Play Therapy in Winnipeg, MB
For children, I utilize Play Therapy to process emotions in their natural language.
Does it feel like you or your child is constantly braced for the next 'storm'? For adults, trauma and chronic stress often feel like an invisible weight, leading to a life of exhaustion, or feeling disconnected from your body. You want to feel present and at peace. For your child, that stress might show up as outbursts, shutdowns, or a loss of confidence, leaving you worried about their future. You aren't looking for a temporary fix; you want a deep shift in how your family experiences the world. You deserve a life where you feel safe, regulated, and truly at home in yourself.
For children, I utilize Play Therapy to process emotions in their natural language.
Does it feel like you or your child is constantly braced for the next 'storm'? For adults, trauma and chronic stress often feel like an invisible weight, leading to a life of exhaustion, or feeling disconnected from your body. You want to feel present and at peace. For your child, that stress might show up as outbursts, shutdowns, or a loss of confidence, leaving you worried about their future. You aren't looking for a temporary fix; you want a deep shift in how your family experiences the world. You deserve a life where you feel safe, regulated, and truly at home in yourself.
Our team is made up of Social Workers and Counselors who specialize in Play Therapy, EMDR and Attachment-based therapies.
Our Team:
Kathleen McDonald MSW, RSW, CPT, Doctor of Counselling & Psychotherapy Candidate; Christina Chan MSW, RSW, MSocSc, CPT-S; Ron Sigurdson MMFT; Rebecca Howgate OT Reg (MB); Kristen Letkeman MSW RSW (Parent Coach).
Our team is made up of Social Workers and Counselors who specialize in Play Therapy, EMDR and Attachment-based therapies.
Our Team:
Kathleen McDonald MSW, RSW, CPT, Doctor of Counselling & Psychotherapy Candidate; Christina Chan MSW, RSW, MSocSc, CPT-S; Ron Sigurdson MMFT; Rebecca Howgate OT Reg (MB); Kristen Letkeman MSW RSW (Parent Coach).
Relationships, career transitions, entering a new phase of life, even discovering your identity can be confusing, or even difficult to manage on your own. You might be needing support through changes happening around you, or maybe even help making changes yourself. My passion as an expressive arts therapist is helping my clients reconnect with their instincts and inner voice to allow them to find the strength to navigate these challenges and transitions.
Relationships, career transitions, entering a new phase of life, even discovering your identity can be confusing, or even difficult to manage on your own. You might be needing support through changes happening around you, or maybe even help making changes yourself. My passion as an expressive arts therapist is helping my clients reconnect with their instincts and inner voice to allow them to find the strength to navigate these challenges and transitions.
As a registered Circle of Security Parenting program facilitator, I integrate play and art therapy in helping parents to restore emotional security with their kids.
"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.
As a registered Circle of Security Parenting program facilitator, I integrate play and art therapy in helping parents to restore emotional security with their kids.
"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.
With over 20 years experience working as a therapist, I have worked with a broad range of presenting issues to assist and support individuals, families and couples to gain deeper understanding and insight into the things that keep them stuck. My objective as a therapist is to provide a compassionate and safe environment where clients can experience healing from the past and move forward into the lives they desire.
With over 20 years experience working as a therapist, I have worked with a broad range of presenting issues to assist and support individuals, families and couples to gain deeper understanding and insight into the things that keep them stuck. My objective as a therapist is to provide a compassionate and safe environment where clients can experience healing from the past and move forward into the lives they desire.
While adults talk, a child's language is play, their words are toys.
I possess a Master's degree in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Manitoba, as well as the three levels of Play Therapy Training from the Canadian Association of Play Therapy (CAPT).
While adults talk, a child's language is play, their words are toys.
I possess a Master's degree in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Manitoba, as well as the three levels of Play Therapy Training from the Canadian Association of Play Therapy (CAPT).
Healthy relationships (including the one with ourselves) are necessary for humans to thrive. What characterizes a healthy relationship, and what influences our ability to participate in them is explored in therapy. Human beings crave attachment and connection but also engage in behaviors that can be hurtful and damaging. Therapy is about healing from the past, learning about boundaries and the process of repair, understanding patterns, self reflection, and working towards goals that are aligned with our values, desires, and needs. I am passionate about working with people of all walks of life who want to create meaningful change.
