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Winnipeg Office
Nicole Beauchesne, O.T. Reg. (MB)
Director / Senior Occupational Therapist
Email: nicole@blockbuilding.ca
Nicole founded Block Building Therapies in 1998 and prides herself on establishing a reputable Occupational Therapy private practice with a speciality in neuro-rehabilitation, mental health services and complex medical management. She graduated in 1995 from the University of Alberta and has been practising in Manitoba since that time. Nicole is well known Canada-wide as a leading Occupational Therapist in the assessment and treatment of clients with traumatic brain injury. She also has a sub-speciality in the area of spinal cord injury rehabilitation including complex seating and mobility. Lastly, she is also referred to for clients with diverse and complex mental health challenges that preclude them from returning to work.
Nicole is bilingual in French and English services and manages her clinic team which is comprised of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Rehabilitation Support Workers and administrative staff. She is a proud member of COTM, MSOT and CAOT and also functions as an Investigator for COTM. She has also co-chaired and is a member of the Private Practice group. She is a sessional lecturer at the University of Manitoba for the Masters Occupational Therapy Program, as well as a speaker and presenter at conferences nation-wide.
Programs Nicole has launched within her clinic include Concussion Care Community Clinic (2013), the Exposure Therapy program (2020), the Driver Anxiety Program (2021) and the Adult ADHD program (2024).
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Winnipeg Office
Joanne van Munster
Operations Manager
Email: joanne@blockbuilding.ca
Joanne has been with Block Building Therapies since its inception and had worked as an administrative assistant since 1999. In 2013 Joanne became the Office Manager and she has recently been appointed to the position of Operations Manager in 2024. Joanne has extensive experience in the fields of administration, secretarial and customer service and has an integral role in managing all aspects of the business allowing BBT to run efficiently on a regular basis. Joanne also manages the Administrative Assistant position and handles payroll and accounts receivable/payable.
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Winnipeg Office
Ashlyn Bohonos, O.T. Reg. (MB)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Email: ashlyn@blockbuilding.ca
Ashlyn is an experienced clinician, working in her field for 15 years, she understands the complexity of working with clients, funders and the health team. Specializing in vocational rehabilitation, Ashlyn has training in concussion and persistent concussion management, cognitive rehabilitation, return to work planning and Long Covid management. Ashlyn prioritizes a client-centered approach and prides herself on building strong partnerships to ensure a successful and sustainable treatment outcome.
Ashlyn attends conferences and training workshops regularly and enjoys providing education to clients, their families and funders to support a collaborative approach to rehabilitation.
Ashlyn graduated from the University of Manitoba with her Master of Occupational Therapy in 2008. She is a Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP) provider.
Ashlyn is a member of COTM and CAOT.
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Winnipeg Office
Alison Rieger, O.T. Reg. (MB)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Email: alison@blockbuilding.ca
Alison is one of the senior therapists at Block Building Therapies, with ten years of clinical experience. She studied at the University of Manitoba, graduating with her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2010 and her Master of Occupational Therapy in 2013 and has been with our team since 2014.
Within Block Building Therapies, Alison provides consultation, assessment and treatment services to clients with a variety of ages and abilities, including Community Assessments, Hospital Discharge Planning and the facilitation of a successful Return to Work. Alison has been the lead therapist of BBT’s Driving Anxiety Program since its launch in 2021. Most recently, she has worked on the development and launch of the Adult ADHD Program in 2024, continuing to co-lead this program. On the back end, Alison also helps facilitate our media and marketing creation.
Alison is committed to lifelong professional development and regularly attends conferences and training workshops to expand her areas of knowledge and keep up to date on best practices.
Alison is a member of COTM and CAOT.
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Winnipeg Office
Tanya Neuert, O.T. Reg. (MB)
Occupational Therapist
Email: tanya@blockbuilding.ca
Tanya completed a Master of Occupational Therapy (2012) at the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Psychology, Honours (2008) at the University of Manitoba. She started her occupational therapy career in Vancouver in 2012 prior to moving back to Winnipeg and joining the Block Building Therapies team in 2016.
Tanya has always been passionate about holistic health and she uses a trauma-informed, mind-body-spirit approach to support her clients to recover from complex health conditions and heal from the inside out. She specializes in mental health, with a focus on Mindfulness, Behavioural Activation and Exposure Therapy.
She also has extensive practice skills and advanced training in the areas of complex pain management, somatic therapy, neurodiversity, cognitive rehabilitation, return to function, return to work and home assessment. She is a Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP) provider, a certified Intuitive Life Coach and a certified Yoga Instructor.
Tanya is a member of COTM and CAOT.
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Winnipeg Office
Dée-Ana Marion, O.T. Reg. (MB)
Occupational Therapist
Email: dee-ana@blockbuilding.ca
Dée-Ana graduated with a Master in Occupational Therapy in 2018 from the University of Manitoba and has been working at Block Building Therapies since 2020. Dée-Ana has a passion for Neurorehabilitation and is an advocate for her clients in the community. She believes in building a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation in assisting clients towards growth, balance, and positive change.
Dée-Ana’s commitment to professional development and continuing education has led her to complete courses and workshops in Neurorehabilitation, including certification training through Brock University and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT); educational sessions and workshops in wheelchair prescription, seating, and pressure management; home modifications, concussion, and Long Covid.
Dée-Ana has experience working in the areas of traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, concussion, and long-covid, focusing on Occupational Therapy treatment in these areas, hospital discharge planning, equipment prescription, housing assessments, and return to work.
