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"Moving forward by healing from your painful past and investing in your health and well-being is the best gift you can give yourself. Today is always the best day to get started" — Liona Kehler

Welcome to
Empower Counselling Services


“A single step of courage today can ripple-effect unimagined potential and positive change tomorrow.”
— Vern Kehler

But taking that first step isn’t always easy, is it? Healing begins with feeling truly seen, heard, and understood.

Does that resonate with you? Do you often feel like people don’t really see you, hear you, or understand you? Like no matter how much you share, the conversation always drifts back to them, as if what you said never landed? Or maybe when you need someone to take responsibility and repair their mistakes, they deflect, dismiss, or even gaslight you—making it seem like it’s your fault.

When you’re struggling, do people jump to advice, tell you to “just think positive,” or make you feel like you’re not trying hard enough?

You deserve better.

You deserve a space where your words are met with curiosity, care, and deep understanding. A place where you’re not just heard but truly seen. We know that effective therapy isn’t just about the techniques we use—it starts with creating a safe, judgment-free space where you feel valued, respected, and empowered to heal.

Our Winnipeg therapists are highly trained, fully licensed, and committed to ongoing professional development so you can trust that you’re receiving the best care possible. But just as importantly, we’re real humans who care about you.

If this resonates with you, we invite you to take a look around, get a feel for who we are, and reach out when you’re ready. We’d love to hear from you.


Our Specialties at a Glance

We specialize in PTSD and trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), anxiety, self-esteem, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, personal and professional growth for young adults—and more.

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About Liona Kehler

 

Hi there, I’m Liona. Thanks so much for stopping by today.

I believe people are, at their core, incredibly resourceful and resilient. We find a way to survive really difficult experiences the best way we are able to. Sometimes, we have really great resources and supports and the challenges we face are just a blip on the life-path. At other times, the challenges are greater or we may not have the resources and support we need, making coping difficult. Warm, compassionate, and experienced therapeutic support can be so helpful in gaining clarity of what we need to find the path forward again…

About Vern Kehler

 

Hi, I’m Vern. Thanks kindly for stopping by.

I believe it takes great courage to show up when life has not always been easy to you. In fact, it’s quite possible that you showing up here today was one of those moments of courage.

I believe at it’s finest, both healing and growth happen in the company of another human, a safe space in the presence of a non-judgmental listening and supportive ear. I strive to create that kind of a space in therapy.

I believe courageous steps often lead to resilience, and in turn, resilience makes it easier to take courageous personal steps in the future…

Don't wait to get the help you've been looking for. Just like everyone else, you deserve to feel well again. Getting started is often one of the toughest steps in therapy.

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