Art Therapy in Manitoba

I believe connections are the most important part of the human experience. Connections with the self, with others, with nature – all connections are crucial to wellness. It is from this perspective that I approach therapeutic practice. Together, we can work towards a holistic and personally meaningful approach to your wellness and growth. I take a relational approach to narrative and collaborative therapies, and regularly incorporate art-based interventions with those who are interested and could benefit from this approach.

I am a Marriage and Family therapist, registered social worker and Reiki Master. I am proud to offer a range of therapeutic experiences in talk, art and Reiki. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals families and couples. I am also on the FNIB service provider list along with Victims Compensation and Manitoba Public insurance. I believe each client is an expert in their own story and brings amazing resources to therapy. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a strong working alliance that includes a safe environment that a person can feel valued and supported.

Everyone goes through challenging times and many individuals benefit from seeking additional support to reach their goals. I believe connection and forming a genuine relationship is an important part of the therapeutic process and what I strive for with every client that I work with. Creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals are able to express and be their authentic selves is so important. I am passionate about utilizing creative practices to guide sessions while additionally incorporating psychotherapies.

Are you in the process of understanding who you are? Are you having a hard time accepting what happened to you? Hello! I'm Sydney, and I work with people like you to empower, understand and nourish their rare and original intricacies. I stand alongside clients as a collaborator to create a safe landing to be witnessed, to be seen, and to be imperfect. Every part of you is welcome here. I believe that healing is nonlinear and that everyone is entitled to process and cope with their lives uniquely; there is no one right way.

Accepting new clients! Appointments available evenings. I work with children and adolescents . I am here to provide a safe space, non-judgmental and calm approach to support children and teens in their journeys towards healing. Through a trauma informed and attachment based lens, I help individuals explore their life difficulties and and find solutions. Utilizing a strength-based approach, I incorporate play, art, laughter, games, and talk therapy to support children and teens discover new ways to cope, understand and feel more empowered in their lives.

Hello! Congratulations on taking a positive step towards healing! I'm Connie, a Registered Canadian Art Therapist and Expressive Arts Therapist. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where I can listen, support, and spark curiosity alongside my clients. I'm passionate about assisting individuals who struggle with anxiety, ADHD, perfectionism, black-and-white thinking patterns, balance, and those who struggle with a loss of identity or uncertainty about who they are. Together, we'll work on self-understanding and establishing sustainable habits to help you meet your goals.

My name is Recene Valgardson and I am an Indigenous mental health therapist. My goal is to provide a holistic, person-centered, anti-oppressive approach to counselling that is culturally safe and accessible. I believe that every person is the expert in their own lives, and I feel honored to be a part of their journey. In providing therapy my number one goal is to ensure folks feel validated and supported to allow for space for processing and healing.

You've been considering therapy, but aren't so sure it can really help you. Or maybe you've tried therapy before, and you've talked your way around your issues more times than you can count with little relief. The intensity of emotions has been all consuming. Feelings of depression, anxiety, anger, fear are derailing daily life, and being able to show up any other way feels hopeless. You are yearning for change, ready to try something different to help you really move through those past experiences and change those trauma patterns. Whether you are wanting support for yourself or your child, I can help.

I work with children, teens, adults, and older adults (65+) who may be going through difficult life transitions, dealing with grief, loss, loneliness, depression, anxiety, burnout, overwhelm or feelings of isolation. I have extensive experience working with individuals living with physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities including dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s disease. I provide a welcoming and empowering environment for my clients, where they can address life’s challenges, reduce stress, and discover inspiration in their lives.

If you want an approach that moves beyond talk therapy, a way to look at familiar patterns in new ways and an opportunity to connect to your creative side - then art therapy could be for you. I operate with the understanding that everyone is the expert on their own lives and that our time together is a journey of self-discovery and movement towards change. Challenging emotions and situations are explored in unique, creative & compassionate ways. Our time together will relieve stress levels, heals old wounds, and produces subtle and lasting changes. Find out more about art therapy today!