Healthy relationships (including the one with ourselves) are necessary for humans to thrive. What characterizes a healthy relationship, and what influences our ability to participate in them is explored in therapy. Human beings crave attachment and connection but also engage in behaviors that can be hurtful and damaging. Therapy is about healing from the past, learning about boundaries and the process of repair, understanding patterns, self reflection, and working towards goals that are aligned with our values, desires, and needs. I am passionate about working with people of all walks of life who want to create meaningful change.
Life has many twists and turns; progress is not linear. It may be challenging to reach out for help, but the benefits can be life-changing. It is my hope that the experiences within this journey will be carried with the participant long after our time together is over. Through counselling, the roots of current issues and challenges can be explored to allow new growth. I use a holistic approach to counselling that allows the therapist to walk with the participant through their journey of self-exploration. This enables the participants to feel at ease and comfortable as we embark on this experience together.
Life has many twists and turns; progress is not linear. It may be challenging to reach out for help, but the benefits can be life-changing. It is my hope that the experiences within this journey will be carried with the participant long after our time together is over. Through counselling, the roots of current issues and challenges can be explored to allow new growth. I use a holistic approach to counselling that allows the therapist to walk with the participant through their journey of self-exploration. This enables the participants to feel at ease and comfortable as we embark on this experience together.
Our therapists are specialized in youth and adult therapy using a variety of modalities including psychotherapy, art therapy, couple's therapy, CBT, DBT, animal-assisted therapy, play therapy, nature therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and more!
Our team of over 25+ therapists work with all ages and demographics of people. They offer a wide range of services with specializations in, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, autism and more! All of our Therapists have a Master's Level and a variety of credentials to meet all different needs. We also have Intern Therapists with sliding scale pricing. 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. French and Tagalog services available as well.
Our therapists are specialized in youth and adult therapy using a variety of modalities including psychotherapy, art therapy, couple's therapy, CBT, DBT, animal-assisted therapy, play therapy, nature therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and more!
Our team of over 25+ therapists work with all ages and demographics of people. They offer a wide range of services with specializations in, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, autism and more! All of our Therapists have a Master's Level and a variety of credentials to meet all different needs. We also have Intern Therapists with sliding scale pricing. 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. French and Tagalog services available as well.
I provide therapy and counselling to help you and your loved ones cope with complex personal and relational issues such as trauma, abuse, loss, infertility, high-level conflict and communication breakdown, infidelity, adoption, social oppression, sexuality issues, immigration loss/trauma, adoption related issues, separation, divorce and blended family issues. Offices located in Winnipeg and Steinbach, and convenient online platforms are offered also.
I provide therapy and counselling to help you and your loved ones cope with complex personal and relational issues such as trauma, abuse, loss, infertility, high-level conflict and communication breakdown, infidelity, adoption, social oppression, sexuality issues, immigration loss/trauma, adoption related issues, separation, divorce and blended family issues. Offices located in Winnipeg and Steinbach, and convenient online platforms are offered also.
I am accepting new clients! I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, self-criticism, trauma, and relationship challenges. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them or struggling to understand the impact past experiences or trauma have had on their sense of self and relationships. My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported while we work together to better understand your experiences, process what’s been weighing on you, and create room for healing and growth.
I am accepting new clients! I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, self-criticism, trauma, and relationship challenges. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them or struggling to understand the impact past experiences or trauma have had on their sense of self and relationships. My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported while we work together to better understand your experiences, process what’s been weighing on you, and create room for healing and growth.
Positive Perspectives practices on Treaty 1 Territory and exists to carefully and intentionally provide equitable, socially just, and diverse mental health services for our community. We serve people of all colours, all cultures, all sizes, all genders, all beliefs, all ages, and all types. We are here to serve all people. Our team consists of progressive and integrative Bachelor and Master’s level practitioners with extensive experience in evidence-based care.
Positive Perspectives practices on Treaty 1 Territory and exists to carefully and intentionally provide equitable, socially just, and diverse mental health services for our community. We serve people of all colours, all cultures, all sizes, all genders, all beliefs, all ages, and all types. We are here to serve all people. Our team consists of progressive and integrative Bachelor and Master’s level practitioners with extensive experience in evidence-based care.
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.
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.
Hello! My name is Christine Fedora and I am the owner of a multi-disciplinary practice called Oak Tree Therapy. Oak Tree Therapy has many skilled clinicians who are trained from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Oak Tree Therapy prides itself in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and supportive environment for all of our clients. Our clinicians work from a variety of perspectives and therapeutic approaches, all of which include meeting our clients where they are at in their lives, and supporting them to make meaningful changes in a non-judgmental and supportive environment.
