Manitoba Practitioners
Emem Iniobong, CCC, MAed, MApsych
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, BSc, BA, MA, CCC, C-DBT
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 Klassen, PhD., RP, CPT, MA, MSc, BSc
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.
Ajoke Olarewaju, MPA. BSW, RSW
Ajoke Olarewaju is an Independent Contractor within our network. We look forward to sharing more about their experience and therapeutic approach soon.
Sarah Fonseca, BA
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.