https://www.balancemeditation.ca/testimonials daily 0.75 2025-11-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f84ab86581e0121f703e50f/1609186943704-AHOKC15KOW839JWRQ9JY/image-asset.jpeg Testimonials - “After having a break from personal therapy sessions, I decided I wanted to seek out some form of self-care that would enable me to focus on myself, recognising emotions and how to process them. I feel incredibly lucky that I came across Melissa and meditation 2 years ago and have continued to work with her. She offers a warm, safe space both in-person and virtually (more recently), that allowed me to express what I needed from the sessions. Melissa listens intently and guides the session without judgement; Using techniques she felt would best meet my needs and would positively influence my meditation journey. I cannot thank Melissa enough for the invaluable skills that she has taught me using meditation, as I know my awareness and mindfulness to my mental health would not be where it is today without her.” ~Emma, Meditation Coaching Client https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f84ab86581e0121f703e50f/1605037597181-SQGNW5ZZW2GYQ8HF4YBN/dorota-dylka-Y6nFvt1ebyw-unsplash.jpg Testimonials “I have had the wonderful privilege of working with Melissa over the past year to gain insights into meditation and mindfulness. I originally started as a result of a health scare in which I had doctors’ orders to slow down. But I soon realized that these sessions began to shape the way I worked through all daily encounters in a much more positive and productive manner. Melissa goes beyond any expectations I had from a meditation coach. She genuinely listens with compassion, empathy, and understanding. She provides valuable insights and suggestions for problem solving, goal attainment, building confidence, and for long-term happiness. I have been successful at applying new strategies in all aspects of life using mindfulness to focus on priorities, and overall appreciation. I’m probably most excited to be able to offer new approaches to my own children as they navigate their challenging tween and teen years. So thankful that our paths came together when they did. Melissa is truly an exceptional individual who has helped me find even more enjoyment out of life. I would be thrilled to recommend her to anyone!” ~Danielle, Meditation Coaching Client https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f84ab86581e0121f703e50f/1604435305323-1NKOL3L9GJ21JU5APLHR/rodion-kutsaev-rPz96Kdsmok-unsplash.jpg Testimonials “Melissa is very warm, funny, caring and understanding, easily relatable and approachable. I feel that she really takes the time to determine my needs each week, and really goes beyond treating you as just a client. She has the cutest assistant coach too!” ~Lisa, Meditation Coaching Client https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f84ab86581e0121f703e50f/1609187558423-AO2W282BU2FZD3BKLGGW/File_000.jpeg Testimonials - Assistant Coach Beckham https://www.balancemeditation.ca/new-page daily 0.75 2025-11-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f84ab86581e0121f703e50f/1604450972384-Q4ROIXDHOEO2HLO5GU8S/B812A452-C805-498E-A28F-8D8DA6EA8337.jpeg About Me Welcome! I can’t tell you how glad I am that you’re here. Thank you. I am a 500 hour certified Meditation Coach, with a special interest in Meditation for Mental Health. As trite as it can sound, meditation saved my life. I had spent the majority of my time trying to be anywhere but in my own head. I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was wrong with me - I despised myself, and thought everyone else should too. I was unable to cope with day-to-day life and struggling to manage several mental health conditions and their symptoms. Life felt big and scary, and my emotions were like tidal waves that repeatedly drowned me. I was overwhelmed, depressed, riddled with anxiety, and barely functioning. I was terrified that this was all there was to life. Learning and maintaining a regular meditation practice has given me the skills to be able to regulate myself emotionally, and the tools to see the world and myself, with compassion, clarity, and curiosity. The difference is astounding! I am constantly amazed and grateful at the way my life has changed. I knew at a young age that my passion would lie in the service of others. I’m so happy to help ease suffering through meditation and mindfulness . I am certified through Sura Flow’s Liberate - 500 hour Meditation Coach Training program, and I am currently certifying as a Mindfulness Meditation Teacher under teacher Sean Fargo, a former Buddhist monk. 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