Hello! My name is Christine Fedora and I am the owner of a multi-disciplinary practice called Oak Tree Therapy. Oak Tree Therapy has many skilled clinicians who are trained from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Oak Tree Therapy prides itself in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and supportive environment for all of our clients. Our clinicians work from a variety of perspectives and therapeutic approaches, all of which include meeting our clients where they are at in their lives, and supporting them to make meaningful changes in a non-judgmental and supportive environment.
Therapy In Colour - Online
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW, MSW
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy In Colour serves children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families seeking depth-oriented, clinically grounded care. Our clients are often thoughtful, insight-oriented individuals who value personal growth, relational health, and psychological clarity.
Therapy In Colour serves children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families seeking depth-oriented, clinically grounded care. Our clients are often thoughtful, insight-oriented individuals who value personal growth, relational health, and psychological clarity.
If you’ve found your way here, it may be because something feels heavy, unclear, or just off. Maybe you're navigating a major change, feeling overwhelmed, or simply tired of holding everything together without space to breathe. It can be difficult to manage a variety of confusing thoughts, intense feelings, and big emotions all on your own. Whatever brings you here, your story matters. I feel that there are no obstacles that are too small or absurd for therapy. If something is upsetting to you, then let us explore it together.
If you’ve found your way here, it may be because something feels heavy, unclear, or just off. Maybe you're navigating a major change, feeling overwhelmed, or simply tired of holding everything together without space to breathe. It can be difficult to manage a variety of confusing thoughts, intense feelings, and big emotions all on your own. Whatever brings you here, your story matters. I feel that there are no obstacles that are too small or absurd for therapy. If something is upsetting to you, then let us explore it together.
I work with individuals, couples and families from all walks of life, ages, sexualities, gender identities, abilities and belief systems. I practice from an anti-oppressionist position and value equality in and out of the therapy space.
I work with individuals, couples and families from all walks of life, ages, sexualities, gender identities, abilities and belief systems. I practice from an anti-oppressionist position and value equality in and out of the therapy space.
I have over 15 years of experience working with children, youth and adults with a range of mental health difficulties. My specific areas of experience and expertise include, trauma, complex trauma, anxiety (generalized anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety), depression, emotional dysregulation, grief, obsessive compulsive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, and substance use problems. I have extensive experience working in a theraputic setting in northern communities.
Please note that I only have daytime availability at this time.
I have over 15 years of experience working with children, youth and adults with a range of mental health difficulties. My specific areas of experience and expertise include, trauma, complex trauma, anxiety (generalized anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety), depression, emotional dysregulation, grief, obsessive compulsive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, and substance use problems. I have extensive experience working in a theraputic setting in northern communities.
Please note that I only have daytime availability at this time.
The goals of play therapy are the same as traditional mediums of psychotherapy - to help clients resolve and heal from past stressful or traumatic experiences, express emotions related to challenging experiences, and support the learning of new ways of thinking and behaving. The medium is the only difference - clients use toys, games, dramatic and expressive arts to meet these goals, with play as the language of expression.
The goals of play therapy are the same as traditional mediums of psychotherapy - to help clients resolve and heal from past stressful or traumatic experiences, express emotions related to challenging experiences, and support the learning of new ways of thinking and behaving. The medium is the only difference - clients use toys, games, dramatic and expressive arts to meet these goals, with play as the language of expression.
I am trained in trauma-informed and narrative approaches, EFT and Gottman couple therapy, family therapy including play and art therapy and attachment-focussed family therapy.
Therapy can help us to connect with ourselves and others, find meaning, joy, love, acceptance, playfulness and peace of mind. If you are recovering from trauma, if you are stuck or struggling, therapy can create a safe space to work through painful and difficult emotions and experiences in order to live better and feel better. As a therapist and supervisor of other therapists, I value creativity, compassion and collaboration. My approach is drawn from attachment theory, narrative therapy, trauma-informed somatic therapies, mindful self-compassion and relational therapy.
I am trained in trauma-informed and narrative approaches, EFT and Gottman couple therapy, family therapy including play and art therapy and attachment-focussed family therapy.
Therapy can help us to connect with ourselves and others, find meaning, joy, love, acceptance, playfulness and peace of mind. If you are recovering from trauma, if you are stuck or struggling, therapy can create a safe space to work through painful and difficult emotions and experiences in order to live better and feel better. As a therapist and supervisor of other therapists, I value creativity, compassion and collaboration. My approach is drawn from attachment theory, narrative therapy, trauma-informed somatic therapies, mindful self-compassion and relational therapy.
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Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.