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Journey To Wellness

At the heart of Brandon, Manitoba, the Lighthouse Wellness Centre stands as a testament to the vision and dedication of its founders, Jenny Steele and Luanne Rae. This dynamic duo has not only brought their dreams to life but has also nurtured a thriving wellness community in the process.

Jenny Steele, a passionate advocate for holistic well-being, boasts a background rooted in various healing modalities. Armed with a degree in Psychiatric Nursing, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Lighthouse Wellness Centre. Luanne Rae, her business partner and co-owner, shares a similar professional background as a registered Psychiatric Nurse. Luanne contributes her unique perspective to the holistic wellness landscape, working with clients of all ages. Her dynamic knowledge and education in all developmental stages of life includes a special interest in family health. Their combined background in traditional healthcare, coupled with a deep appreciation and education in alternative therapies and holistic mental health care, has played a pivotal role in shaping the services offered at Lighthouse Wellness Centre.

As Jenny and Luanne recognized a need in the community for diverse approaches to wellness, their business rapidly expanded. They attribute this growth to their belief that things happen for a reason, coupled with the contributions of their exceptional team. Jenny and Luanne hold each staff member in high regard, valuing their big hearts, unique characteristics, and wealth of knowledge and education. This collective ethos has significantly contributed to the growth of Lighthouse Wellness Centre.

At Lighthouse Wellness Centre, clients can access a range of services, including traditional counseling and diverse options such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Therapeutic Play, Alternative Healing, Vagal Toning, Child Behaviour Consultation and Parent Coaching, Family and Individual Mediation and Debriefs, Community Support Liaison, Trauma Informed Yoga, Resilience Training, Tapping (EFT), Brainspotting, MiCBT, and Psychological Testing. These services cater to individuals, groups, and organizations alike, and the center boasts a team of 11 practitioners dedicated to supporting clients on their wellness journey.

Lighthouse Wellness Centre addresses common struggles such as anxiety, depression, physical ailments and pain, conflict, ADHD, addictions, identity exploration, gender dysphoria, stress, trauma, grief, anger, family concerns, postpartum and parenting struggles, and various other mental health conditions. Understanding the challenges of navigating the mental health system, Lighthouse offers support to clients at any stage of their healing journey, providing a safe and welcoming environment amidst life’s complexities.

The commitment of Lighthouse Wellness Centre to holistic well-being is evident in its diverse range of therapeutic services, offering individuals a comprehensive toolkit for achieving mental, emotional, and spiritual balance. By embracing a holistic approach to healing, Lighthouse Wellness Centre continues to guide individuals toward wellness, serving as a safe harbor amidst life’s challenges.

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