Melanie Therrien is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Windsor. She has over ten years of experience supporting children, teens, young adults, and families through a wide range of life challenges. Most recently, Melanie has worked with youth and young adults at the Canadian Mental Health Association, helping those navigating complex mental health and substance use concerns. Her areas of focus include emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, school stress, self-esteem, disordered eating, substance use, and healing from trauma.
Melanie’s approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and respect. She draws on trauma-informed, strength-based, and client-centered principles to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported. Depending on each person’s needs, she integrates evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Seeking Safety.
Melanie has strong connections to her community and brings a warm, down-to-earth presence to her work. She considers it a privilege to walk alongside clients on their journey toward healing, resilience, and meaningful change.
