Dr. Alise Gaiser is a family physician and owner of The Wellness Clinic in Brandon, Manitoba, where she leads a collaborative, team-based approach to care that focuses on the whole person—not just symptoms.

She is passionate about creating a healthcare experience that feels connected, supportive, and empowering. By integrating medical care with mental health and allied health services, Dr. Gaiser helps patients better understand their health and build practical, sustainable plans that fit their lives.

Her clinical interests include women’s health, hormone health, and mental health, as well as supporting families navigating anxiety, ADHD, and behavioral challenges in children. She focuses on helping patients get to the root of concerns like fatigue, overwhelm, and hormonal changes—so they can move forward with clarity and confidence.

As both a physician and a mom of two young children, Dr. Gaiser understands the realities of balancing health, family, and a full life. She brings that perspective into her care, meeting patients where they’re at and working alongside them every step of the way.

Dr. Jenilee Misko is a dedicated family physician originally from Roblin, Manitoba, who brings a unique blend of expertise and warmth to her practice. Growing up on a farm, she values the importance of community and family, regularly returning to her roots twice a month to see patients and lend a hand during seeding and harvest. This connection to her upbringing informs her compassionate approach to healthcare.

Dr. Misko's journey in medicine began with a scholarship for baseball at Dakota State University, where she honed her skills both on and off the field. She then pursued her Doctor of Medicine degree at St. Martinus University and completed her family medicine residency in Brandon. Her diverse experiences enrich her understanding of the challenges faced by her patients.

Known for her laid-back demeanor and easygoing nature, Dr. Misko excels at putting her patients at ease. Her empathetic approach ensures that everyone feels heard and cared for, allowing for a supportive environment that fosters open communication.

A certified menopause specialist, Dr. Misko has a deep passion for women’s health and mental health, recognizing the critical interplay between physical and emotional well-being. She is committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered care that empowers individuals to lead healthier lives. With her combination of professional expertise and genuine compassion, Dr. Misko is a trusted advocate for her patients in every stage of life.

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. E. Amadi to our primary care team! Originally from the UK, Dr. Amadi brings extensive experience in all areas of primary care, with a special focus on primary prevention, chronic disease management, musculoskeletal health and dermatology. As he settles into life in Canada, Dr. Amadi is eager to complement our team and provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to help you achieve your health goals.

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Akpan to our primary care team! Originally from the UK, Dr. Akpan brings extensive experience in all areas of primary care. As he settles into life in Canada, Dr. Akpan is eager to complement our team and provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to help you achieve your health goals.

Hi! I am Dr Marsha Giesbrecht, I practice Emergency Medicine at the Brandon Regional Health Center. I also joined the Wellness Clinic in 2023, where I share a passion for Women’s Health along with my colleagues. I currently focus on cervical cancer and STI screening.

I completed my Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Manitoba in 2017 and then moved to Brandon to complete my Family Medicine residency with specialized training in Emergency Medicine, finishing in 2020.

My career interests are in Acute Care, Women’s Health and medical student/resident teaching. Outside of work I love to spend time with my husband (Vic), my son (Maverick) and our dog (Buck). I love to workout at Rocked Community Fitness, I love fashion (which comes with a shopping addiction) and I love to travel, anywhere in the world!


 I look forward to seeing you at the Wellness Clinic!

My name is Candace Little.

I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Manitoba in 2009. I currently practice in the areas of Women’s Health and Pediatric physiotherapy including pediatric pelvic health. I have been lucky enough to experience working in both the Southern and Northern areas of Manitoba and have experience with clients aged 0-100. I have worked with pediatric clients since 2011 and gained an interest in both women’s health and pediatric pelvic health following the birth of my own 3 children.

All 3 children brought a different pregnancy and birthing experience which has provided me with first-hand knowledge of issues surrounding pre, peri, and post-natal health including both vaginal and cesarean deliveries, as well as the gaps in education and preparation for this major event. In 2018, I was fortunate enough to begin my pelvic health journey and my interest has only grown since. My love for pediatrics has led me to further my knowledge of pediatric pelvic health including persistent bedwetting as well as bowel and bladder dysfunction.

I hope to expand my knowledge in the future to include pelvic health for those who have experienced trauma, trans and gender diverse clients, as well as physiotherapy intervention for breastfeeding-related conditions.

Pelvic floor treatment for women will include an intake questionnaire to better understand your pelvic floor dysfunction and goals for treatment, a discussion with your physiotherapist about the questionnaire, and a physical exam to look at body movement, and breathing. This may include an internal exam. Pediatric pelvic floor appointments will include an intake questionnaire and detailed history-taking with treatment focused on the goals identified. Pediatric intervention (unrelated to the pelvic floor) will include a detailed interview to determine physiotherapy goals and treatment.

Hello, I am Meagan Maksuta. I am excited to join the team at The Wellness Clinic.

I graduated from the University of Manitoba in 2013 with a Bachelors Degree in Physiotherapy. I have ten years of experience working with a variety of clientele at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. My passion is Neurological and Geriatric Rehabilitation. I am experienced at completing home assessments with complex clients to ensure a sustainable plan. I have additional training in Fall Prevention, NDT (neurodevelopment treatment) and LSVT BIG Therapy (Lee Silverman Voice Treatment) for Parkinson’s Disease.

Often facing barriers in the public health care system, I am excited to offer therapy in client’s homes to address the critical gaps in care. Too often, older adults suffer a disabling fall that could have prevented with a physiotherapy assessment and environmental modifications. Additionally, patients have been required to remain in hospital for access to proper rehabilitation. I believe these gaps can be filled with home physiotherapy, allowing adults to successfully age in place and live their lives to the fullest.

