Family Therapy in Brandon, MB

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Safe Harbour Therapy Centre
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, RSW, RD, RMT, MMFT
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A
Distress and struggle are unique to each person, and so is healing! That's why we provide diverse modalities like low cost individual therapy, EMDR, craniosacral, career counselling, dietetics, neurofeedback, family therapy, reflexology, and more.
Whatever has brought you to this point has taken a toll. Life feels overwhelming, especially while others are leaning on you. Family issues, personal burdens, and troubles in the outside world pile up. It feels like too much. You’re feeling alone, and you’re not sure how you’re going to make it through. You're looking for rest and support, for resolution, and for a different way of managing everything.
Distress and struggle are unique to each person, and so is healing! That's why we provide diverse modalities like low cost individual therapy, EMDR, craniosacral, career counselling, dietetics, neurofeedback, family therapy, reflexology, and more.
Whatever has brought you to this point has taken a toll. Life feels overwhelming, especially while others are leaning on you. Family issues, personal burdens, and troubles in the outside world pile up. It feels like too much. You’re feeling alone, and you’re not sure how you’re going to make it through. You're looking for rest and support, for resolution, and for a different way of managing everything.
(431) 400-9488 View (431) 400-9488
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Melonia Dyce
Registered Social Worker, RSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A
Over the years I have supported a wide range of individuals through starting and growing a family, work stress, life transitions and stressors of working in agriculture.
Do you feel like counselling would be beneficial for you but you're not sure where to start or you've had a negative experience in the past? Perhaps you're trying to grow your family or are an expectant/new parent or someone who is navigating farm, work or family stressors? I get it, it can be really tough to reach out for support. You need someone to provide a safe place for you to feel heard, supported and understood. Someone who can work with you to identify your strengths and offer support in the areas you find a little more challenging.
Over the years I have supported a wide range of individuals through starting and growing a family, work stress, life transitions and stressors of working in agriculture.
Do you feel like counselling would be beneficial for you but you're not sure where to start or you've had a negative experience in the past? Perhaps you're trying to grow your family or are an expectant/new parent or someone who is navigating farm, work or family stressors? I get it, it can be really tough to reach out for support. You need someone to provide a safe place for you to feel heard, supported and understood. Someone who can work with you to identify your strengths and offer support in the areas you find a little more challenging.
(431) 531-5703 View (431) 531-5703
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Barb McConnell
Psychiatric Nurse, RPN, BScMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brandon, MB R7A
I grew up on a family farm in rural Manitoba and have focused most of my 40 year career in rural based child and adolescent community mental health . I have had the pleasure to meet with numerous children, adolescents, parents and families in the west-man area. Along with my RPN BScMH background, I hold an Advanced Certificate in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. As such I am passionate about helping children, teenagers , as well as their families. I wholeheartedly believe that with early intervention we can create a lasting change for the future. I work collaboratively with children and adults to create a healing space .
I grew up on a family farm in rural Manitoba and have focused most of my 40 year career in rural based child and adolescent community mental health . I have had the pleasure to meet with numerous children, adolescents, parents and families in the west-man area. Along with my RPN BScMH background, I hold an Advanced Certificate in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. As such I am passionate about helping children, teenagers , as well as their families. I wholeheartedly believe that with early intervention we can create a lasting change for the future. I work collaboratively with children and adults to create a healing space .
(204) 400-0459 View (204) 400-0459
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Luanne Rae
Psychiatric Nurse, RPN, TPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brandon, MB R7A
I believe in the power of being genuine and sincere, not just as your therapist but as a person you can relate with. I am a passionate advocate for family health, LGBTIQ2S, racial equity,& bringing high quality harm reduction and trauma-informed services and solutions for some of the most pressing issues facing children, adolescent, adults, families & the community.
I believe in the power of being genuine and sincere, not just as your therapist but as a person you can relate with. I am a passionate advocate for family health, LGBTIQ2S, racial equity,& bringing high quality harm reduction and trauma-informed services and solutions for some of the most pressing issues facing children, adolescent, adults, families & the community.
