Braden is an Intern Counsellor at Navera, his final step in completing the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology program through Yorkville University. He also holds an undergrad degree in Psychology from the University of Saskatchewan. Braden loves working with and collaborating with people from all walks of life. His approaches to counselling are grounded in trauma-informed, person-centered, and solution-focused therapies.

Outside of his studies, Braden enjoys spending time in his garden and going on adventures with his two large dogs. In the summer months he can be found on a warm patio, with a coffee, good fiction book, and his cat.

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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.

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Alyson’s 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.

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Life can sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lonely. I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space to individuals, children, and couples where you feel heard and supported to navigate relationship challenges, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting, or other major life transitions. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor, Registered Social Worker, and Psychotherapist, I draw from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative, Solution-Focused, Strengths-Based, and Culturally responsive approaches. I tailor therapy to your unique needs and experiences, explore your emotions and feelings, and work collaboratively with you toward healing and growth in a way that feels right for you.

Outside of work, I am a mother of three boys and enjoy dancing, cooking, exercising, and gardening.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Mike is an Intern Counsellor at Navera, his final step in completing the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology program through Yorkville University. Mike enjoys working with a diverse variety of people as they work through their life challenges, helping to create positive changes in their lives. As an Intern Counsellor, Mike will be helping individuals, couples, and families through Rapid Access Counselling and ongoing counselling relationships. His work is guided by the principles of Person-Centered Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.

In his spare time, Mike enjoys spending quality time with family and friends. He also loves spending time outdoors with his two dogs Molly and Karma.

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