Offered through our 2SLGBTQIA+ Mental Health Initiative for Entrepreneurs, this peer group session, delivered by our trusted partner, Our Landing Place, is a space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect.
This session explores the unique challenges and strengths of being a 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneur in today’s political and economic climate. Together, we’ll unpack how to manage stress and anxiety, navigate the overwhelm of social media and online spaces, and find moments of queer joy by connecting with businesses and communities rooted in equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Whether you’re seeking support, solidarity, or just a moment of calm, you’re welcome here.
Session Facilitators:
Mackenzie specializes in queer-centered therapy and identifies as a Two Spirit and Indigiqueer person in Moh’kins’tsis (Calgary, Alberta), honoring the Treaty 7 territories. They use Indigenous ways of knowing in a holistic counselling approach, considering physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Mackenzie employs a strength-based, trauma-informed, client-centered, and non-judgmental lens, aiming to decolonize the counselling process and address the impacts of colonialism. They hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Bachelor of Social Work, and a master’s in clinical social work with a specialization in Trauma-Informed Practice. Mackenzie is a Registered Social Worker with experience working with Indigenous folks, children/youth in care, and 2SLGBTQ+ youth and adults, and enjoys supporting Two Spirit & Indigiqueer individuals .
Nina specializes in queer-centered therapy with an integrative approach, drawing from various theories to create a unique therapeutic experience for each client. She focuses on working with LGBTQ2IA+ and non-monogamous communities, using lived experience as a queer and poly ciswoman to provide deeper insight and support from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and affirming framework. Nina emphasizes creating a safe, open-minded, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, validated, and respected. Her goal is to empower clients to utilize their personal strengths, increase self-awareness, and make lasting changes to live a more fulfilling life.