Wendy Felix, MSW, RSW

(She/Her)
Preferred Name: Wendy

About Me

I am a trauma and attachment informed Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist who works with individuals who have experienced recent and historic trauma and abuse (domestic, sexual, physical, psychological abuse) and experiences of being bullied. I support individuals in healing and strengthening their sense of self within their would. I am a person centered, empathetic, and easy going therapist. Creating a context of safety and trust is at the forefront of my practice. I provide psychotherapy from a relational and humanistic framework, believing that healing emerges through authentic, compassionate connections. My approach is grounded in deep respect for each person’s unique story, strengths, and capacity for growth. I bring a strong foundation in clinical theory, developmental understanding, and evidence-based approaches to her practice. With over 20 years of experience working with early-childhood clients (ages three and older), adolescents, adults, parents, and families, offering developmentally attuned, individualized care across the lifespan. I have training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and integrate a range of therapeutic modalities to support clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment wounds, and life transitions. Whether engaging a young child through play-based approaches or guiding a family toward healthier communication, I strive to meet each client where they are, with empathy, curiosity, and collaboration. I view therapy as a shared journey toward deeper connection, and sustained well-being. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and trusting therapeutic space—a place where clients of all ages can feel seen, supported, and empowered towards resilience and meaningful, sustained change.

Education & Experience

Master of Social Work* Bachelors Degree in Child and Youth Care* Advance 3 year Diploma in Child and Youth Work* • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, EMDR Basic (EMDRIA approved) • Emotion-Focused Therapy Consultation Group • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Course • Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Foundational Course • Intensive DBT Skills Training - • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Workshop Series • Brief DBT Family Interventions in a Crisis and Beyond Trained • CBT and Perfectionism – Webinar Training • Collaborative Problem Solving (Tier 1) Certified • What about the Parents? Trauma, Parents, Kids & Parenting – Webinar Training • Clinical Micro Social Work Skills Building Workshop Series (Laurier University) • Working with Self-Injuring and Suicidal Adolescents: A Collaborative Strengths-Based Family Therapy Approach • Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) Certificate • Anti-Racism and Decolonizing practice workshop • Narrative Therapy Course • Brief Solution-Focused Interviewing certificate • ASIST trained (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) • Certificate in Trauma Assessment and Treatment (Trauma assessment general, and Trauma Assessment Sexual Victimization)

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

OASW OCSWSSW

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Issues
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Moral Injury
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Suicide Risk
  • Survivor's Guilt
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • Children (4-12)
  • Community Mental Health Center
  • Families
  • Group
  • Residential Treatment Facility

Language

  • English