Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Manitoba

I am a Metis, neurodivergent (ADHD) woman with over 20 years in counselling and mental health experience, including working with those who have diagnosed mental health issues. My practice is aimed at creating a safe space for all humans, with a particular focus on creating a safe and trauma-informed space for LGBTQ2S+, neurodivergent and Indigenous folks. I have been gifted the opportunity to work with many trans and nonbinary individuals and relationships, as well as to provide a safe space for those navigating polyamory/ENM relationships.

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Let's talk about making a difference together. Are you finding it challenging to cope with past experiences that have left a lasting impact on your mental and emotional well-being? Have you noticed persistent feelings of distress or unease stemming from past experiences? Are you struggling with the lingering effects of trauma or abuse? Are you striving for peak performance but facing mental barriers or challenges? I’m passionate about helping you become the architect of your inner healing. Therapy is a courageous step, and I commend you for taking that important step towards seeking help and investing in your healing.

Accepting new couples - Struggling with relationships can be overwhelming. Battling anxiety and low mood can be draining. Grief can be life changing. Stress and trauma can be paralyzing. You’re not alone and I am happy to help. I am here to listen and offer support in a space filled with comfort, knowledge, and without judgement. A space where we can work together, as a team, to overcome these challenges. I am committed to building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each person, where they not only feel heard, valued, and understood, while having something to take away from each session.

I specialize in people with Autism and ADHD but can help individuals, couples and families who are wanting to learn to trust themselves more. I take special interest in managing conflict as I feel it is likely where the most growth is to occur. That being said, I recognize that it can be a very uncomfortable experience. Relationships are a high risk, high reward situation. I want to help facilitate these conversations as much as possible.

Trying to discover a counsellor that is a good fit is daunting. You know yourself better than anyone else and my role is to ask good questions, listen well and offer a perspective that will help move you to a more preferred place. Whether it's anxiety, depression, recovery from trauma and grief, it's better to move through these challenges with someone. Let me walk with you in your relationship as you're likely frustrated with rinsing and repeating the same tired cycle that is leaving you hopeless that anything can be different. Together we will find new ways of relating and loving which will lead to connection.

I am Acksanna Witherspoon - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Winnipeg MB. I am someone who has sought out professional help in my life at one point too. I have a passion for walking alongside people in seasons of their life where nobody else can. I believe in my clients and their goals, no matter the situation, no matter the mess.

We all deserve to feel heard and understood, but when life gets messy our relationships can get complicated leaving us feeling anxious, uncertain, or overwhelmed. I work with couples who are struggling to feel connected, or aren’t understanding one another. I help parents feel like they understand their child’s emotional needs and how to support them while also supporting themselves in the work of being a parent. I help individuals work through stress, anxiety, loss and trauma to feel aligned with their values and goals. I work to help you feel heard, understood and supported by me, and the people in your life.

Each challenging moment provides an opportunity to slow down, reflect and to integrate what life hands us. Sometimes this is messy, often it is hardship, but my hope is to walk alongside my clients and to see them through to what is next, hopefully with a renewed sense of strength, self-acceptance and awareness. I've worked for the provincial Eating Disorder Program, Family/Parenting Centre and in Community based Women's Health services. These experiences have provided me with a deep respect and admiration for my clients' strength and resilience.

Are you going through a transition in your life that is evoking feelings of anxiety, fear, sadness and overwhelm? Are you feeling stuck making difficult decisions and feeling unsure about what to do next? I have been a practicing clinical social worker/therapist since 2002 and have many years experience working with individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss. I have a special interest in helping people navigate the complex world of grief, loss and periods of transition in their life. I know that therapy can be confronting and I don’t believe in a “one size fits all” approach.

We all want to live with meaning and purpose—to be authentic, compassionate, accepting, patient, and forgiving with ourselves and the people in our lives. Sometimes difficult life experiences can cause us to lose sight of this genuine way of being, so we become closed off from ourselves and others. In other words, we feel stuck… As a therapist, I offer helpful options to getting unstuck. Together we will begin to explore and understand what has contributed to these blocks, as well as uncovering and applying strengths, resources, and skills towards a solution.

I offer the opportunity to experience “Aha!” moments, explore patterns of behaviour and examine the how and why. My hope is that you will gain clarity and insight into yourself, your strengths and build the skills you need to consider different ways of coping with life’s challenges. With over 20 years of experience in community health, my approach to therapy is eclectic and relies heavily on relationship. I use a range of therapy models, which allows me to tailor our sessions to meet your needs.

Tired of behaving or reacting from unconscious patterns? Looking to understand your behaviours and where they come from? Want to learn to have more compassion for yourself and others? Let's start with the inner-standing that everybody has fears, beliefs and rules for how they "should" be. Comprehending these narratives allows for compassionate curiosity around the origins and purposes of these stories that fuel our behaviours. Holistic exploration of these dialogues, can result in feeling and reacting differently and providing folks with new tools to move forward to overcome specific problems.

If you're reading this, chances are you're struggling with mental health issues that are causing you distress and impacting your daily life. Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, burnout, overstimulation, lack of motivation or any combination of challenges, you can get relief from your symptoms, be happier and have a healthier life. Together, we will explore the root causes of your struggles and develop strategies to manage symptoms, build resilience, and promote lasting change. Your journey is unique, and your therapy should be tailored to your needs and experiences.

Are you overwhelmed by troubling thoughts and emotions? You may feel anxious, conflicted, or have difficulty making decisions with clarity and confidence. Maybe you’re struggling in relationships, or generally feeling stuck and discouraged. From learning to navigate life as an adult, to career choices, moving, or changes in your family, life can be hard. Feeling lost is hard. Whatever you’re going through, I’m here to listen and help you find your way again.

Hello! My name is Steven and I’m honoured that you might consider me to support you on your journey toward healing and growth. I’m a masters level clinical social worker born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. I work with adults and youth from all walks of life, with my primary areas of focus being trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, suicidality, relationship issues, and substance use. In particular, I have a passion for providing affirming and supportive services to those who are gender and sexually diverse, often drawing on my own lived experience as a gay man growing up in Winnipeg.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you ever just feel stuck? Unresolved past experience? Feeling alone and isolated? These life challenges can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate through them by ourselves. Let me partner with you in navigating through these challenges. In this partnership, I will bring my skills to create an atmosphere of safety, warmth, and respect. That will supports you to courageously tell your own story, face difficult emotions, learn new ways of coping, transform the impact of trauma, and move toward the positive change you might be seeking.

***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.

We provide warm, professional care in a beautiful healing space and at a lower price. All of our therapists have a master degree, students are enrolled in a master degree and supervised. We have 20+ therapists (rates for student therapist $80, for master level therapist $100; EMDR $135). We offer individual, couples and family therapy, child play therapy and EMDR. Our three offices (Downtown, Charleswood and St. Vital) are all accessible and conveniently located on bus routes with parking nearby. Website thrivewinnipeg.com or call 204-417-3449 or 204-774-4184 to book your appointment.