Facilitators

Nikoo Nikepeikaran

Facilitator

Nikoo is a self-taught artist and an art practitioner based in Vancouver. Canada.

Nikoo uses art as a therapeutic tool to help people of different ages.
Nikoo uses layers of products including acrylic paint, ink, gouache, and gold and silver leaf.
All the elements in nature are her inspiration.

Alleah Bowring

Facilitator

My name is Alleah and I am a Masters of Counselling Art Therapy student at Adler University. I love working with all types of art media including pottery, paint, and digital media. I have taught yoga to youth and people of all ages for the past 5 years, and I love to be in nature and learn new things through finding adventure in life!

Paige Wagner

Facilitator

My name is Paige. I love art making, DIY, and storytelling, and I'm particularly fascinated by how these can impact and improve our mental health and well-being. I am a Master of Counselling Art Therapy student at Adler University, and I can't wait to start making art with you!

Ciska Jans

Facilitator

I am a student at Adler University, studying Master of Counseling Psychology: Art Therapy. I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts at KPU in 2022. I am active in my community by working with young women in the downtown east side. My favourite form of art is embroidery, and painting, I love the repetitive aspect of it and how calming it can be and I love to go on nature walks with my cat!!

Lacey Prososki

Facilitator

I am a graduate student in the Counselling Psychology: Art Therapy program at Adler University. I received my Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting and printmaking, with a minor in psychology from Oregon State University in 2021. My main passions include art-making of all kinds and community care - outside of that - hiking, swimming, and trying new foods!

Mahi Akef

Facilitator

I was born in Iran and did my bachelor's in Urban planning. I decided to immigrate to achieve my goals, and currently, I am studying Master of administrative science at Fairleigh Dickinson university. I am very interested in sports, painting, yoga, and listening to music. I am honored to be a member of the Low Entropy team.

Neda Azimi

Facilitator

As a psychology student Neda is eager about growing and contributing to the community through supporting our future society and helping them to achieve their full potential while having satisfaction and fulfillment in their life.

Natasha Lee

Facilitator

Hi, my name is Natasha. Art-making has always been a passion of mine and it has been a big part of my healing journey. Before I began studying art therapy at the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute (VATI), I was involved in the field of global public health nutrition where I had the opportunity to engage with a variety of cultures across the world. At the same time, I had been working as a freelance illustrator and still do. My love for creative expression eventually brought me to consider a middle ground between my experiences and interests: guiding others to find health and healing through art-making.

Kristen Thompson

Facilitator

"I am currently a student art therapist and hold both a BA and MA in Psychology. I am passionate about creativity and how it can be used to develop self-compassion, foster healing, and create connections with oneself and others. I am also actively engaged in the community working towards creating safe inclusive spaces for self-exploration through art."

Jodie Haraga

My name is Jodie. I am a mother, educator, facilitator, and learner. I am a student art therapist working towards an Advanced Diploma at the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute. I am passionate about community building, personal wellness, and lifelong learning. I look forward to making self-love dolls with you soon.