
Melinda Cunningham
Are you looking for someone who will help you build skills to better manage life stressors? Do you want to improve your relationship with yourself or others? I am a Registered Social Worker who strongly values relationships in the therapeutic setting, while also utilizing various counseling frameworks to empower people to create the change they desire in their lives.
I have a great deal of experience working with both youth and adults. I have specific interest in many areas including, trauma and relationships challenges. I recognize the importance of interpersonal connections to optimize personal health and well-being, therefore I strive to create a therapeutic alliance based on safety and trust.
I approach each counselling relationship with respect and utilize a blend of several therapeutic modalities such as, but not limited to, CBT, DBT, EFT and strength based approaches. I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy which is a trauma-informed approach that can produce quick relief of various mental health symptoms.
Education
2023-2025
Master of Social Work Degree
University of Regina
2012-2014
Bachelor of Social Work Degree
University of Regina
Expertise
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Anxiety
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Behavioural Issues
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Bipolar Disorder
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Borderline Personality (BPD)
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Codependency
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Coping Skills
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Depression
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Divorce
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Family Conflict
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Life Transitions
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Mood Disorders
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Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
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Parenting
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Peer Relationships
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Relationship Issues
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School Issues
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Sexual Abuse
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Stress
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Suicidal Ideation
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Thinking Disorders
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Trauma and PTSD