Megan Muckler MA, CT, CCC.
I work with clients facing a range of challenges, with specialties in chronic and complex pain management, the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder, and symptom management for depression and anxiety disorders. My approach is grounded in well-researched practices including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, mindfulness, and other behavioral modalities.
I enjoy doing introspective work with clients, and my passion is helping people break free from negative thought patterns, work through complex emotions, and rediscover a fulfilling, vibrant life. With me, you will find a therapist whose style is gently challenging, balanced with patience, non-judgmental understanding, and a sense of humor.
I am not a passive therapist. Just as the client is expected to take an active role in therapy, I believe the therapist should as well. And as your therapist, you can rely on me to use of evidence-based approaches, while also honoring your personal experiences. I encourage you to reach out to see if I may be a good fit for your needs.
College of Counselling Therapy of PEI #112
Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association #10006802
Take a Peek at Some of My Additional Trainings
The Fit for Purpose Model of Pain and the Bioplasticity of Recovery
Clinical Effectiveness of Mindfulness, Meditation and Mindful Movement Strategies for Chronic Pain
The Fit for Purpose Model of Pain and the Bioplasticity of Recovery
A course designed by Lorimer Moseley discussing modern theories around understanding and recovering from persistent pain. This included looking at the Fit for Purpose Model (a practical way to approach pain care), learning about neuroplasticity to support healing, and how empowering clients with pain education can make a difference in their recovery.
Knowing Pain Is Not Treating Pain
Clinical Effectiveness of Mindfulness, Meditation and Mindful Movement Strategies for Chronic Pain
The Fit for Purpose Model of Pain and the Bioplasticity of Recovery
A course taught by Dr. Adriaan Louw designed to assist professionals in teaching clients how pain works, share up-to-date knowledge to best support those living with persistent pain, and to highlight why more (and ongoing) education for pain professionals is key in client care.
Clinical Effectiveness of Mindfulness, Meditation and Mindful Movement Strategies for Chronic Pain
Clinical Effectiveness of Mindfulness, Meditation and Mindful Movement Strategies for Chronic Pain
Clinical Effectiveness of Mindfulness, Meditation and Mindful Movement Strategies for Chronic Pain
Presented by Clyde Boiston, this training introduced mindfulness as a tool to shift the way we experience and respond to life (including pain). Part of the framework was exploring the mind body connection, discussing current research on how mindfulness can change pain perception, build pain tolerance, and improve quality of life.
Polyvagal Theory in Action: Creating Safety & Connection with Trauma
Polyvagal Theory in Action: Creating Safety & Connection with Trauma
Clinical Effectiveness of Mindfulness, Meditation and Mindful Movement Strategies for Chronic Pain
A training seminar offered by Deb Dana intended to teach clinicians that individuals cannot "think" their way out of trauma. Participants were taught about how the nervous system responds to trauma, and then how to use that knowledge to assist clients in feeling safe, connected, and in more control of emotions and reactions.
Transforming Trauma-Related Resistance and Stuckness
Polyvagal Theory in Action: Creating Safety & Connection with Trauma
Moral Injury: A Multidimensional Approach to Workplace Trauma
Janina Fisher presented the idea that behaviors that often look like resistance in treatment are due to instinctual survival responses, including the fight, flight, and freeze responses being triggered in therapy. Knowledge was provided on understanding this resistance, identifying internal conflicts (such as the struggle for healing and fear of vulnerability), and how to shift the perspective away from resistance towards adaptiveness.
Moral Injury: A Multidimensional Approach to Workplace Trauma
Polyvagal Theory in Action: Creating Safety & Connection with Trauma
Moral Injury: A Multidimensional Approach to Workplace Trauma
An introductory course provided by Dr. Nikki Jamieson on the topic of moral injury, an emotional wound that can arise from acting against personal values, or witnessing something that feels wrong. Topics covered included those most at risk, the difference between moral injury and PTSD, and what therapy modalities can help.