Dée-Ana is a member of COTM and CAOT.
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Winnipeg Office
Sarah Brown, O.T. Reg. (MB)
Occupational Therapist
Email: sarah@blockbuilding.ca
Sarah Brown has been providing mental health occupational therapy services at Block Building Therapies since 2020. She holds a Master of Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Winnipeg. Sarah is particularly focused on the way that trauma, depression, and anxiety affect daily function, and believes that a healthy recovery depends on a quality of life characterized by a balance of productive, leisure, and self-care activities. After a solid functional foundation is achieved, Sarah guides clients towards a healthy, sustainable return to work or meaningful community engagement when returning to work is not the goal. Sarah uses both Behavioural Activation and Exposure Therapy techniques to help her clients progress. Sarah has an empathetic, trauma-informed, down to earth style and truly enjoys connecting with clients and being a part of their recovery journey.
Sarah is a member of COTM and CAOT.
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Winnipeg Office
Maxine Hébert Malo
Occupational Therapist
Email: maxine@blockbuilding.ca
Maxine Hébert Malo is an Occupational Therapist and a 2008 University of Manitoba Master’s degree graduate. Maxine is bilingual in French and English. She has experience as a Child and Adolescent Community Mental Health Worker with South Eastman Health/Santé Sud-est Inc., as well as volunteering at Klinic Crisis Line. She has experience doing personal care assessments, worksite/ergonomic assessments and impairment assessments.
Maxine is new to Block Building Therapies and provides Mental Health Services, specifically Exposure Therapy and the Behavioural Activation program. Maxine is passionate about learning various mental health therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She enjoys doing treatments with individuals in order to help them live a meaningful and purposeful life. She has a great interest in learning about the nervous system and teaching various coping mechanisms such as mindfulness and breathing exercises and how these techniques are beneficial to our wellbeing.
Maxine is a member of COTM and CAOT.
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Winnipeg Office
Jenna Bazin
Occupational Therapist
Email: jenna@blockbuilding.ca
Jenna graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Master in Occupational Therapy (2024). Jenna’s educational journey immersed her in diverse practice settings, shaping a rich and well-rounded foundation of knowledge. Jenna has training and education in neurorehabilitation, specifically brain injury. She is a new graduate passionate about making a difference and is inspired by her clients to facilitate positive change in their lives. Jenna is currently expanding her expertise through additional training and remains dedicated to continuous professional growth by actively pursuing ongoing educational opportunities. She has completed workshops on a variety of topics, including FASD, Relationships and Sexuality, Making Sense of Trauma, Reflecting on Cultural Bias: Indigenous Perspectives, and Making Organizations Accessible for People with Communication Disabilities.
Jenna’s primary specialization is in neurorehabilitation, with a particular emphasis on brain injury. Jenna is a member of COTM and CAOT.
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Winnipeg Office
Alexis (Alley) Herring
Occupational Therapist
Email: alexis@blockbuilding.ca
Alley graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology (2021) and a Master of Occupational Therapy (2024) from the University of Manitoba. Alley’s education has provided her with diverse clinical experiences, establishing foundational skills in occupational therapy practice with a strong focus on neurorehabilitation. Alley is passionate about empowering her clients to achieve meaningful progress in their lives and aims to always learn from her client’s experiences. She has completed workshops and conferences related to brain injury and upper extremity treatment. Alley is committed to ongoing professional growth and is continuously seeking opportunities to grow her expertise and knowledge.
Alley specializes in neurorehabilitation with a focus on brain injury.
Alley is a member of COTM and CAOT.
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Winnipeg Office
Chelsey Krepart, BHEc
Rehabilitation Support Worker
Email: chelsey@blockbuilding.ca
Chelsey holds a Bachelor Degree in Human Ecology, Family Studies with an Option in Aging and extensive experience in Exposure Therapy treatment. She supports clients of all ages and diverse recovery needs as a Rehabilitation Support Worker for Block Building Therapies.
Chelsey is equipped to provide safe and competent rehabilitative care to clients, and follow guidelines and programs set out by Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, and Physiotherapists. She has attended workshops highlighting fundamentals of exposure therapy in the treatment of anxiety disorders, dialectical behavior therapy and most recently completed the Intensive Workshop in Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD from the University of Pennsylvania. Chelsey strives to encourage community engagement and find creative strategies to support and strengthen clients in their recovery to their full potential.
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Winnipeg Office
James Check
Rehabilitation Support Worker
Email: james@blockbuilding.ca
James received his diploma in Advanced Remedial Massage Therapy in 2007. He also has secondary training in the management of Mental/Mood Disorders and Managing the Complexity of Traumatic Brain Injury symptoms. With Block Building Therapies, James focuses on providing support to clients with Traumatic Brain injuries.
James strives to empower each of his clients to achieve their fullest potential, allowing each person to learn and grow at their own pace in an open, supportive, judgement-free environment.
(She/Her)
Winnipeg Office
Laura Enns
Laura Enns, B.A., RMT
Administrative Assistant
Email: admin@blockbuilding.ca
Laura is the new administrative assistant for Block Building Therapies, working alongside the Operations Manager. Laura has a diverse educational and work background, including completing a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy and Psychology at the University of Manitoba, as well as completing her Diploma in Advanced Remedial Massage Therapy and her Adult Education Certification. She was previously successful in starting her own massage therapy business and working as an instructor and supervisor within the massage therapy program. Laura uses her health care/client service background and the organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills she has developed through her varied work/school experiences to help streamline office operations and contribute to the efficiency and success of the Block Building Team.
