Melanie Gale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
330 Ellis Street, Penticton, BC V2A
Let's Connect (778) 655-4026
Melanie offers counselling services for youth, adults, couples and families. Her approach is client-centered from a strength-based perspective and she views the client as the expert in his or her life. Melanie's approach is eclectic and she utilizes various therapies based on client strengths, personality and desired goals. Melanie believes that with a non-judgmental, respectful, supportive therapeutic relationship, every person can create positive change in his or her life. Melanie's main orientation of practice is Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy as well as EMDR Therapy.
Melanie uses evidence-based approaches to address client issues or concerns. Whether dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, confidence, communication, relationship, life-changes, trust or anger, Melanie's goal is help you move forward and achieve the change you desire.
Melanie has a Master's of Social Work and is registered with the BCCSW and the BCASW. By learning about and respecting your morals, values and beliefs, we can work toward goals and change that are meaningful for you. Every individual has the ability to define their own future!
Call or Email Melanie Gale now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 655-4026
Let's Connect (778) 655-4026
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Couple Sessions $125
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (778) 655-4026
Melanie Gale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 10612 Melanie Gale
- In Practice for 8 Years
- Certificate from BCASW 1006428 / 2015
- Attended University of British Columbia Okanagan, Graduated 2014
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Life Coaching
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Behavioural Issues
- Bisexual
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Codependency
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Internet Addiction
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Indigenous Peoples
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Indigenous Peoples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Family / Marital
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 655-4026
Melanie Gale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW