Play therapists in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba MB, Canada CA
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Play Therapy
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
If you are new to therapy or never really found the right match, you may benefit from a more structured & directive clinician. Tell me what you need from our time and I will be responsible for guiding us there and keeping us on track. Therapy is not meant to stay in session - let's bring the work to life!
10 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB Manitoba (Online Only)
Play Therapy
Makayla Ciuffreda
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Does your child or teen, or young adult seem constantly worried, easily overwhelmed, or often down? Are focus, attention, or big emotions making daily life a struggle at home or school? Many young people face challenges like anxiety, OCD, ADHD, or depression that can leave them feeling “different” or not good enough. Whether you or your child is dealing with constant worries, low mood, difficulty regulating emotions, or challenges with attention and social connections, therapy can be a place for growth and healing. My goal is to help your child feel more confident, resilient, and equipped to thrive.
2 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB Manitoba
Play Therapy
Somatic Healing Arts, Psychotherapy and Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (qualifying), MA-ExAT
I believe that healing is a creative and embodied process. As an expressive arts and somatic therapist, I am guided by the understanding that our bodies, emotions, and imaginations hold profound wisdom. In my work, I invite movement, image, sound, and story to help people discover new pathways to resilience, connection, and self-understanding.
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and rooted in curiosity. I support clients in tuning into the signals of their bodies, exploring their inner landscapes, and expressing what may be difficult to put into words. I see therapy as a space where what has been held can be released, where identity can be reclaimed, and where the nervous system can finally exhale.
Whether someone is navigating trauma, stress, transition, or a longing for deeper authenticity, I strive to create a space where their whole being is welcomed. My intention is always to help others reconnect with their innate aliveness, creativity, and capacity for healing.
9 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB Manitoba
Play Therapy
Vanessa Gear
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Is your child or teen feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, ADHD, school challenges, or difficulty managing big emotions? Perhaps learning differences, neurodivergence, family conflict, or life transitions are creating stress at home or school. I work with children, teens, adults, and families who want a supportive space to better understand these challenges. Together, we focus on building emotional regulation, confidence, coping skills, and stronger relationships so clients feel more capable, understood, and supported in their daily lives.
I specialize in supporting children, teens, and families navigating ADHD, autism (ASD), anxiety, school issues, learning challenges, and life transitions. Using CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and experiential approaches, including play-based techniques, I help clients strengthen emotional regulation, build coping skills, and develop greater confidence and resilience
Behind every behaviour is a story waiting to be heard. If you or your child feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck, therapy can provide a supportive space to slow down and make sense of what’s happening. Together we’ll explore strengths, build practical tools, and create meaningful change so you can move forward with greater confidence and connection.
0 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB Manitoba
Play Therapy
Freedom of Expression Counselling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RCSW, T.S., RPT, CPT
Everyone one has their own life experiences that have been undergone in their own way. I recognize uniqueness in everyone's life and that they have a deep need witnessed and honored in those experiences. My practice is about creating space for every individual's unique feelings, circumstances, and experiences without judgement or interpretation. We collaborate to find the deepest meanings within those experiences and we use that to find direction as how we would like to close a chapter or grow next. Healing from experiences is through finding meaning in them and integrating them into ourselves thereby enabling us to live deeper and more enriching lives.
9 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB Manitoba (Online Only)
Play Therapy therapists in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada Statistics
Play Therapy therapists in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $154 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (100%), Depression (100%), and Self Esteem (100%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$154
Accept insurance
88%
Offer sliding scale
75%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 17% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 100% | Depression |
| 100% | Self Esteem |
| 100% | Stress |
| 88% | Social Anxiety |
| 88% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 75% | Body Image |
Ages Served
| 100% | Young Adult |
| 88% | Adult |
| 88% | Teen |
| 75% | Children |
| 75% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 38% | Black / African American |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 38% | Native American |
| 38% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Women |