
Dawn Haines-Shaw
RSW
Hi, my name is Dawn. I am a Registered Social Worker and completed my degree through the University of Manitoba in 2012. I hold an Early Childhood Educator 11 diploma completed through Assiniboine Community College in 2007. I am also a STOTT Pilates certified instructor for reformer and matwork.
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I have worked with Child and Family Services, Long Term Care and Community Mental Health. I have been employed in the field of social services since 2007. I have had the privilege of working with a diverse population of children, teenagers, young expectant parents, adults and seniors. Most recently I have worked with seniors and their families providing compassionate support, during the life transition of retirement, loss, and caregiver stress. Finding and accessing needed resources can be challenging overwhelming and frustrating. I can help you navigate through this journey.
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Services: Counselling, Pilates
Ages: Ages 16 and up
More about me
I was born and raised in Northern Manitoba. My family moved to the Westman area in 2006. I am now a grandmother and consider myself part of the Sandwich Generation. I understand the challenges and stress of adapting to change, and trying to balance your family’s needs with that of your own while understanding that self-care and self-consideration is crucial to your well-being. I genuinely love meeting and working with people. I like to install hope, resiliency and healthy alternatives, with a hint of humour in a safe space. I use a holistic, client centered, collaborative approach in a caring environment where you feel valued and that you belong.
I utilize Strength Based Approach, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Behavioural Activation and Motivational Interviewing. I also have experience in crisis management and suicide intervention skills. I use practical and manageable strategies to help you cope and manage life worry and stressors, anxiety, depression, and healthy relationship boundaries. Special interests include Menopause, Lichen Sclerosus, and healthy lifestyles.
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FNIHB provider.