(431) 815-4635 View (431) 815-4635
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Celina Abrey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CCC
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(204) 900-5994 View (204) 900-5994
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Joe Johnson
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A  (Online Only)
Throughout my extensive and varied professional experience I have had the privilege to work with clients in many different contexts. Some of the topics and challenges I’ve helped clients with include anxiety, depression, family/parent conflict, relationship struggles, motivation, abandonment issues, boundary setting, shame, vulnerability, communication skills, anger, identity, gender, sexuality, trauma, suicidal ideation and substance use. I believe everyone has many examples of resilience in their life, which I work to celebrate and help clients build upon. I value safe and affirming care practices for all identities.
Throughout my extensive and varied professional experience I have had the privilege to work with clients in many different contexts. Some of the topics and challenges I’ve helped clients with include anxiety, depression, family/parent conflict, relationship struggles, motivation, abandonment issues, boundary setting, shame, vulnerability, communication skills, anger, identity, gender, sexuality, trauma, suicidal ideation and substance use. I believe everyone has many examples of resilience in their life, which I work to celebrate and help clients build upon. I value safe and affirming care practices for all identities.
(204) 400-4332 View (204) 400-4332
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Kendra Sharek
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brandon, MB R7A
I use an integrated therapeutic approach, and incorporate my trainings in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and other evidence-based modalities in my work.
Hello and Welcome! Have you found yourself feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, fatigued and overwhelmed and are left wondering “how did I get here?”. I am here to help! I am a compassionate and experienced therapist providing counselling for individuals aged 13+. I love working with youth, 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.
I use an integrated therapeutic approach, and incorporate my trainings in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and other evidence-based modalities in my work.
Hello and Welcome! Have you found yourself feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, fatigued and overwhelmed and are left wondering “how did I get here?”. I am here to help! I am a compassionate and experienced therapist providing counselling for individuals aged 13+. I love working with youth, 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.
(204) 400-4152 View (204) 400-4152
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Kennedy Bell
Counsellor, BA, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brandon, MB R7A
I provide individual therapy services to youth, teens, and adults between the ages of 10 and 65 who are struggling with issues relating but not limited to stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, grief, anger, substance use, relationship problems, family conflict, and life transitions.
I provide individual therapy services to youth, teens, and adults between the ages of 10 and 65 who are struggling with issues relating but not limited to stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, grief, anger, substance use, relationship problems, family conflict, and life transitions.
(204) 615-9001 View (204) 615-9001
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Shauna Derksen
Psychiatric Nurse, BA, RPN
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A
This passion stems in part from over 30 years of professional experiences, however it is also born out of personal experience with helping my own family members struggle with addictions and mental health issues.
Many Manitobans find it difficult to access timely mental health assistance… I can help! A biopsychosocial clinical assessment is necessary to gain clarity, provide direction, and ensures that you are on the right path in regards to treatment and ultimate recovery. I am a straightforward, dedicated professionals who will provide you with a complete clinical assessment, psychoeducation, and resource linkage. I will collaborate with your primary care provider and our psychiatrist to help you on the road to your recovery! https:/edenhealthcare.ca/roh/mental-health-nursing-assessment
This passion stems in part from over 30 years of professional experiences, however it is also born out of personal experience with helping my own family members struggle with addictions and mental health issues.
Many Manitobans find it difficult to access timely mental health assistance… I can help! A biopsychosocial clinical assessment is necessary to gain clarity, provide direction, and ensures that you are on the right path in regards to treatment and ultimate recovery. I am a straightforward, dedicated professionals who will provide you with a complete clinical assessment, psychoeducation, and resource linkage. I will collaborate with your primary care provider and our psychiatrist to help you on the road to your recovery! https:/edenhealthcare.ca/roh/mental-health-nursing-assessment
(204) 400-3724 View (204) 400-3724
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Kimberly Mackey
Registered Social Worker, BA(Adv), BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brandon, MB R7A  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We can all benefit from support for the daily struggles of life. I am a seasoned practitioner working with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxious and depressive thoughts, stress, school/work avoidance, family conflict, grief/loss, and other challenges. Together we will work on both building the protective factors in your life (or your child's life) while also responding to the problems impacting potential. I specialize in a number of treatment modalities and support Manitobans across the province, including many rural clients. See how virtual therapy can work for you!
