Meet
Gillian’s
TherapyAnimals, Cecil and Mulder
Cecil is a sweet, goofy, and gentle three-year-old bearded dragon! When he’s not lounging under his heat lamp, you might find him perched happily on a shoulder, taking in the view, or going on a treasure hunt through the therapy room with curious delight.
Mulder, also three years old, brings warmth, curiosity, and a dose of comedic relief to the therapy room. His sweet personality and silly antics help put people at ease, creating a space that feels a little lighter while offering comfort, connection, and opportunities for laughter.
Gillian King
Gillian King is an art therapist and psychotherapist at Lil’ Steps Wellness in Winnipeg, MB. She supports children, teens, adults, and older adults (65+) who are navigating life transitions, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, burnout, and feelings of isolation. Her goal is to create a warm, creative, and empowering space where clients can find relief, inspiration, and connection.
Gillian draws on a range of approaches, including art therapy, play-based therapy, animal-assisted therapy, psychotherapy and EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), letting her clients guide the choice of methods that resonate most with them. Gillian aims to create a welcoming and empowering environment where clients can find inspiration, reduce stress, and navigate life’s challenges.
Gillian’s practice is trauma-informed, client-centered, and rooted in the belief that healing happens when we honour our strengths, stories, and self-expression.
Art Therapist and Psychotherapist; MFA, DTATI, RCAT, CRPO
(RP Qualifying)
She has extensive experience working with individuals living with physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities, including dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s disease. Sessions are tailored to each person’s unique needs and may take place in person, virtually, or through home and site visits - including schools, long-term care homes, retirement residences, and healthcare settings.
Gillian is currently in the process of becoming an animal-assisted therapist and shares her office with a beloved animal co-therapist - Cecil, a curious and gentle three-year-old bearded dragon.