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Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe

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Speaker, Writer, and Educator at Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
📍 Greater Toronto Area, Canada

Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a multi-award-winning author and expert on resiliency, stress, and workplace wellness with over 20 years of experience. A behaviorist with a Doctorate in Education, she translates complex psychological research into practical, accessible strategies for organizations and individuals. She is also an adjunct faculty member at Trent University.

Outside of her professional work, Robyne is a mother of three who draws inspiration from her own life journey, including surviving a life-altering accident. She is a coffee enthusiast and enjoys reading historical fiction, blending her personal experiences and interests into her relatable, down-to-earth approach to wellness and psychology.

Unique fact: A former high school dropout, Robyne has become a globally recognized scholar and a three-time TEDx speaker.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Speaker, Writer, and Educator
Location
Greater Toronto Area, Canada
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Topics Dr. cares about

Everyday Resiliency
This is her core focus and the subject of her books and talks. She provides practical, research-informed tools to help people navigate stress, change, and uncertainty.
Workplace Wellness
She specializes in helping organizations and leaders foster resiliency, manage stress, and promote mental well-being to enhance performance and prevent burnout.
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Career

Work history

9-2018
Speaker, Writer, and Educator
Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
9-2018
School of Education and Professional Learning Adjunct Faculty
Trent University
9-2015 - 9-2021
Senior Educational Developer, Centre for Teaching and Learning
Trent University
9-2007 - 9-2019
Department of Psychology, Part-Time Faculty
Trent University
In the press

Media appearances

Robyne Hanley‑Dafoe – From Broken to Becoming. Featured in Apple Podcasts
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An Interview with Dr. Robyne Hanley‑Dafoe ’00 – Trent Alumni. Featured in Trent University (myTrent Community)
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Education
9-2014 - 10-2018
Doctor of Education
Western University
9-2013 - 4-2014
Executive Certificate in Conflict Resolution - Mediator
University of Windsor Faculty of Law
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