Vanessa Maharaj, MSW, RSW

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Vanessa Maharaj, MSW, RSW

Feel Balanced *Worry Less * Be Your Authentic Self

Individual psychotherapy for children, teens, and adults.

04/30/2026

We often focus on fixing the relationship…
but skip the part where we come back to ourselves.

What does that actually look like?

It’s pausing long enough to notice:

– What am I feeling right now?
– What story am I telling myself?
– What do I need, beneath the reaction?

Because when we’re disconnected from ourselves, we tend to:

- React quickly
- Defend automatically
- Or abandon our needs to keep the peace

When we’re connected to ourselves, we can:

◼️Respond instead of react
◼️Speak with clarity instead of blame
◼️Set boundaries without guilt

Repair doesn’t start in the conversation.

It starts in the quiet moment before it.

Xo
Vanessa

02/11/2026

Love is in the air with Valentine’s Day coming up!

It feels important to talk about what truly sustains love.

You can be in love and still not feel emotionally safe.

Emotional safety is being able to express your needs, wants and
your vulnerability— without fear of shame, judgment or having it weaponized.

Real love feels like compassion,
empathy, warmth, and a soft place to land.

That’s not a bonus in love—it’s the foundation. 💚

Xo
Vanessa

01/06/2026

Go easy into January friends.

🧡
Vanessa

01/01/2026

January doesn’t have to be a reset.

It can simply be a continuation — with a little more compassion.

Happy New Year.

Hoping you move through the year with ease, gentleness and more self-compassion.

💚
Vanessa

11/02/2025

Here for you when you're ready to talk.

Free 15 minute consultation.

Currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy appointments.

Visit www.mindtherapy.ca
or
email: info@mindtherapy.ca

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09/26/2025

Being at school for kids is not just learning, staying motivated, doing the work, listening, and reflecting.

They ALSO have to try to absorb all the external noises/ chatter, navigate social situations and process everything else that happens in their day!

The nutrition breaks are “breaks” sure…but those times can also be SUPER stressful on kids.

By the end of the day, even the “best” kiddos are exhausted mentally and physically.

By the end of their week they are fully overloaded.

These little humans are still trying to find their way and learn about themselves, particularly what they need and feel, and how to manage so many different situations.

Instead of focusing on mistakes they made, try validating what this might be like for them.

Hug, play and most importantly teach them that it’s ok to slow down too.

💚 Vanessa

09/16/2025

This is difficult for many folks.

Our inner narrative is a pattern of thinking and reacting that has been in place for a long time.

It's the voice that keeps telling us what's wrong with ourselves…where we are failing.

It's our voice that keeps us submissive, scared and feeling helpless.

If we look past that voice and try to understand what's driving it we might see our need to feel SAFE.

If you want to move towards healing …start with that inner voice.

Self compassion and softening within can create that sense of safety and move you closer to healing.

🧡 Vanessa

09/10/2025

Clinical supervision shouldn't break the bank and it should be provided by those who are seasoned.

Combined we have over 25 years of experience, worked in diverse clinical settings, and use a range of therapy modalities.

Create time to lean into your growth as a mental health professional with us!

We look forward to facilitating this 6 week supervision group beginning in October.

Hope you can join 😊

09/09/2025

When you're going through a challenging time it can be difficult to see the glimmers of hope and light.

The hard truth is that every hurt, loss, and painful experience shows us what we can endure...what we are capable of and never thought possible from ourselves.

It sucks now...but it won't always.

Xo
Vanessa

09/02/2025

Here we go again!

If teachers get apples, parents deserve coffee and naps and..

School Social Workers need warm hugs.

Here’s to surviving and thriving, working out of my car, early mornings, late evenings, and avoiding burnout by December.

Back-to-school season begins! 🍎☕💤

04/30/2025

Therapy isn't just for crisis….it's for growth, clarity, and healing.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationships, or life transitions, therapy provides a space to process and thrive.

Know someone who could use support?

Share this with them or tag them below.

💚 Vanessa

Address

Mil, ON
L9T0S1

Telephone

+16472497343

Website

http://www.mindtherapy.ca/

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