracted and is actively there just for you may feel unusual at first but that’s the thing with therapy, it’s not your everyday experience, it is a time just for you. In our sessions, we start from your current point of need, and together, we look at the challenges you are facing to improve both your inner and outer worlds.
I support individuals dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, codependency, relationship issues, and shame. I am here to provide acceptance, curiosity, and fresh insights into what may seem unchangeable in your life. The top mental health modalities I use in sessions are: EMDR, Somatic therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I am also trained in and may integrate these supports into our sessions if needed: CBT, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
What You Can Expect from Therapy with Me
I am a trauma informed therapist and, in our sessions, I am dedicated to making sure you feel supported and cared for while you are with me. Your story, your experiences, and your world are what’s most important to me. Working with both talk and embodied approaches, my interest is supporting you in connecting with your inner truth and wisdom. By balancing out the chaos with the calm, I’m here to provide breathing space so you can figure out what you really want out of life.
Together, we will explore and assess why you’re feeling the way you are, and what the best path forward is. Everything is tailored to your personal challenges and goals, there is no one size that fits all therapeutic approaches, and I may use a number of different approaches to support your growth and healing.
My journey: From Law to Therapy
My own path to therapy was unconventional, beginning with a career in law. As a teenager with a love of public speaking and debate, pursuing law seemed like a natural choice. Encouraged by mentors and family, I dedicated myself to this goal, despite an underlying sense that it might not be my true calling.
My legal career spanned various fields - environmental law, Indigenous rights, and family law. Yet, in each role, I felt a disconnect between what I was doing, and who I was. The practice of law didn't really resonate with the life I envisioned for myself. I began to want a deeper connection with others. The aspect of law that did resonate with me was the human connection – understanding and aiding people through significant life changes. This realization, coupled with my own experiences in counselling, propelled me towards a career as a therapist.
Finding Fulfillment Along Life’s Many Paths
Fun fact about me: I am an ultramarathon runner and have been for years. As both a therapist, and a runner, I’ve seen how resilient people can be, and with the right support - that strength can grow. There is a place for endurance, and for tolerating discomfort, but if you feel like most of your day, every day is just one long marathon, without much rest of joy, it might be time to get some outside support to see if you can find a better way to journey through your life.
Therapy isn't just for navigating crises; it's also about enhancing your day to day life, even when things are "okay”. With the right care, you can make new shifts that help you align more authentically with your values and goals, for a future you that feels stronger and more empowered.
Connecting with You
If you're ready to explore therapy, whether you're a young adult finding your way or a professional evaluating your life's trajectory, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can work towards not just enduring life, but truly living it. Contact me for a free consultation, and let's begin this journey together.
Areas of Practice and Approach
Individual Counselling
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy (Trauma Informed)
- Existential Therapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Trauma Informed Therapy
- Relational Psychotherapy
- Feminist Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Radical Acceptance Therapy
Support For
- Anxiety
- Anger
- Burnout
- Trauma & PTSD
- Self-Esteem
- Sports Performance
- Parenting Concerns
- Sleep
- Divorce
- Self-Harm
- Weight Loss
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Perfectionism & Imposter Syndrome
- Spirituality
- Life Transitions
- Women’s Issues
Age Group I Work With
- 18 and older
Professional Qualifications and Experience
Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology,
Yorkville University
Juris Doctor & Master of Global Affairs, University of Toronto
Honours Bachelor of Arts, York University
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, CRPO
Professional Fees
Consultations
- Initial consultations are FREE
- All consultations are 20 minutes long
Individual Counselling
- $135 + HST
- 50 minute session
Couples Counselling
- I’m not accepting couples clients at this time
Crypto Payments
- Are available
- Email us for more information
