Craig Wanless,  

To live life with joy, peace, purpose and passion. And laughing all the way. Music speaks to me and makes me feel alive and dance awakens my soul. Life is about experiences. And what better way to experience life and something new and exciting then to do it with friends, all committed to the same purpose.

As a teen I certainly looked for this. I sought it out in back alley break dance crews, gangs, the rave culture and anywhere else I thought I could find myself in. And while I may have felt a part of something, it was a band-aid fix. And the feeling never lasted. Which left me feeling frustrated, angry and alone. I know now that when I'm on purpose and committed to myself, I'm know who I am and I'm pumped to be sharing this amazing experience with all of you and can't wait for camp.

Melanie Ratard, BA, Registered Professional Counsellor,

You know that feeling you get when you feel totally at peace, and completely on fire… all at the same time? Bringing that into my life as much as possible is what it’s all about for me. I’m passionate about dancing, yoga, music, art and creating magical experiences. I love cycling, kayaking, hiking, camping –just about anything outdoors in nature.

I felt soooo lost as a teenager! I longed for someone or something to rescue me from the feeling that I just didn’t belong anywhere –that my loneliness would swallow me up. That struggle within myself became my call to seek –a call that has since led me through many rites of passage with many mentors. I’m stoked that you’re thinking about (or already have!) jumped on board this Teen Journey (it will truly be amazing)! I’m excited to now be a mentor myself and to be of service to you. See you at camp!

Richard Hahn,

As a shy and quiet teen, I watched other teens experience life while I sat on the sidelines where it was 'safe.' I witnessed outgoing peers who were willing to risk expressing themselves, seemingly free from fear of being judged. I often wished I could be like them, living my life large and expressing myself. I have been involved in expressive personal growth workshops for the last ten years. I do energy work, based on four years of learning Pranic healing in Canada and India. I blend this energy work modality with three years of transpersonal counselling training at Clearmind International, and am currently registering to become a certified as a registered professional counsellor. I have also studied acting and perform and record as a throat singer---a vocal technique which sounds much like a didgeridoo. I am excited to encourage confidence, joy and passion in all people.

Theresa Pasiechnyk,

In July of 2009 I graduated from the Transpersonal Psychology and Counseling Program through Clearmind International Institute. It was the memories of my own teenage struggles and the strong desire to help teens that inspired me to register for the counseling program in 2006.

I have a big love of life, which is fueled by humor, compassion, honesty and an authentic connection to those around me. I live my life by being and living the change that I would like to see in the world.
I am honored to be a part of Teen Journey and I fully bring my heart and my passion to the camp.