A therapist who listens — and shows up.
Therapy begins with listening. I know how meaningful it is to truly feel listened to, and understood, especially during life’s more difficult moments. My hope is to create a safe space for you without rushing to fix, without judgment, and without pressure to have it all figured out.
Meet Allison
I'm Allison Nairn, a collaborative, systems-based therapist practicing in Winnipeg. I hold a Master of Nursing (U of M) and a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (U of W), and I've spent most of my career working with people through deeply vulnerable moments — including years as a palliative care nurse.
This background has taught me the importance of listening closely and leaning into difficulty, rather than trying to rush past it. Over the years, I’ve learned that people carry more strength than they often realize.
As a parent of adult children, I've lived through many seasons of life that can lead people to therapy. My combined personal experiences and professional expertise provide a foundation to my genuine human understanding required for this work.
How I Work
As a systemic therapist, I look at the bigger picture. I'm curious about your relationships, your family patterns, your history, and how all of that connects to what's happening right now.
I see challenges as something that often exist within patterns , rather than within people. Most struggles don't happen in isolation. When we understand them in context, slow things down, and become curious about them, we can begin to understand what’s keeping things stuck and explore changes that feels more natural and sustainable.
In our work together, we'll move at a pace that feels right for you. We'll identify your strengths, explore the stories and patterns shaping your life, and build toward something more connected — for you, and for the relationships that matter most.
My Approach
My practice draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, including:
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Narrative Therapy
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Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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Internal Family Systems (IFS / Parts Work)
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
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Attachment Theory
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Circle of Security (attachment-based parenting program)
Master of Nursing (MN) · Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) · Trained Facilitator, Circle of Security
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