About Me
Melanie Wuytenburg, MSW, RSW
REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER, PSYCHOTHERAPIST
I believe that everyone is doing their best at any given moment and that everyone has the ability to heal. Many people I work with are tired of old patterns of behaviours, thoughts and beliefs interfering in their lives. They hold a curiosity about wanting to learn more about their emotions, relationships with others and their inner world. With compassion, I support individuals to engage in exploring how such patterns, thoughts and beliefs are held within the body, impacting their relationship with themselves and others.
Through exploration, in a safe, curious and collaborative manner, I will assist you on your journey in learning your own strengths, skills and answers you are seeking.
I offer holistic support designed to identify the root of what's keeping you stuck.
My practice integrates trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and nervous-system-informed interventions. This means we don't just talk about your past; we work with your body and your relationships to find lasting change.
You deserve to feel truly safe and included, which is why my work prioritizes relational connections and your unique strengths within a collaborative environment.
My approach is guided by:
Collaboration & Choice: We work as partners, and you always have a say in your journey.
Inclusivity & Compassion: I offer a judgment-free space for deep exploration.
Curiosity & Courage: We explore your inner world together, moving gently toward growth.
This practice is dedicated to creating a space where you feel heard, valued, and supported. Together, we'll navigate challenges, cultivate meaningful change, and pave the way for a brighter, more fulfilling future.
Membership & Registration
I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).
Professional Development & Training
I am committed to ongoing professional development and have completed the following training.
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-Deep Brain Reorienting - Level 1 & 2 with Dr. Frank Corrigan (in person)
-Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST) -Level 1 with Janina Fisher (through Academy of Therapy Wisdom)
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-Certificate in Somatic Embodiment & Regulation Strategies 12 Weeks: May - August 2023 - Linda Thai
-Internal Family Systems (IFS) Online Circle: Foundations of the IFS Model – Internal Family Systems Institute
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-Working with the Neurobiological Legacy of Trauma: Complex Trauma Certification Training Level 1 & 2 (CCTP/CCTP-II) Course with Janina Fisher – Online through PESI
-Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for Trauma Themes – Level 1 – Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute
-Permanency & Adoption Competency Training (PACT) – Adoption Council of Ontario
-Trauma Recovery: Processing Guilt and Shame – SickKids CCMH Learning Institute
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-Complex & Developmental Trauma workshop Led by Natalie Zlodre, MSW, RSW- Mission Empowerment Workshops
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-Adult Attachment in Clinical Practice Led by Annette Kussin, MSW, RSW – Mission Empowerment Workshops
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-Children’s Grief and Bereavement Certificate – SickKids CCMH Learning Institute