We can all benefit from support for the daily struggles of life. I am a seasoned practitioner working with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxious and depressive thoughts, stress, school/work avoidance, family conflict, grief/loss, and other challenges. Together we will work on both building the protective factors in your life (or your child's life) while also responding to the problems impacting potential. I specialize in a number of treatment modalities and support Manitobans across the province, including many rural clients. See how virtual therapy can work for you!
(204) 809-3587 View (204) 809-3587
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Gaby Duque
Psychiatric Nurse, BScPN, RPN
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A
Gaby has significant experience in working with mental health issues, and behavioural challenges, including ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, mood disorders, parent child relational problems (PCRP), adjustment disorders, physical/emotional/sexual abuse, emotional and behavioural dysregulation, attachment issues, substance abuse, bullying challenges, suicidal ideation and self harm.
Gaby has significant experience in working with mental health issues, and behavioural challenges, including ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, mood disorders, parent child relational problems (PCRP), adjustment disorders, physical/emotional/sexual abuse, emotional and behavioural dysregulation, attachment issues, substance abuse, bullying challenges, suicidal ideation and self harm.
(204) 813-0973 View (204) 813-0973
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Bliss Counselling and Wellness Centre
Counsellor, MEd, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brandon, MB R7A
Is your child or teen angry, having trouble in school, or anxious, and you feel lost trying to help? Do the overwhelming feelings cause you to shut down because you just don't know where to start, and then lead to things not getting better? Do you wish you knew how to support your struggling child or teen and are trying your hardest but you just feel stuck and don't know what the next steps are? You're not sure what to do! It seems like every time you try something, it doesn't work out. You feel frustrated and anxious, and you start to doubt yourself and your abilities. If this sounds like you, you're not alone!
Is your child or teen angry, having trouble in school, or anxious, and you feel lost trying to help? Do the overwhelming feelings cause you to shut down because you just don't know where to start, and then lead to things not getting better? Do you wish you knew how to support your struggling child or teen and are trying your hardest but you just feel stuck and don't know what the next steps are? You're not sure what to do! It seems like every time you try something, it doesn't work out. You feel frustrated and anxious, and you start to doubt yourself and your abilities. If this sounds like you, you're not alone!
(204) 400-3101 View (204) 400-3101
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Nicole Oliver
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with overwhelming worries and concerns that affect your day-to-day life? Do you feel exhausted by the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel ? Do you hope that things could be better and easier? Are you trying to figure out what a recent diagnosis REALLY means? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious and uncertain about finding their place in life, making meaningful connections with others, and understanding themselves. Mental wellness is possible. I believe there is hope and answers.
Do you struggle with overwhelming worries and concerns that affect your day-to-day life? Do you feel exhausted by the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel ? Do you hope that things could be better and easier? Are you trying to figure out what a recent diagnosis REALLY means? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious and uncertain about finding their place in life, making meaningful connections with others, and understanding themselves. Mental wellness is possible. I believe there is hope and answers.
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Mindful Milestones Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brandon, MB R7A
Please know there is support if you are struggling with stress, overwhelm, intense emotions, anxiety, anger, intrusive thoughts, overthinking, fear of abandonment, trauma, or relational challenges. I focus on supporting clients understand their patterns and uncover the root of their challenges. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I practice from a compassionate, trauma-informed lens and guide clients in processing and transforming emotions (anger, guilt, shame, hopelessness). I hold a firm belief that each emotion tells a unique story.
Please know there is support if you are struggling with stress, overwhelm, intense emotions, anxiety, anger, intrusive thoughts, overthinking, fear of abandonment, trauma, or relational challenges. I focus on supporting clients understand their patterns and uncover the root of their challenges. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I practice from a compassionate, trauma-informed lens and guide clients in processing and transforming emotions (anger, guilt, shame, hopelessness). I hold a firm belief that each emotion tells a unique story.
