Melissa Hemsworth is a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology program at Yorkville University. She is a certified music therapist with 15 years of experience supporting the development and well-being of children, adolescents, and families in community and educational settings. Melissa utilizes a person-centered and strengths-based approach to meet and walk alongside her clients to promote self-expression, positive connections, self-understanding, and growth. Melissa’s experience includes supporting children and youth with mental health diagnoses, complex medical conditions, as well as physical and developmental disabilities in individual and group settings. Melissa is passionate about providing space for children to be seen and heard. As a parent of two teen daughters, she values the importance of supporting parents as they navigate their unique experiences through parenthood. Melissa is a member of the Association of Counselling Therapy of Alberta, the Music Therapy Association for Alberta, and the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Melissa holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Alberta and a Bachelor of Music Therapy degree from Capilano University. Drawing upon her passion for music, art, and nature, Melissa integrates creativity into her approach to promote meaningful experiences.