Psychotherapy Team

Josee Wright - RPN Psychotherapist

Josee is a Nurse Psychotherapist registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Throughout her professional journey, Josee has gained experience in various care environments, including frontline nursing, clinical instruction, and classroom teaching.

She has worked in remote northern communities such as Thompson, MB, and Whati, NW. Over the years, through a blend of professional training and personal experiences, Josee has closely collaborated with local Indigenous communities. She provides psychotherapy, educational workshops, and reiki services, and has worked alongside Indigenous elders offering support and assistance during traditional ceremonies.

Recently, she was honored with the gift of two eagle feathers. Josee has developed a unique skill set that allows her to connect with clients in a heartfelt ,intuitive, and grounded way. She offers a non-judgmental presence, embracing whateverarises with acceptance. Having embarked on her own path of self-healing and transformation, Josee has learned that facing her own darkness and overcoming her wounds is the most effective means of supporting others in their struggles.

Josee has profound personal experience with intergenerational trauma, having been both a bully and a victim, and has faced tragic events that affected her and her family. Josee has witnessed medical miracles, serendipitous moments, and complex relationships, navigating both sides of the spectrum. She is knowledgeable about codependency, addictions, ineffective communication, spiritual bypassing, and both conscious and unconscious parenting, including the journey of re-parenting her inner child. These experiences empower Josee to connect with her clients in a deeply authentic and meaningful way, ensuring that their healing and liberation journey is shared with someone who has walked a similar sacred path.

Having experienced pain herself, she has reclaimed her spirit and gathered the wisdom necessary for deep healing and transformation, reshaping her life, relationships, and purpose.

It is her honour to accompany you on your sacred journey.

On her journey along the red road, Josee treasures the precious time she shares with her husband and their two wonderful children. Family and friends occupy a special spot in her heart. She has a deep passion for the great outdoors, where she immerses herself in nature and explores indigenous cultures and lifestyles.

Red Arrow is so proud to welcome Josee to the team!

Deanna Ward - Registered Social Worker Psychotherapist

Deanna is a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist who was born, raised, and educated in Thunder Bay. She has been practicing social work for the past thirty-four years, graduating from Lakehead University with a Bachelor of Arts and Honours Bachelor of Social Work degree. Her entire career has focused on working with children, youth, and their families. She has provided social work and psychotherapy services to a wide array of clients, including those who have special needs, developmental and neurodiversity challenges.

Deanna is passionate about healthy child and family development, inclusivity, advocacy and supporting others to be the best version of themselves. She has an extensive knowledge of local and provincial service systems and is an effective navigator. Deanna practices from a trauma-informed, child and family centric lens. She loves to connect with kids and families in a safe, fun and non-judgemental way to help improve their mental health, enhance their quality of life, and achieve their full potential. She is honoured to join others on their life journey through her involvement with the Red Arrow Wellness team!

Outside of her work, Deanna loves being a mom to her three fabulous, grown children and grandma to her three grandkids. She loves to bake, read, play boardgames, travel and spend time at the lake.

Deanna is excited to join the RAW team and is inspired by the vision and scope of services and support we will provide together.

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