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Online Anxiety Course - Learn More >
Are you ready to make a change?
It can be exciting and scary, all at the same time.
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But the reward is so worth any uncomfortable feelings you may be feeling right now.
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You are here. You have completed taking the first step in reshaping your life to the life you have only imagined until now.
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It only gets better from here...
What is holding you back from living the life you want?
Anxiety
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You can't relax your body or quiet your mind
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You get intrusive thoughts
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You worry, and those negative thoughts spiral
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You obsess over past events
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You get anxiety attacks
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You are unable to quiet your mind
Grief and Loss
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Loss of a loved-one
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Miscarriage
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Relationship break-ups
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Changing careers
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Retirement
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Birth of a baby
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Marriage
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Moving to a different home
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Any life transition...
Relationship Issues
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Unhealthy communication
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Setting boundaries
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Building trust
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Emotion-regulation
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Past relationships influencing present relationships
Childhood Experiences
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​Past childhood experiences that are influencing how you walk in the world today
Self-Esteem
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Figuring out who you are
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Figuring out who you want to be
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Figuring out what you want to work on
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Embracing who you are
Spiritual Crisis
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Questioning your faith
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Wanting a new perspective from an unbiased person
I can help you navigate through these roadblocks.
We are all a work in progress...
Been there.
Done that.
Still doing it...
Personal experiences and struggles - been there.
Self-reflection and growth - done that.
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I know the hard work that has to go into making a change. I also know the invaluable rewards that come out of that work.
Learn more about how my journey has led me here to help others live the life they were meant to live.
Karen Palaniuk (she/her), MMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
"As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I take a humanistic and holistic approach, combining psychoeducation, mindfulness, acceptance, and cognitive behavioural therapy to help individuals, couples and families work to build meaningful relationships, self growth and a fulfilling life."
Karen Palaniuk, MMFT, RMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, Owner of Brave.New.Living. Psychotherapy, Winnipeg
Services
In-person and Virtual sessions available.
Services may be covered under your extended health care plan.
New Client?
All new clients must book a 15-Minute Free Consultation prior to booking an appointment.
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Online Courses
Take the time to invest in YOU and your well-being.
Are you just not ready yet for 1-on-1 therapy?
Transforming Anxiety 101
Online Course
Not quite ready to sign up for therapy?
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This is a great way to gain skills and tools to help you better manage your anxiety, all from the comfort of your own home.
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My Anxiety Course is offered online so it is available to anyone, no matter where you are. You can invest in yourself and learn valuable and actionable skills to navigate current challenges that you can also carry forward in dealing with future challenges.
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It is a safe environment where you can just sit back, listen and take it all in, or there are opportunities for active participation if you wish to do so.
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What is an MFT?
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).
But don't let the title fool you...
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I am trained not only in providing therapy to couples and families but also to individuals and all types of relationships you encounter in your life, from friendships to co-workers too!
What makes an MFT unique compared to other psychotherapists?
We use a systems perspective - this means that when we explore with you, we will take into account the impact of past and present relationships and experiences to help you move forward.
A major component in the Masters Degree program for Marriage and Family Therapy requires therapists to work to increase their own self-awareness, both inside and outside the therapy room. This makes us more aware of our blind-spots and potential biases which allows us to provide better services to the people we work with.
Marriage and Family Therapists are trained to help both individuals and families - not all types of psychotherapists can offer help to families.
Psychotherapy services are covered under some extended health care plans. But, if your plan does not cover MFT sessions but does cover another type of mental health care practitioner, it may still be less expensive for you to forgo your coverage and see an MFT if you will be needing multiple sessions.
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The reason for this is that after you have used your limited sessions covered under your plan, you are responsible for paying the set rates of your practitioner going forward. MFT fees are often lower than other mental health care practitioners so this can potentially save you money in the long run but without compromising the quality of care.
Is an MFT right for you?
It can be confusing...what type of mental health care practitioner should you see? A Marriage and Family Therapist, a Psychologist, a Psychiatrist, a Social Worker...?
I can help you figure it out!
Book a free 15-minute consultation:
This will determine if we are a good fit.
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If an MFT is not the best option, I will help you find someone that is a good fit for your needs.
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I offer this complementary service because I want to be a resource for you so you can find the help that you need, whether it be from me, an MFT, or another type of practitioner.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, can't relax?
Watch my Belly Breathing 101 video for a quick technique to help you find that calm.