Melany van Rooyen - Social Work / Legal / Mediator

07/05/2026

Some awesome feedback from a company I do (inter alia) risk assessments for:

"Hey team! I wanted to give a massive shout-out to van Rooyen for the way she navigated the risk...
Honestly, Melany, your clinical intuition and the way you’re holding space for this client are absolutely masterclass level. The way you've balanced de-escalation with genuine empathy is incredible to watch- you are handling a high-pressure situation with such grace and expertise!...It’s a fantastic example of risk management and collaborative support done right..."

20/03/2026

Wishing all my Muslim clients, colleagues and friends a blessed Eid this weekend when you celebrate with your community and family.

28/02/2026

End of a wonderful holiday. Back in the office on Monday 2 March 2026.

19/02/2026

Out of office till 1 March 2026. Expect delayed reply to emails and texts.

01/11/2025

My partner's a s*x addict, what now?

FIRST, TAKE A BREATH

Before you make any major decisions, give yourself permission to just 'be'. You don't have to have all the answers today. What you've experienced is trauma, and your reactions – the intrusive thoughts, sleepless nights, physical symptoms – are completely normal. You're not overreacting, you're not crazy, and you're not paranoid.

Find out more on my blog: https://www.leandiebuys.co.za/article/my-partner-s-a-s*x-addict-what-now

01/11/2025

https://novanews.co.za/social-workers-under-siege-54-attacks-recorded-as-caseloads-spiral-out-of-control/?fbclid=Iwb21leANzJyJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHtFioVHj094jrNHHLEtkb0I7ZbdRze7Vt4zZ2IlPdCPB7KToypWoY1em9O71_aem__jNBRz6SrJf9md7aKtzmUw

Explore the critical issue of social worker safety in the Western Cape amid increasing violence and overwhelming caseloads.

03/09/2025

27/08/2025

August has been jampacked but so rewarding.

23/08/2025

This is why I love working with kids