Whatever has brought you to this point has taken a toll. Life feels overwhelming, especially when you're feeling alone and don't know how to cope. Same struggle, same pain...you're looking for a different way. Safe Harbour Therapy is a holistic wellness centre offering a variety of services to help you heal & restore body, mind, and soul. We believe in your innate resilience & wisdom to move through the distress in your life. We offer research-based modalities that help your body, environment, and relationships to find balance and well-being. Check out our videos & podcasts for the therapist & service that's the right fit for you.

Are you looking for guidance and direction in one or more of life’s challenges? Are you hoping for help that comes with maturity and wisdom and is derived from both professional and lived experiences? I have over twenty-five years experience as a counsellor, group facilitator, educator and therapeutic artist. My approach to counselling and art therapy is holistic and person centred. I guide people through life issues, addictions, relationships and barriers to mental and emotional well-being. I do everything I can to “walk the talk” by attending to my own mental health and healing.

I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor with a Masters in Counselling Psychology. I have 26 years of experience working as a middle school teacher along with 9 years of experience working as a psychotherapist where I have provided therapeutic services for children, youth, adults, and couples. I help clients resolve issues related to trauma, PTSD, loss, anxiety, depression, domestic abuse, self-esteem, body image, and relationship problems. I have experience working in short-term and long-term therapy interventions.

"Why me? Why do I need to feel the pain?" Most of my clients asked some similar questions at the beginning of their therapy. They may be disconnected from others and being isolated. Therapy can offer them opportunities to make sense of their experiences, understand more about how things had happened, and rebuild relationships among themselves and others. During the therapeutic journey, my clients may take different perspectives to make sense of their experiences and learn new life skills to cope with their distress. They may feel more comfortable feeling uncomfortable and able to make new choices.

Our therapists work with children, youth, and adults of all ages experiencing mental health difficulties relating to anxiety and stress, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, and more! We have a variety of therapists and counsellors that can meet you or your child's therapeutic goals; including credentials in Master's of Social Work and Master's of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Each therapist has specialties and qualifications that can assist in helping you or your child achieve a better sense of self, increase coping skills, and address mental health concerns to feel better.

I offer a client-centered, therapeutic environment where safety is paramount and creative and body-centered approaches are encouraged. I believe in the resilience of humankind and my approach supports people in using (perhaps discovering) their strengths on their healing journey. My approaches include art and expressive arts therapy, supportive counselling, Sand Play Therapy, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Inner Relationship Focusing, Mindfulness based Art Therapy and Supervision. I am a registered Art Therapist with a Master's of Counseling/Art Therapy Specialization, a registered member of the Canadian Art Therapy Association, a Certified Canadian Counsellor and a Registered Social Worker.

Carla believes in community and personal connections. She helps people see their resilience and hope for the future in finding pathways for change by meeting people where they are at. Carla understands the importance of culture, identity, and finding new stories through narrative therapy to honour the past and encourage creative, empathetic, and courageous links for the future. Carla provides Psilocybin-Assisted and MDMA-assisted Therapy to clients who have been granted legal access by Health Canada, as well as preparation and integration to the broader public as a harm reduction measure.

My intention in therapy is to keep it meaningful and simple; that each person walks away with something practical that can be used right away to ameliorate suffering for yourself and in your relationships. Being a creative person, there is rarely a session without some incorporation of art, play, or experiential technique. I aim to be a facilitator of healing, facilitator meaning “to make easy”. What better way to make something easy then through fun and creativity? Prior to licensing as a therapist I worked in leadership. I have a passion for burnout prevention, compassion fatigue, and the working wounded.

Hello. I am proud to offer a range of therapeutic services for children, youth and adult clients. I have over fifteen years experience in talk and art therapies. I hold a Masters in Counselling Psychology and extensive training in art therapy, psychology and educational interventions. I am a 2nd Degree Reiki practitioner and use those skills to bring my clients the options of relaxation and self care support in addition to traditional counselling.My therapeutic approach highlights the working alliance that values the relationship between client and their therapist. Whether short or long term therapy, I believe in helping my clients achieve their personal goals.