Blue Cross Therapists in Winnipeg, MB

My journey in the helping field has included working with individuals and families for more than 10 years. I very much welcome the opportunity to work with a diverse array of clients as I work from a multitude of approaches that include anti-oppression, feminist, client-centered, Indigenous and strengths-based. It has always been a passion of mine to work as a clinical social work therapist and therefore have a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Manitoba. My therapeutic approaches include DBT, other CBT interventions, and Indigenous ways of healing.

Therapy invites us to approach and understand the challenges we are facing in a supportive and safe relationship, enabling us to respond differently than we have or could before. We all have experiences or relationships that are complex and add stress to our lives. We each have a choice: resign to living with a level of stress that is simply physically and emotionally unsustainable, or explore the origin to make a change.

***IN PERSON AND ONLINE SESSIONS AVAILABLE. Our work has been informed by a number of different therapeutic models. In the last sixteen years we have been dedicated to integrate Narrative Ideas and Social Justice models into our practice. In those conversations that happen in our offices, people can reclaim their own preferred stories and re-define themselves by centering on stories that don't restrict their lives to the definition that the problem imposes on them. It's in the core of our work to believe that people that seeks for counselling come to it with a number of skills, beliefs, values, commitments and abilities.

Human beings are always searching for connections. Anything that hinders this need (or goal) will result to instability. Clients need someone to be with them as they ground themselves to accept defeat, find balance or peace.

I offer counselling through reflective counselling tools, information sharing and guidance, I provide brief interventions, solution focussed strategies, cognitive behavioural strategies, trauma therapy: basic EMDR and motivational interviewing strategies.

My name is Valene Rud, I have been in this field of work for over ten years. My work involves unravelling the energetic emotions, to people, places, trauma or addictions that people may have. I am experienced in working with inter-generational trauma, childhood issues of abandonment and similar distressing situations. I know therapy can seem like an intimidating process and I have sought out assistance a few times. I often felt some personality or warmth was lacking and I hope to bridge that gap. I know how it feels to be in a vulnerable situation and need to seek the safety of other's.

Helping children, youth, young adults and immigrants heal and grow is my passion. I have experience working with a range of mental health and trauma-related issues. We will be a great fit if you believe you have gone through intergenerational trauma, or if you believe you who have gone through neglect, physical, emotional or sexual abuse. I have worked with individuals diagnosed with ADHD, PTSD, attachment disorder, depression, anxiety, and global developmental delay, and I can help you with daily life matters and building life skills.

Hello and Welcome! I am a Masters-Level social worker providing counselling services in Manitoba, with 15+ years providing front-line and clinical support to individuals and families. I am currently seeing clients ages 18+ for individual therapy. I love working with young adults, those who work in the helping professions, individuals who have experienced trauma, and anyone people who are looking to explore their relationships with themselves and others.

Currently accepting new clients with diverse reasons for referral such as anxiety, panic attacks, depression, relationship issues, and stress management.

Accepting New Clients - Daytime, Monday to Friday. 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 to 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 best for you.

I am a registered Psychologist Candidate (C. Psych Cand.) with the Psychological Association of MB. I work collaboratively with clients to regain balance in their lives using evidence-based treatments. Therapy can be used in many different ways: to process emotions and trauma, to increase mindfulness and understanding, to learn new skills to cope with challenges, as well as to gain perspective or advice. Some common presenting concerns I work with in therapy are neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD), anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, perfectionism, emotion regulation, sleep, parent coaching, trauma, mood + suicidality, among others.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your path forward? As someone who has spent over 20 years in the business world, leading teams and setting goals, I understand the challenges of feeling unfulfilled and lost. But my passion for helping people get unstuck led me to pursue my MA in Counselling Psychology, and I've been working with clients ranging from age 13 to 75 ever since.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, adhd, anxiety, or depression? Having difficulty with focus and attention? I offer compassionate, expert support to those facing life's challenges, along with veterans, first responders, and police/RCMP officers. I understand your unique pressures and challenges and am here to help. My practice supports those with trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, ADHD (including inattentiveness and hyperactivity), stress, burnout, and family conflicts. You don’t have to face these struggles alone. Reach out today for a safe, supportive environment to heal and grow.

I love working with individuals and couples on a variety of issues and topics. I am passionate about therapy and creating a safe space that is inclusive and affirming of LGBTQIA2S+, BDSM, kink, and non-monogamy—one that is sex positive and non-judgmental. Another passion of mine is therapy for youth and creating a space that children and adolescents can feel safe to be themselves and express their creativity while learning coping strategies & building self-esteem. Each person has their own unique intersectionality of characteristics, and I want you to feel safe to be yourself.

I work with people of all ages, including teens, adults, couples and families who are facing challenges in their lives and find themselves feeling unsupported, alone, and looking for help. When problems seem overwhelming, counselling offers a place to feel safe enough to explore a new perspective, and learn tools and techniques for finding peace and a sense of balance. If you have been thinking about talking to a therapist, I encourage you to listen to that voice and give yourself the gift of change, healing, and growth.

Does this sound familiar…Is this you? You're a go getter who moves at a fast pace! You have incredible drive, but have a hard time slowing down. Your mind is always on repeat. You suffer from anxiety in your daily life, work and relationships. You're always putting other people's needs first - You come in last place! You're always concerned about judgement and have a difficult time standing up for yourself and communicating in your relationships. You don’t feel heard or supported. If this is your story, I can help you!

Are you dealing with discouragement, confusion and hopelessness, needing compassion, direction and hope? I have been a therapist for over two decades bringing hope and compassion to hundreds of clients over the years. I strength of mine is to be able to build a quick therapeutic alliance with my clients, and have a unique combination of being both soft and gentle, while being bold and direct where invited.  I enjoy the thrill of watching people blossom into the potential that each one is meant to be, having gained clarity, healing and freedom.

This is a space for you to learn more about yourself as you embrace change, life transitions, loss, grief and personal growth. With care and curiosity we can create an inner environment that holds the potential for courage, compassionate witnessing and transformation. I assist clients in building a deep relationship with themselves, so they can live feeling more aligned and centered within and more connected to the world around them. I believe you are the expert of your lived experience and we will work collaboratively towards your desired goals.

I aim to help people explore inner and outer worlds as a way to move through where we find ourselves stuck, to heal, grow awareness of self and other, and to live in to our preferred and unique ways of being. These processes involve our imagination, physical body, and emotions to develop relationships between parts of ourselves and our wholeness. I work from a perspective informed by Internal Family Systems therapy, interpersonal neurobiology, and depth psychology with a focus on the work of Carl Jung.