
Meet Our Team
Hi, I’m Shauna, and I’ve had the privilege of serving the Grande Prairie community for over 20 years in various human services roles. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work and am registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers. I am also licensed in British Columbia and currently welcoming BC clients across both AB and BC virtually or in person at my Fort St. John or Grande Prairie offices.
Life can feel wildly unbalanced — work, kids, money, relationships, expectations — all pulling you in different directions. You may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to shift. I help individuals and couples slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
What clients often appreciate about working with me is that while we absolutely explore thoughts and emotions, our work always leads to tangible action. I believe therapy should offer more than insight — it should provide clear, practical steps you can actually use. You can expect to leave sessions with concrete strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
I use evidence-based approaches only, with advanced training in trauma therapy (ART), Gottman Couples Therapy, ADHD, anxiety, and CBT, and Sex Therapy. Whether we’re working on healing from past experiences, strengthening your relationship, or changing unhelpful thought patterns, my goal is to equip you with tools you can rely on long after therapy ends.
. If you’re looking for a therapist who blends warmth, empathy, and validation with a clear, actionable plan for change, I would be honoured to support you.
Please visit my FAQ page for more information about my education, specialties, and training.

Shauna Bohnke, MSW, RSW
Hello, I’m Marie, and I bring over 20 years of experience serving the Northern Alberta area in various capacities. I’m also proud to be the only certified Diabetes Support Counsellor in the region. My approach is to ensure that you always leave our sessions feeling empowered and with a clear plan in place to work toward your goals.
I’m trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, ADHD, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, to name just a few. I tailor these evidence-based techniques to meet your unique needs and help you create lasting change.
I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) and am licensed with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
My commitment is to ensure that every client leaves our sessions with the support, skills, and confidence they need to move forward in their personal growth. If you're ready to make meaningful changes in your life, I’d be honored to support you on that journey.

Marie Lawson, MACP

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