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Meet Ronna
RSW, Registered Social Worker
Sometimes you need someone in your corner, and Ronna can be part of that community. A support for you, a safe place for your child, and someone who understands the everyday realities of raising a family.
With a gentle, compassionate and practical approach, Ronna works alongside parents and caregivers to better understand their children's behaviours and emotional needs. From big feelings and emotional regulation to neurodiversity, including Autism, ADHD, and changing family dynamics, the focus is on making sense of what's happening and finding strategies that work for your family.
A Calming Presence
Georgia, Our Therapy Dog in Training
Georgia is a gentle, friendly Golden Retriever who brings a little extra comfort and connection to our counselling sessions. With her calm and loving nature, she creates a welcoming space where children and families can feel safe, regulated, and at ease. Georgia is continuing her training as a therapy dog and is a special part of the Deeply Rooted team.
Georgia comes from the respected Red Gold Golden Retrievers breeding program in the Kootenays, known for their focus on health and temperament.
A Little More About Georgia
Research suggests human animal interaction is promising with studies exploring the benefits for autism, anxiety, social communication and emotional wellbeing. It offers a meaningful way to consider how we create therapeutic spaces that work best for children.
You don't have to be perfect to be a good parent. You just have to keep showing up.
- Dr. Becky
Rooted in Experience
Ronna completed her Bachelor of Social Work degree at the University of Victoria in 2012 and is in good standing as a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the BC College of Social Workers (BC CSW).
Ronna continues her education with a focus on:
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Childhood Anxiety and ADHD
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Emotion Focused Therapy
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Couples and Parenting
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Developmental and Sensory based support
Ronna is a trusted and empathetic practitioner living, working, and creating safe, supportive spaces on the traditional and unceded lands of the Snuneymuxw First Nation (Nanaimo). As an uninvited guest, Ronna honors the land and community where she was raised on beautiful Vancouver Island.
Outside of work, Ronna can be found at home with her family (including the furry ones) or cheering from the sidelines at local sporting events. A parent of two boys and a committed partner.
Ronna has personal experience of childhood trauma, navigating parenting through neurodiversity, divorce, and blended family formation.
Ronna brings over 15 years professional experience supporting children, youth, and families as a Social Worker and a variety of other roles. Ronna is skilled in connecting with children and youth who have attachment, emotional and behavioural related concerns. Ronna’s practice is rooted in the belief that the well-being of children must always remain at the heart of family work.
Ronna wholeheartedly believes that by addressing deeply rooted patterns and embracing change, families can make space for healing, resilience, and meaningful connection.
