Megan Appleton
Student Therapist - MACP (IN PROGRESS) Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Hi I’m Megan! I am a student therapist and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at Rebound Total Health. I have always had a passion for helping people and have found myself on a career path that reflects that. I have worked in many different areas working with children, youth and adults and noticed the positive impact that empathy and non-judgmental listening has when working with all ages. My goal is to help you along your journey to healing and understand that no two experiences are the same. Using a compassionate, empathetic, and understanding approach I look forward to help guide you through your journey!
My goal is to help you live your best life whatever that looks like to you! Reach out today.I’ll be your teammate as we work towards becoming the best version of you.
We can connect virtually or in person
Whether you’re near or far, I can help you bounce back. We can meet in-person in a calming, quiet environment in our newly renovated office space in Dundas, Ontario. We can also meet conveniently online or via telephone, giving you more flexibility to choose a time and place that works for you and your busy schedule.
If you’re ready to start, book a free consultation with me below.
What Can I Help you with?
I have experience working with Teens, Adults, Couples & Seniors. Do you need help with any of the struggles listed below? I can help!
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
- Body Acceptance
- Self-Esteem & Confidence
- Grief & Loss
- Family Conflict
- Relationship Issues
- Life transitions
- Coping Skills
Don’t see your struggle on the list above?
Let’s chat in a free consultation to see if I can help you or if someone on the Rebound team would be a better fit.
Working with me
My hope is to provide a comfortable, safe, and non-judgmental environment where you can feel supported and heard. I am here to meet you where you’re at in your journey providing support, encouragement, and validation along the way!
Worth mentioning
As clients decide who they want to work with for counselling, there’s lots to take into consideration! Here are some additional perks you should know of!
I bring a warm and approachable demeanor to sessions to ensure that the therapeutic environment is built on trust, authenticity, and mutual respect
While I have tools and techniques that I like to use I understand that therapy is unique to the individual. I want to listen to your experiences and help to find an approach that works best for you and your individual needs!
My online booking platform allows you to book your own sessions and find times that work best for you and your schedule. Don’t feel comfortable booking online? that’s okay too. You can book with me directly following your session or email me to book!
What does a session with me look like?
A session with me will be tailored to your individual needs and goals, the most important part of building a positive therapeutic relationship. Together we will work at building rapport by getting to know you through discussion on your background, current challenges, and goals for therapy. I am here to help in ways that work best for you and your needs through exploration, reflection, skill building and coping strategies. Throughout the sessions it is my hope to create a positive and empowering therapeutic experience to ensure that we are working together in your best interest!
Q&A just for fun
Q: Dogs or Cats?
A: Dogs I grew up with multiple dogs and hope to have my own one day!
Q: Guilty Pleasure?
A: Reality T.V specifically anything real housewives!
Q: Favourite Season?
A: Winter, specifically around the holidays brings me so much joy!
Q: Favourite Saying?
A: She believed she could so she did.
Q: Biggest Pet Peeve
A: Cracking knuckles, the sound freaks me out!
Q: Ideal Vacation?
A: Somewhere warm with a beautiful view of the ocean!
Q: Hobbies?
A: Reading, I enjoy working out on the spin bike!
Q: Big Dreams?
A: I have had many dreams over the years, currently I hope to have a career I’m proud of and hope for a family of my own one day!
My approach
I like to use a client-centered approach with my clients. I believe that each client is the expert of their own life I am simply here to help in facilitating your own exploration, growth and healing. I like to use a collaborative and empowering approach that respects your autonomy an inherent capacity for self-understanding and change. I will bring empathy and genuineness to each session to foster trust and rapport. When working with me we will work collaboratively to decipher what tools and strategies will work best for you to fulfil your goals and emotional needs!
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Develop practical techniques to change behavioural patterns and learn to identify, question and adjust your thoughts, attitudes and beliefs as they relate to your struggles.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
An approach that fosters acceptance, instead of avoidance and pathology. Learn to develop more psychological flexibility and self-acceptance.
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Together, we will examine your past experiences in a safe way. With a strength-based approach. you may learn about the impacts of trauma while rebuilding a sense of control in your life.
Solution-Focused
A goal-directed, collaborative approach aimed at addressing your current problems and providing adequate solutions based on your lifestyle. Together, we will develop solutions instead of focusing primarily on problems.
Credentials
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University (In Progress)
Post Graduate Certificate in Mental Health and Disability Management, Mohawk College
Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Studies, Brock University
CCPA Student Member #
CRPO Registration # 17380
Fees & Session Costs
Individual 50-Minute Session $80
Individual 75-Minute Session $120Â
Couples’ 50-Minute Session $100Â
Training Highlights
Drop the Worry Ball – Alex Russell (2023)
You don’t have to be positive all the time. It’s perfectly okay to feel sad, angry, annoyed, frustrated, scared and anxious. Having feelings doesn’t make you a negative person. It makes you human.
- Lori Deschene
Interested in working with me?
As your counsellor I provide a comfortable, judgement-free space for help and healing.
When you’re ready, I invite individuals from all walks of life to reach out for a free consultation to see if we’re the right fit.