Vanessa Robson Therapy

04/09/2026

Spring has sprung (well, sort of!) and our local parks need a clean-up before they are filled with children 🥰

Come join my family this Saturday morning as we captain Kinross Park for the annual Pitch-In Brooklin park clean-up! 🌳 🧹

Or, head to any of the parks listed above. Your time and help are appreciated 🤍

Tim Hortons treats and a prize entry are included ☕️🍩

See you on Saturday! ✌🏼

03/27/2026

In honour of Mother's Day, we invite you to join...

Go “MOTHER” Yourself 🩷

A cozy, honest workshop for moms who are doing a lot…and maybe forgetting themselves a little too.

🗓 Thursday, May 7, 2026
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM (virtual)
🛋 From your couch, in your pj's.
✅️ Max 8 spots
(small, comfy, no hiding in the back 😉)
💲100.00

This small group workshop is your chance to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself; the human behind the mom. 🙋🏻‍♀️

Through guided relaxation, journaling, and simple creative expression (no talent needed 🎨), you’ll:
• Calm your nervous system
• Understand your reactions a little more
• Reconnect with what you actually need

Think: putting your own oxygen mask on first… without the guilt 🙅🏻‍♀️

A gentle, judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are: tired, overwhelmed, thriving, surviving…all of it is welcome.

🌿 WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH
• Simple, realistic ways to calm yourself (even on chaotic days)
• A clearer sense of your needs and limits
• Tools to be kinder to yourself (because wow, we can be harsh)
• A chance to release stress without a to-do list
• Connection with other moms who just get it

💬 WHO THIS IS FOR
This is for you if:
• You’re running on empty
• You love your kids deeply… and still feel overwhelmed
• You’ve lost touch with yourself a bit
• You just want two quiet hours to think

No “perfect moms” required. Actually…please don’t be one (spoiler alert- they don't exist!)

🌼 A GENTLE NOTE: This isn’t about becoming a “better” mom. It’s about supporting the one you already are.

And remembering…you matter too.

✨ Limited spots available. Reserve yours today!

📧 info@vanessarobsontherapy.com

03/08/2026

Today, on International Women’s Day, I’m feeling especially grateful to be doing my dream job and leading a team of highly skilled professional women:

✨️ Debi Lade
✨️ Makeda Irving
✨️ Mary Ann Cunningham
✨️ Melissa Carere
✨️ Ruth-Ellen Baker

Every day, I witness their dedication, compassion, and clinical excellence as they support children, adults, couples, and families in our community. The work these women do requires deep emotional presence, skill, and integrity, and I’m so proud to stand alongside them.

Building a practice rooted in collaboration, professionalism, and care has been one of the most meaningful parts of my journey. From the beginning, I’ve been intentional about creating a culture where talented clinicians can do deeply meaningful work while also protecting space for their own wellbeing and families.

To the women on our team, and to the women doing this important work everywhere, thank you for the impact you make every day.

Women are incredible. ♀️ 🙌 ✨

03/03/2026

It's Social Work Week and we’re proud to highlight the professionalism, rigor, and integrity behind the title Registered Social Worker (RSW).

✨️ Social Workers are regulated healthcare professionals, bound to ethical practice standards and ongoing accountability for the complex work we do. Because of this, our services are often covered by workplace benefits. 💲 ✅️

✨️ Becoming a Social Worker requires a MINIMUM of five years of university education, with additional courses and certifications to develop areas of specialization. 🤓 🎓

✨️ Many Social Workers also invest five or more post-graduate years practicing within agencies, hospitals, or multidisciplinary teams before entering private practice. 🗣🗣🗣🗣🗣

✨️ Our team is comprised of three compassionate and highly skilled Social Workers: Vanessa Robson, Debi Lade, and Mary Ann Cunningham. We are each committed to providing thoughtful, ethical, and evidence-informed care. 🤍

Need some help? Our Social Workers are here for you! Reach out to us ⬇️

📧 info@vanessarobsontherapy.com

12/25/2025

Warmest wishes to our clients & community ❤️

12/03/2025

🧸🌈😊 Play Therapy 🧸🌈😊

We are proud to be Brooklin's exclusive provider of Play Therapy!

