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Trauma and Abuse Counselling Centre
Niels Christensen
Through his work as a registered acupuncture therapist, Niels has encountered many survivors of abuse and as a result, he feels strongly about the importance of accessible professional counselling. When he is not working, Niels enjoys time with his family and friends, hiking, camping, cycling and weird movies.
Marg Heald
Marg has been involved with the society for many years and is passionately committed to ensuring the availability of professional counselling for survivors of trauma and abuse. She appreciates the beauty and tranquility of her island home, time with family and friends, reading, gardening and hiking forest trails.
Maxine Donald
Impressed with the dedication and commitment of her fellow board members and volunteers Maxine is a long standing member of the finance and policy committees. In 2004 Maxine and her husband moved to Campbell River where they continue to enjoy brisk walks and a laid back island lifestyle.
Tracey Devito
Tracey worked in various capacities with survivors of abuse-related trauma. She believes that the Society plays a vital role in restoring people to believe in their wholeness, value and to break the cycle of violence. She enjoys living in Campbell River, music, art, family, and hot summer days.
Joyce Carson
As an entrepreneur and long term resident of Campbell River Joyce appreciates the opportunity to support her community. She believes we are fortunate to have a dedicated team locally to provide counselling to mitigate the negative impacts of trauma. She loves travelling, time with family, friends, gardening and being outdoors.
Rayna Nalleweg
Through a varied career in the social service sector Rayna has worked with many people who have experienced the negative impacts of unresolved trauma. Through her involvement with the Society Rayna supports professional and affordable counselling. In her free time she enjoys an active lifestyle, family and travel.
Joan Bond
Joan believes in strong communities and the significant value counselling provides. For many years she volunteered for her local community association and after retiring from a neighbouring counselling organization she joined the NISHS board. Joan is an avid vegetable gardener who enjoys family and friends, walking, singing and curling.
Email: contact@nishs.ca
625 D 11th Avenue,
Campbell River, BC, V9W 4G5
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The North Island Survivors' Healing Society is situated in the unceded territory of the Ligwiłda'xw people the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum and Kwiakah First Nations. It is our honour to serve the people who live within the territory of these proud Nations. We do so with gratitude for the people of Ligwiłda'xw We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum and Kwiakah and for the use of these lands. We respect the land on which we perform business by offering a public and inclusive space that is committed to healing and that recognizes and acknowledges local struggles.
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