Vanessa Robson Therapy

05/04/2026

We’re so honoured to share that we’ve once again been nominated Best Marriage, Family, and Individual Counselling in Whitby!

Since 2020, we’ve had the privilege of being recognized as the winner, and we’re deeply grateful for the continued trust and support of this incredible community.

This year, we’re also nominated for Best Mental Health Consultant, which makes this recognition even more meaningful to us.

If our work has supported you or someone you care about, we would be so thankful for your vote.

Thank you for trusting us in the work we do to care for individuals, couples, and families in Whitby and across Durham Region. 🤍

See the link below to vote ✅️

Polls are now open and we want YOUR votes in the Whitby Readers' Choice.

04/25/2026

Thank you to the Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation for the opportunity to sponsor the 2026 gala. It was a truly beautiful evening, and such a joy to connect with fellow Catholics in our community.

We’re inspired by the incredible work they do to support Catholic families across our community, and we’re proud to share in their commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. ✨

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!

📧 [email protected]

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 ⬇️

📧 [email protected]

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!

📧 [email protected]

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!
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