Book an Appointment
Welcome to our online booking site
Registered Counsellors
If you are interested in booking an appointment with a registered counsellor or social worker, book here.
Intern Counsellors
We offer counselling sessions on a reduced fee basis for those with family income under $80,000. If you are interested in booking with one of our Intern Counsellors, book here.
Daniel Hooshmand MC, CCC
Daniel is a compassionate counsellor holding a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. Grounded in a trauma-informed, person-centered approach, he meets clients with empathy and understanding, creating a safe space for healing and growth. Daniel works with clients to explore questions of purpose and meaning, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and authenticity. With a diverse clientele, including adults, families, couples and at-risk children/youth, Daniel’s professional experience reaches across various life stages and contexts. Daniel tailors his approach to meet the unique needs of each individual, fostering deep connections and facilitating meaningful change.
Outside of counselling, Daniel finds fulfillment in his role as a husband and father as spending time with his wife and two girls brings him enjoyment and grounding.
Daniel is a compassionate counsellor holding a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. Grounde... Read More
Shae-Lynn Lafond
(She/Her/Hers)
MSW, RSW
Shae-Lynn is a registered social worker and holds a master’s in social work degree from University of Regina. Shae-Lynn is also certified in Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mental Health First Aid, and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training.
Shae-Lynn believes in a holistic approach to social work with emphasizing the importance of empathy, collaboration, cultural competence.
Outside of Shae-Lynn’s professional work, she enjoys playing with her two dogs, spending time at the lake, travelling, being with family, and binge-watching reality television shows.
Shae-Lynn is a registered social worker and holds a master’s in social work degree from Universit... Read More
Alyson Lauber
Alyson is completing her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. For many years, she has had the privilege of walking alongside people through some of life’s most meaningful and challenging moments. Her approach to counselling is grounded in deep listening, compassion, and a belief in the strength and wisdom people carry within themselves. She draws from a blend of client-centred, trauma-informed, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) approaches to support clients in finding clarity, healing, and a way forward that feels right for them.
Outside of her counselling work, Alyson enjoys spending time with her grown children and dog, Wally, reading a good book, and tending to her yard.
Alyson is completing her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. For many years, she has had t... Read More
Abdikarim Osman MACP, CCC
Abdikarim Osman (Abdi) is passionate about mental health. Abdi holds a master’s degree in counselling psychology. He believes that with the necessary support & resources, every human being has the potential to become the best version of themselves.
Abdi likes to work with clients from the client-centered approach with the understanding that every client is unique in their strengths & challenges. Abdi has experience working with families, couples, children, adolescents & youth. Abdi enjoys empowering clients to utilize their strengths in addressing their challenges. Abdi uses integrative & holistic counseling approaches while working with clients.
Abdi is also a father of two lovely sons. He enjoys reading fiction & poetry and playing soccer. In his free time, Abdi likes spending time with his wife and children.
Abdikarim Osman (Abdi) is passionate about mental health. Abdi holds a master’s degree in counsel... Read More
Amanda Palmer
Amanda is a student counsellor who is completing her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. She works from a person-centered and mindfulness-based approach. Amanda believes in creating a warm, supportive environment where clients feel truly heard and respected, and she strives to meet each person with compassion, curiosity, and non-judgment. Amanda focuses on helping individuals cultivate a deeper connection with their inner selves—gaining insight into their thoughts, emotions, and patterns—so they can approach life’s challenges with greater clarity, self-compassion, and resilience. Through this process, clients often discover new ways to respond rather than react, make empowered choices aligned with their values, and build a stronger sense of inner peace and personal strength. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, relaxing at the lake, reading a good book, and getting out on the golf course whenever she can.
Amanda is a student counsellor who is completing her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. S... Read More
Joel Povey MC, CCC
Joel enjoys collaborating with a variety of people as they learn to observe and makes sense of their challenges and life vision. Based on people’s strengths and supports, Joel works to empower meaningfully experimentation with thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Joel values making therapy accessible and effective through his work with Navera’s Rapid Access Counselling for adults, families, and couples. His counselling work in this area draws upon Trauma Informed, Person-Centered, Strengths-Based and Solutions Focused Brief Therapy.
Joel is a husband and father of three who values quality time and being outdoors and active. He also loves listening and getting creative with music.
Joel enjoys collaborating with a variety of people as they learn to observe and makes sense of th... Read More
Community Program Facilitator
Community Program Facilitators deliver group programming to children, youth and caregivers to support family well-being. See below to register for our current offerings. If cost is a barrier to your child’s participation, please call us at 306.244.7773 to discuss funding options.
Community Program Facilitators deliver group programming to children, youth and caregivers to sup... Read More
Select a session
from the list on the left
to view available appointment times

Need Help? 3062447773 reception@navera.org