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About Us

Our mission is to provide the access to and subsidies for evidence-informed, animal-assisted and nature based mental health and wellness supports and services to individuals with mental health challenges and their families, caregivers, and staff. These will include counselling, psychoeducation and professional development to support positive mental health and wellness, to foster healthy relationships and connections, and to build greater resilience and a sense of hope for individuals and communities.

Nurtured By Nature Mental Health and Wellness Society offers a variety of trauma informed traditional and holistic therapeutic modalities, as well as professional development opportunities that integrate land-based learning across the programs. All of the offerings are facilitated by certified professionals with many years of experience in their respective fields.

Our Values

These values represent what we believe in and stand for at NBN. They guide our work and help us fulfill our purpose. We believe in and practice…

Compassion - We will demonstrate compassion by respecting and appreciating each other, our clients, our equine and nature-based partners, those we collaborate with and all living things. Compassion is a driving force for our work and how we show our humanity.

Integrity – We will act in a trustworthy, open, honest and ethical way holding ourselves accountable for ensuring NBN maximizes its impact.

Connection - We welcome everyone in a safe, accepting environment based on belonging, diversity and community. We believe that healing and well-being happen through authentic, respectful and nurturing relationships.

We serve Calgary and surrounding areas including Okotoks, High River, Diamond Valley, the M.D. of Foothills and Rocky View County.

Our Board Of Directors

Nicole Bowerman-Chair

Nicole brings to the role many years of retail experience, business development, customer relations and team building with the intention it helps bring clarity, guidance and joy to her new position.

Nicole has been a keen supporter of both Women in Need Society (WINS) as well as Dogs With Wings.

She is an avid creator and learner. Knitting, furniture refinishing, lino print making, and anything creative!

Nicole equally loves animals as well as new adventures. She is excited to be part of this new one!

Chanel Scheepers-Secretary

Chanel recognizes that mental health is essential for overall well-being.

She is thrilled to be part of this initiative to bring more access to those who wish to achieve a healthy lifestyle through nature.

She enjoys travelling, fitness, spending time with her Doberman, and is in the process of learning how to play the piano.

Nicole Lansdell-Director

Nicole lives and works on a multi generational family ranch in the foothills of SW Alberta.

She is most at home in the herd, or in amongst her bee hives - or on horseback.

She has been on a few "Not For Profit" boards in the past.

She has an interest in helping people - and believes that holistic mental wellness should be available to all.

Lana Dunn-Director

Lana Dunn has been a Registered Psychologist in Alberta since 2001 and is also a Certified Executive Coach.

She has worked in healthcare for many years, as well as in leadership development, supervision, and training.

Lana is passionate about working through a trauma informed lens no matter the role she is in, and deeply believes in the healing power of nature.

Lana is a wife and mom of three, and in her spare time loves to cook for her family, bake, golf, read and travel.

Mary Ellen Baldwin-Director

Mary Ellen is a retired Registered Psychologist who worked at the Alberta Children's Hospital for a total of 38 years, finishing in 2020.

During her years there she specialized in working with children with developmental disorders, child and youth mental health and assessment and diagnosis of children with severe prenatal and postnatal adverse exposures. Her practice was evidence based and trauma informed.

Mary Ellen has been deeply involved for 12 years as a paddler with a breast cancer survivor dragon boat team and has also been an active board member with this group.

Mary Ellen has also spent time volunteering with a dog rescue organization in Calgary.

Besides family and friends, fitness and outdoor activity is a big part of Mary Ellen's life.

Catherine Yates-Director

Catherine is a social worker and community volunteer whose career has focused on building
capacity in the non-profit sector through research, program leadership, case management, fund
development and strategic communications.

Catherine holds a Masters of Social Work in International & Community Development from the University of Calgary, and is working toward certification in Equine-Facilitated Wellness. She
believes deeply in the healing power of nature and human-animal connections.

Catherine loves to dig into a good book, enjoy the outdoors and spend time with family and
friends.

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