(204) 813-7107 View (204) 813-7107
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Shelby Anderson
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A
You deserve the opportunity to heal, grow, and feel more like yourself. I work with individuals experiencing persistent anxiety, major life transitions, and relationship difficulties. Through the therapy process, clients can expect to gain awareness in identifying and communicating emotions, learn how their past informs the present, and gain a deeper understanding of their relationship to themselves and to others.
You deserve the opportunity to heal, grow, and feel more like yourself. I work with individuals experiencing persistent anxiety, major life transitions, and relationship difficulties. Through the therapy process, clients can expect to gain awareness in identifying and communicating emotions, learn how their past informs the present, and gain a deeper understanding of their relationship to themselves and to others.
(431) 373-3770 View (431) 373-3770
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Jenny Steele
Psychiatric Nurse, BScPN, RPN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brandon, MB R7A
Over the past 15 years I have worked with clients of all ages, helping my clients regain self-awareness, confidence, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and helping clients with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and anger. I have worked with my clients to rebuild their strengths, to help them find new solutions to their problems, overcome challenging situations and to reach their goals, by offering counselling tailored to the needs of my clients and their unique journey.
Over the past 15 years I have worked with clients of all ages, helping my clients regain self-awareness, confidence, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and helping clients with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and anger. I have worked with my clients to rebuild their strengths, to help them find new solutions to their problems, overcome challenging situations and to reach their goals, by offering counselling tailored to the needs of my clients and their unique journey.
(431) 813-5898 View (431) 813-5898
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Jennifer Jones
Counsellor, MPCC, RPC, CPCA
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7B
I believe that therapeutic rapport is an essential part of a healthy therapist-client relationship. My goal is to help the client feel respected, safe and express unconditional positive regard so that therapy can be successful. I believe that the client is the best teller of their own stories. Based on this I find that the Person-centered approach is effective when working with a client. I am there to help encourage, support and guide the client through their own journey of self-discovery. I believe in acknowledging a persons strengths to help them achieve their goals.
I believe that therapeutic rapport is an essential part of a healthy therapist-client relationship. My goal is to help the client feel respected, safe and express unconditional positive regard so that therapy can be successful. I believe that the client is the best teller of their own stories. Based on this I find that the Person-centered approach is effective when working with a client. I am there to help encourage, support and guide the client through their own journey of self-discovery. I believe in acknowledging a persons strengths to help them achieve their goals.
(431) 831-9115 View (431) 831-9115
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Lindsay Ruddick
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A
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. Influenced by attachment theory and postmodern approaches, I work primarily with collaborative and solution-focused methodologies. In summary, this means that I see you as the expert in your life, and myself as a skilled conversational partner who can help you to shift perspectives and reach your unique goals.
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. Influenced by attachment theory and postmodern approaches, I work primarily with collaborative and solution-focused methodologies. In summary, this means that I see you as the expert in your life, and myself as a skilled conversational partner who can help you to shift perspectives and reach your unique goals.
(204) 573-6039 View (204) 573-6039
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Lorise M Cablik
Counsellor, MPCC, RPC
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A
I am Lorise Cablik, a Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling and Registered Professional Counsellor with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association. You might also think of me as a motivator, problem solver, confidante, advocate (your very own cheer leader), recovery coach, self care coach or one of your healing team members.
I am Lorise Cablik, a Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling and Registered Professional Counsellor with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association. You might also think of me as a motivator, problem solver, confidante, advocate (your very own cheer leader), recovery coach, self care coach or one of your healing team members.
(431) 244-6102 View (431) 244-6102
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Cadence Silk
Counsellor, MACP, CCC, BA
Verified Verified
Brandon, MB R7A
Waitlist for new clients
My therapeutic approach is very holistic in nature. I utilize a client-centered approach and I am here to walk beside you in achieving health, happiness, and overall well-being. I believe that sometimes, an individual may simply need someone to listen, without judgement, someone who is unbiased, and can assist you in working through life struggles.
My therapeutic approach is very holistic in nature. I utilize a client-centered approach and I am here to walk beside you in achieving health, happiness, and overall well-being. I believe that sometimes, an individual may simply need someone to listen, without judgement, someone who is unbiased, and can assist you in working through life struggles.
(204) 817-8261 View (204) 817-8261
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Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.