MANITOBA TEAM

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 Emem brings 19 years of experience, blending Western methods and global holistic healing to support individuals and communities. They specialize in trauma, addiction, grief, and loss, providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care in inclusive spaces.

Shiv Bhanot is a Canadian Certified Counsellor specializing in emotional regulation and executive functioning. Drawing on a robust background in neuroscience and biopsychology, Shiv integrates evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness within a compassionate, person-centered framework. He is dedicated to providing trauma-informed and culturally sensitive support to individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and systemic barriers.

Kristen is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCPA), a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO), and a Certified Play Therapist (CAPT) with Master’s degrees in both Counselling Psychology and Disability Studies, as well as a Doctorate in Applied Health Sciences. In addition to her work with MCRC, she works as a play therapist and supervisor with her own practice in Winnipeg (PlayWell Therapy), and a consultant, facilitator, and trainer with her own company (Brickstorming). 

Kristen views her clients as the experts in their own lives and uses a social constructivist lens to support them to tell their own stories, create their own knowledge, and actively solve their own challenges. She is a firm believer in the value of experiential learning and the importance of play for self-development and growth in all life stages.

Brenda is a Registered Social Worker with extensive experience in counselling and support services with Indigenous organizations and communities spanning over 20 years. Her practice is deeply rooted in a wholistic way of healing that supports continued personal growth and empowerment.  Brenda's therapeutic work is guided by a "two-eyed seeing" approach which blends Indigenous Ways of Knowing with culturally relevant Western-based trauma-informed therapies such as in Internal Family Systems, Expressive Arts Therapy, and EMDR. 

As a therapist dedicated to client success, I am committed to providing client-centered services tailored to ensure my clients meet their healing and wellness goals in a timely manner. With experience across various living situations, I have had the privilege of offering my services in both urban settings and remote communities.

I approach therapy from both mainstream and diverse perspectives, recognizing the significance of cultural context in the healing process. My experience encompasses a wide range of challenges, including trauma, addictions, mental health issues, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, abuse, and much more.

I am a client-centred and strength-based professional, and my priority is to create a supportive and understanding environment where individuals feel empowered to embark on their journey toward healing and growth.

Sarah is a dedicated, trauma informed, and compassionate pre-licensed therapist with over a decade of experience working in

social and human services, with cumulative experience across a range of support settings; including vocational

rehabilitation, counselling, education, healthcare, and human resources settings. Holds undergraduate degree from

University of Winnipeg, pursuing graduate studies in Marriage and Family Therapy.