Melissa Beer, BSW, MSW

Registered Social Worker
546 Christina Street N, Unit 504-B, Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 5W6
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Session Fees: Intake 90 minutes $247.50 and 50 minute session is $165.00

Hello, and welcome. My name is Melissa Beer, and I’m a Registered Social Worker who helps people navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and care.

I began my work in the helping field after completing my Social Service Worker diploma (2013) and Addictions & Mental Health postgraduate program (2014) at Durham College. I later earned my Bachelor of Social Work from Toronto Metropolitan University in 2019, and my Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University. I’m also completing a Trauma Certificate at Wilfrid Laurier and Level 2 training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), expected to finish in December 2025.
Since 2014, I’ve worked in mental health and addiction support, helping people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and challenges with addictive behaviours.

In therapy, I offer a warm, gentle, and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to explore your experiences and emotions at your own pace. I believe healing begins when we feel understood, accepted, and supported.

I draw from several therapeutic approaches that help connect the mind and body, including:
Internal Family Systems (IFS) – helps you understand and heal the different “parts” of yourself that may feel in conflict
Somatic Experiencing – helps the body release stress and tension stored from past experiences
Polyvagal Theory and Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) – help calm the nervous system and restore a sense of safety

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)-informed and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)-informedapproaches – support you in building practical coping skills, emotional regulation, and mindfulness

My approach is rooted in self-compassion and an anti-oppressive lens, honouring your unique story and recognizing how personal and social factors shape your experience.

As Dr. Gabor Maté says, “The question is not why the addiction, but why the pain?” Together, we’ll work to understand and heal the pain beneath your symptoms so you can move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Therapy with me can help you:

Feel calmer and more in control of your emotions
Understand your patterns and triggers
Improve relationships and boundaries
Build resilience, confidence, and coping strategies
Reduce anxiety, depression, and physical symptoms of stress

Fees:
$247.50 for a 90-minute intake session

$165.00 for a 50-minute session

Most insurance plans cover sessions with a Registered Social Worker.
Location:
546 Christina Street North, Unit 504-B
Sarnia, Ontario
I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward healing and personal growth.

Melissa Beer Reaches

Sarnia ON
Chatham Kent ON

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