Ruth-Ellen, a skilled child and family therapist and proud member of the Canadian Association of Play Therapy, understands that children express themselves best through PLAY!

Play is a child’s natural language, and through it, they express emotions, build coping skills, and make sense of their world. In a supportive therapeutic setting, play becomes a powerful tool to help children:

✨ Process big feelings
✨ Build confidence and self-regulation
✨ Strengthen problem-solving skills
✨ Improve communication and connection
✨ Heal from stressful or challenging
experiences

Parents are also invited to participate in the process, learning strategies to better understand and support their child’s emotional world.

Whether your child is navigating anxiety, emotional outbursts, social challenges, or transitions, play therapy can offer a safe space for growth and healing.

If you’d like to learn more or explore whether play therapy might be a good fit for your child, reach out to us!

📧 info@vanessarobsontherapy.com

11/07/2025

Still glowing from last night’s Whitby Chamber of Commerce 2025 Business Achievement Awards Gala! ✨

It was an honour to be recognized as a finalist among so many inspiring local businesses. The energy in the room was incredible and the gala was a true celebration of community, connection, and hard work.

Thank you to Whitby Chamber of Commerce for hosting an unforgettable evening 🎉

10/30/2025

Friendships can be tricky. Debi can help! 🙌

Our Teen Girls’ Social Skills Group helps teens build the tools and confidence to navigate it all 💪💬💗

Facilitated by our team's very own "Teen Queen", Debi Lade, participants will engage in creative, arts-based activities that promote self-awareness, personal expression, and assertive communication.

Join us for weekly, in-person sessions where connection meets growth. ✨️

Covered by AccessOAP- CCS Funding ✅️

Spots are limited!
📧 info@vanessarobsontherapy.com

09/25/2025

Exciting news! 🎉

Vanessa Robson Therapy is a finalist for the Whitby Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement Award (1–15 employees)!

This recognition is thanks to our amazing team and the incredible support of our clients and community. We’re so grateful to do this work and can’t wait to celebrate alongside so many inspiring local businesses! ✨

08/28/2025

As the Brooklin community continues to grow, we are committed to expanding our team to meet the needs of children and families.

We are excited to share that Ruth-Ellen Baker has joined our team of experienced therapists! 🎉

Ruth-Ellen uses play therapy and experiential/interactive approaches to her work with children, parents, couples, adults, and families. Children enjoy Ruth-Ellen's storytelling, puppetry, role play, games, visual art, music, movement, and fun attachment activities.

Ruth-Ellen assists people who have experienced trauma, abuse (physical, sexual, verbal/emotional), anxiety, depression, grief and loss, low self-esteem, attention deficits, parenting/family-related concerns, and the strong emotions that accompany these, couple-related struggles, and other issues in life.

Upon request, Christian-based work can be provided. Also, upon request, indigenous concerns can be addressed.

Ruth-Ellen is available for in-person sessions.

Welcome to Brooklin, Ruth-Ellen! 🥰

04/23/2025

"Clinical Intake Coordinator," "Vanessa's Assistant," "The first point of contact." Melissa goes by many titles, but we simply call her THE BEST! 🙌

Whether you're calling or emailing, Melissa is the friendly face that greets you, offering warmth and quick responses to our new clients from the moment you reach out until your first therapy session.

A true Brooklin OG, Melissa has a deep understanding of our community, making her an invaluable part of our team.

On Administrative Professionals' Day and every day, we are grateful for you, Mel! 💙

11/16/2024

Wow!! We have been recognized by Canadian Choice Award for our work in mental health. Thank you for this incredible honour! 🤍

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