Our People

Hi, I’m Melissa (she/her) and I’m the Associate Director, Counselling Services - Campus Wellness. I’m a CIS-gendered woman with Black and Indigenous heritage.  

I have a passion for mental health and developing healthy inclusive teams by focusing on relationships, collaboration, and authentic conversation.   

In my free time, I enjoy singing, dancing, listening to audio books, cooking & connecting with others in community. 

I am located on the 2nd floor of Needles Hall (NH) in the Counselling Services office of Campus Wellness. Send me a message or come by to see me any time! 

Hi, I’m Kristin Shantz (She/her) and I’m so glad that you’re checking counselling out! It is a privilege and honour to learn more about your story from the past, present and future.     

I have been practicing social work for close to 20 years, with a majority of my experience in children and adolescent mental health, and family counselling. I have been supporting individuals with a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, academic concerns, family of origin and family conflict, relationships, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, and self-esteem.    

I recognize that your experiences are invaluable, and I strive to partner with you as you direct the counselling journey. I supply brief therapy, single session counselling and support coordination.   

In my spare time I keep busy with my family, hiking, biking, crafting, travelling and swimming. I enjoy running, working out, listening to podcasts, and gardening.