Panelists:

• Jorden Matson

Jorden is an intern counsellor at Sea to Tree Health & Wellness, completing their Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She has spent several years working in both social services and as a first responder. Jorden believes that mental well-being is a vital part of overall health.

• Tyler Roach

Tyler is a Registered Clinical Counsellor at Sea to Tree Health & Wellness. He has been a nature preschool teacher, urban farmer, and teacher mentor with the Sooke Heartwood Learning Community, working with children and youth ages 2–18. Tyler has also volunteered with unhoused youth and adults, and youth in corrections. He believes strongly in meeting clients where they are at and creating a collaborative therapeutic space.

• Jenn Sivertson

Jenn is a dedicated Youth Navigator and Outreach Worker with Sooke Family Resource Society, where she has served since 2017 in various roles including HomeShare Coordinator and Family Development Worker. As a certified yoga and mindfulness instructor, Jenn brings a holistic approach to mental wellness, emphasizing the power of movement, mindset, and daily routines. She is passionate about helping individuals and families thrive by cultivating habits that support emotional and physical well-being.

Guest panelists with expertise in adult and seniors’ mental health will discuss anxiety, stress management, community resources, and respond to questions from the audience.

Panelists:

• Cheryl Holden

Cheryl is a Registered Nurse whose experience includes being Healthcare Manager at Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre, Coordinator of six Psychiatric Units at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, and Case Manager in homecare. She is currently nursing at Ayre Manor in Sooke.

• Rod Holt

Rod is a Canadian Forces veteran and former Executive Director of Sooke Options for Community Living Association (SOCLA). He is currently completing his practicum with Sea to Tree Health & Wellness Ltd. while pursuing his Master of Arts in Psychology and Counselling. Rod uses a variety of approaches tailored to each individual, whether that involves processing trauma, strengthening relationships, developing coping strategies, or building resilience.

• Janet Rayner Thorn

Janet is a registered MSW from UBC with over 30 years of practice providing clinical counselling, as well as corporate, medical, and academic consulting services. She has developed therapeutic intuition and wisdom over many years, recognizing that supporting clients to access their own deepest knowing and inner wisdom is the most effective method. Janet is currently a practitioner with Sea to Tree Health & Wellness Ltd.