Female Therapists in Winnipeg, MB

My name is Laura Lockwood. I am a clinical social worker and therapist for teenage girls and women . I am passionate about supporting women in coming to a place of self-love and deservability so they can reach their dreams. As women in our current society, we are often disconnected from our internal tools and resources that naturally exist in our mind and body. Our lives are fast-paced and stressful and we often struggle with mental and physical disconnection. This opportunity will give you a chance to take time to sit with yourself in a space that is supportive so that you can learn to access and develop your inner resources.

Do you want a therapist that understands the importance of how culture is integral to the healing process? As an Indigenous expressive arts therapist, I see traditional Indigenous knowledge as vital as Western therapeutic approaches. When combined respectfully, this creates space for people to be at the center of their healing that is holistic.

I have a special place in my heart for women who are struggling in their relationships, especially romantic relationships. I highly believe in doing the inner work first before coming for couple counselling. I take women through a three-step program toward happiness. Once they obtain that level of happiness, they will have a much better insight into their relationship and can then make better decisions for the long term. I hope to be present with you in spirit, in your everyday lives, helping you to be reminded of the strategies we may have discussed together and offering you the support you need when you are most in need of it.

Hello and welcome!! I am a solid, very experienced clinical social worker who has a background in Adult Mental Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Employee Assistance. If you have struggled with understanding or experiencing your emotions and mood I can help you. I have extensive experience in understanding human emotions; why we have them and how they work. We can become more skillful in responding to difficult or distressing feelings. In that way we can change coping behaviors such as disordered eating, harmful and addictive behavior. We can also explore how your thoughts and beliefs directly influence and impact you

I offer the opportunity to experience “Aha!” moments, explore patterns of behaviour and examine the ‘how’ and ‘why’. My hope is that through this process you will gain insight into yourself and build the skills you need to consider different ways of living with life's challenges. My practice focuses on the therapeutic relationship and combines years of clinical expertise and relatable, compassionate care with lived experience and intuition; when people trust whom they are working with, they are more open to possibilities.

Accepting new AND returning clients! At times throughout our life, we experience unpleasant or overwhelming emotions. I work with clients to help connect with their values and find the barriers to living a connected life. I offer a compassionate, inclusive and safe space for clients journeying through body image, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions and the perinatal period of life. 1 in 5 Canadian women are not satisfied with their appearance, in addition to the 25%+ of Canadian mothers will encounter mental health challenges during the perinatal period of life.

**Accepting New Clients ** Are you struggling with stress, anxiety or depression? Or grieving a loss/major life transition? I can help you work through difficult times in your life. We can work together to help you develop confidence to address the issues you're struggling with by building on your strengths & learning strategies to help you overcome issues that are getting in your way. Clients describe my approach as one that helps them feel calm & safe while addressing their struggles. I practice from a strengths perspective & I work with you to develop interventions that work for you based on your personality, beliefs & strengths.

Hello! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) who is passionate about supporting clients to navigate challenging life events or mental health concerns. I am also focused on reducing negative stigma of mental health. I have worked in various roles in the social services sector for ten years before beginning my career as a clinical counsellor, including immigration, disability support, outreach counselling, cultural safety, social work and case management. This professional experience combined with lived experience allows me to practice from trauma-informed, intersectional and anti oppressive frameworks.

In order to start feeling better, you need to know what your needs are, and how your brain works. I can support you in finding ways to improve your relationships, mental health, and overall well-being, by learning more about yourself, and through discovering practical strategies. We can also explore the connection between your feelings, thoughts and behaviours.

I believe that no one is immune to life's challenges and variabilities. Hopelessness, anxiety, fear, and other negative emotions can become overwhelming, affecting our overall wellness, leaving us exhausted. I help my clients overcome these difficult emotions by providing a non-judgmental, affirming and safe environment that respects boundaries and offers the space they require for their healing process.

My name is Recene Valgardson and I am thrilled to have joined the Positive Perspectives team as an associate! I am an Indigenous mental health counselor, and my goal is to an provide holistic, person-centered, anti-oppressive framework to all the work that I do. I strive to create culturally safe and accessible counselling supports. I work with families, couples, and individuals. I believe that every person is the expert in their own lives, and I am fortunate to be a part of their journey. As a counselor my goal is to ensure everyone feels validated and supported in their experiences.

Experienced, Metis registered social worker, and child and youth counselor. I provide brief solution focused therapy, from an eclectic skill base that I have spent over 20 years developing, along with life experience. I have experience with all ages especially children, youth. I specialize in behavior modification for: Foster parents, parents, and staff training. I am proficient in assessment for all ages. I am also skilled with various mental health concerns ie- Anxiety. My skill set is diverse, I am a sensitive culturally appropriate counselor. I'm open to mobile services also depending on the circumstance.

I have more than 25 years of experience working with youth and adults in various settings including hospital, schools, health care, and youth protection settings. I have extensive knowledge and skills which include providing individual therapy, completing comprehensive assessments, advocacy and liaising with community resources. I have a passion for teens as I believe there are many current challenges they face daily, largely due to the pandemic and learning to adjust to normalization with friends and family. I have earned my Social Work Degree from the University of Manitoba. I am a registered Social Worker.

We all experience difficult events in our lives. Some of these events happened a long time ago, and have influenced the way that we interact with ourselves and the world. Some of these events are more recent and throw us off the course we were on. We can become stuck in ways of being that are no longer helpful to us end up causing distress. I believe therapy can be a helpful way to process what has or is happening in our lives and encourage healthy adaptation and growth, so we can live our lives with more peace, happiness and connection.

I am passionate about helping clients connect with their authentic selves to learn, grow and discover their strengths as they navigate through daily challenges, stressors and life transitions. I support clients with great care and empathy in developing self-awarenss, self-compassion and coping skills. The counselling process can help to facilitate healing, growth and connection as well as strengthen resiliency. I am currently offering online video or over the phone counselling in the evenings and on weekends.