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors camping, hiking, running or just chasing my kids around the park. I find all aspects of life more enjoyable when served with coffee.

My name is Kim.

I have a keen interest in neurodevelopment, cognition, sensory processing and self-regulating within the context of neurodivergence and complex trauma.

I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Winnipeg in 2011 and Masters of Occupational Therapy from the University of Manitoba in 2013. Since graduating, I have worked in a large variety of practice settings (hospital inpatients, outpatients, community) including both physical and mental health conditions across the lifespan.

The bulk of my experience has been supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental or psychiatric conditions – including (but not limited to): ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety/Depression, PTSD, and complex trauma.  Many individuals with difficulties in self-regulating struggle to participate in simple tasks of daily life– such as bathing, using the toilet, sleeping, eating and socializing. This often has to do with our ability to intentionally shift between functional nervous system states – skills that are largely developed during the first several years of life.

The focus of assessment and intervention planning would be to investigate how the environment, the task, and the individual’s neurological stress response interact together. Strategies can be helpful for individuals at any age, however, at this time my focus will be regarding pre-school age children. My services would be beneficial for children 6 and under experiencing any of the following:

-difficulties potty training

-resistance to transition to solid foods

-difficulties falling asleep

-difficulties with sharing or playing with others

-difficulties transitioning from one activity to another

-avoidance of certain sounds, light, or busy environments

-difficulties sitting still or paying attention

Hello, My name is Cristy Dourado and I was born and raised in Northern Manitoba. I carry these small town values with me everyday, the values of hard work, sense of community where everyone has a seat at the table and my personal value that everyone is entitled to feel at their best self and thrive to a greater wellness. I have been a foster parent for the last fifteen years, and proudly received Guardianship of our Indigenous children. We also have three boys who keep us on our toes and our family is centered on kindness and laughter always.

I am honoured and grateful to follow two groundbreaking, innovative, trail blazers that are prioritizing holistic health in an accessible and safe place. It's a privilege to stand beside my esteemed colleagues to serve our community and get better together.

My whole life has been a record of being drawn into the helping fields. This included being a camp counselor in my summers, volunteering at our personal care home feeding and playing cards with the elderly, working with young children that needed extra support as well as youth that had complex mental health issues until I graduated with my Psychiatric Nursing Degree. It is within that academic scope that I have had the opportunity to build my professional skills for the last thirteen years in the private, non profit and acute government sectors whether these were individual sessions, group sessions or being a trainer for staff, with the ultimate goal of helping children and adults get unstuck and moving forward towards their imagined life. I did this together with my clients as I quickly understood that the currency of trustworthiness, being non judgemental, respectfulness at all times, being a present and listening in ways that matter to people, and using shared communication that could be life changing for people in places and spaces they needed the confidence and skills to feel safe and build a better self.

I believe in being genuine, using a relationship based approach and firmly believe in a client's ability to get better on their own terms. All this becomes a powerful catalyst and motivator for meaningful and desired change.

Take a chance on yourself and walk through the door.

Hi! My name is Crystal Klassen.

I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor(CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, and hold a Master of Education in Counselling.

I’ve worked in the Westman area for over 18 years in the Public School System, with the majority of that time being in the role of a School Counsellor.

My professional experience has allowed me to work with many children, teens, and young adults specializing in the areas of trauma, parent/child relationships, anxiety, depression, school difficulties, and crisis intervention.

I am very proud and fortunate to be a part of this amazing team of women and looking forward to working to support all my clients.

Hello my name is Greg, and I was born and raised in Brandon.

I have worked in the social services field for 25 years in a variety of capacities.

I worked eight years as an Intake Worker at a local primary care clinic and the last twelve years as a Social Worker with the Manitoba Government. With this work I provide intensive case management to individuals who have both cognitive/intellectual disabilities and lengthy criminal foot prints.

I have gained extensive experience and have an interest in providing support in the areas of crisis intervention, conflict resolution, relationship difficulties along with keen interest in working with individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities and supporting families and loved ones who are impacted by the same.

I look forward to working with The Wellness Clinic team to help our clients, achieve optimum, health, and happiness.

Hello, my name is Shane. I am a registered psychiatric nurse with nearly 20 years of clinical experience. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in pyschiatric nursing fron Brandon University in 2006. My expertise includes psychiatric assessments, crisis intervention, and psychoeducation, integrated with talk therapy. I draw from CBT, psycho-dynamic frameworks and I have an extensive background in teaching DBT skills and DBT therapy. I have worked closely with individuals with BPD, mood disorders, co-occuring disorders and anxiety disorders.

My goal is to create a safe non-judgemental space where inidviduals can regain balance and control of their lives in a more effective way.

Hi, my name is Cassidy. I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). You may recognize me, as I completed my practicum with the clinic, and I am thrilled to be taking this next step in my career in such a supportive and welcoming environment.

I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered Therapy (PCT) in my approach to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight, and develop effective coping skills.

Hi, my name is Aurelie.

I am a Mental Health Consultant and Wellness Practitioner at The Wellness Clinic in Brandon, Manitoba. Internationally trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in Paris, France, I bring extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families navigating emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges.

My work focuses on mental health education, consultation, and supportive care, with particular interests in anxiety and mood disorders, ADHD, neurodevelopmental conditions, and supporting young people through major life transitions. I also have training in working with adolescents and young adults experiencing complex mental health concerns, as well as perinatal mental health.

I offer compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-informed support, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe, respectful, and accessible space for individuals and families. While my Canadian medical credentials are currently under evaluation, I am committed to serving the Brandon community and look forward to expanding my scope of practice in the future.