Meet Our Team
At Lumen Psychology, we value skilled, competent, and ethical practitioners who provide evidence-based care. We hold ourselves to high standards so that we can provide excellent and quality care for our clients.
Amy Stensrud is a Registered Psychologist (#1071) with a warm and authentic approach to working with children, teens, and adults. She strives to create an environment in both counselling and assessment where people feel comfortable, valued, and seen – a place where they can relax and be themselves. Amy tailors her counselling approach to each individual, including a thoughtful blend of solution-focused approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing. Amy has experience working with children, youth, and adults on a wide range of issues, including (but not limited to): *Anxiety and panic * Body image * Depression * Stress * Life & career transitions * Addiction * ADHD * * Suicidal ideation * Relationships * Self-harm * Behavioural Concerns * Self Esteem * Emotional Regulation Amy also provides diagnostic assessment for children, teens, and adults for a variety of concerns, including Learning Disorders, Intellectual Disabilities, ADHD, and Anxiety or Mood Disorders. Following assessment, Amy will provide you with a detailed report, complete with recommendations, and will spend time with you to make sure you understand the results and are able to get all of your questions answered. Amy is Registered with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists, with Authorized Practice Endorsement, which means she is able to diagnose psychological disorders. She is a member of the Psychology Association of Saskatchewan and holds a Masters of Education in Educational Psychology.
Lisa Hoffart is a Registered Psychologist (#1049) and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant. Whether you are someone wanting to improve your mental health and wellness for day-to-day functioning, or an athlete training to have your best performance, Lisa can help. While all individuals experience challenges and struggles, Lisa believes that everyone has the ability to navigate these challenges in a way that prioritizes their own mental health, wellness, and performance. Lisa takes a holistic and compassionate approach to build a therapeutic foundation of openness and safety. Lisa will strive to help you understand and discover the tools and strategies to move forward, and to emphasize your existing strengths and knowledge. Lisa utilizes a holistic approach to client mental health and wellness, utilizing a collaborative and client centered care model . A variety of approaches are incorporated, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness based therapy. Lisa works with clients who are dealing with: * Anxiety * Depression * Trauma * Life Transitions * Stress * Self Esteem * Performance Enhancement * Athlete Mental Health Lisa also works with athletes and other high performing individuals. Lisa has worked with Olympians, Paralympians, national team athletes, varsity athletes, Canada Games athletes, and developmental and grassroots athletes. Lisa strives tohelp athletes and teams develop a variety of performance skills. Lisa is registered with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists and is also a member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association.
Richie is a Registered Psychologist (Provisional, #1226) with over 10 years of experience working in public education; having worked with students and families in both urban and rural settings, as well as students while they are receiving care in hospital. Richie holds Bachelor of Music Education (B.Mus.Ed.) and Master of Education (M.Ed.) degrees from the University of Regina and is a member of the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists. Richie's therapeutic work is based on the humanist approach. Richie looks beyond your current concern and seeks to understand you as a whole person. Richie understands we exist in a diverse, multicultural world; and that for each of us our unique identity can be a source of both strength and stress. It is through this lens that he engages in work together with clients. Richie uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in his work with teens and adults. He explores a variety of topics, including, but not limited to: * Social skills training * Emotional Literacy and Regulation * Executive Functioning * Anxiety * Navigating Family Relationships * Effective Communication * Work/Life/Leisure Balance * Exploring Identity Assessment and Diagnosis: Richie also completes psychoeducational assessments (in ADHD and Learning Disorders) for clients age 7 and older to determine if a diagnosis is appropriate, gains a deeper understanding of your unique learning strengths and needs, and makes recommendations for accommodations to support success at school and/or work. *As a Registered Psychologist (Provisional), Richie is supervised by Amy Stensrud, M.Ed., Registered Psychologist.
Lucie is a Registered Social Worker (M.S.W) who has accumulated experience in rural, urban, private, community and front-line settings and with very diverse populations. Trust and clear communication are critical in developing and maintaining successful therapeutic relationships and Lucie's experiences have provided me with a tangible and relevant perspective to guide her clients through life's challenges. Lucie is certified in Cognitive Behavioural e-therapy, and also practices Dialectical Therapy and Brief Therapy. She uses trauma-informed practices to provide goal directed and supportive counselling to youth, adults, couples, and families. Lucie works with clients on topics including but not limited to: *Anxiety and panic * Anger management * Depression * Stress * Life & career transitions * Mood Disorders * Suicidal ideation * Relationships * Self-harm * Borderline Personality Disorder * Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Issues * Emotional Regulation Lucie understands that everybody has unique experiences, and works with each individual in building achievable coping skills that best meet their needs. She believes flexibility is important in fostering personal growth and overcoming challenges. Lucie has a sincere and compassionate approach and believes in empowering people by creating a non-judgmental space where individuals feel heard and supported. Utilizing evident-based practices, she is committed to supporting clients achieve wellness at their pace. She is a member of the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers and the Canadian Association of Social Workers.
Gill is a passionate counselling professional with a Master's in Educational Psychology, specializing in trauma-informed and client-centered approaches, including working with children. Gill is proficient in play therapy techniques to create a nurturing and expressive environment for young clients. She is adept at delivering solution-focused interventions and is certified in Theraplay Level 1. She is also skilled in working with survivors of gender-based violence. Gill utilizes a variety of treatment approaches to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for her clients. Gill combines approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, all with a trauma-informed lens. She values growth, and ensures that clients feel comfortable and supported on their healing journey. She works with children, youth, and adults on a variety of topics such as: * Anxiety * Panic * Depression * Trauma * Grief and Loss * Perniatal Support * Stress * Life Transitions * Emotional Regulation * Behavioural Change Gill is a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. She vales collaboration, inclusivity, and providing diverse care to clients. She will work with you to help you rediscover resilience, while enhancing your sense of empowerment and self-discovery.
Heather specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (ISF). Heather supports adults to understand how the painful experience impacts mental, emotional, physical, behavioural, and spiritual well-being. Heather helps clients to not only recover, but to thrive in your work together. Heather seeks to offer a safe space for healing and growth, and utilizes client strengths to help you reach your goals. Her warm, patient, and authentic approach meets clients where they are at, so you can explore your emotions in a safe and supported environment. She works with adults on a variety of topics such as: * Trauma * Grief and Loss * Anxiety * Panic * Depression * Addictions * Stress * Adult Survivors * Complex PTSD * Emotional Regulation Heather utilizes therapeutic approaches such as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy. Heather’s approach goes beyond recovery—she supports clients in thriving by helping them understand the impact of trauma on their mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, using their strengths to work toward healing and growth. She is a member of the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers and the Canadian Association of Social Workers.
Stephanie Fedak is a Registered Psychologist (#568) who works with adults. Her approach is client-centered and holistic, and she strives to bring compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care to all her work. Stephanie has extensive experience, with over 24 years of experience working in the health care setting providing consultation regarding early childhood issues and administering developmental and Autism assessments, as well as working in private practice with adults providing counselling services. Stephanie uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches, depending on your needs. Her training and experience in education, psychology, and mental health has provided her with a wide array of knowledge and approaches for helping others. She believes in focusing on your strengths and helping you to learn new skills to help build resilience so that you can use these tools throughout your life. The approaches that she uses are evidence-based and they focus on learning and development. Stephanie works with clients on a wide range of issues, including (but not limited to): *Anxiety *Stress *Burnout *ADHD symptoms *Life and career transitions *Managing work and home life balance *New parents *Work challenges *Behavioural regulation *Emotional regulation Stephanie is Registered with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists, with Authorized Practice Endorsement, which means she is able to diagnose psychological disorders. She is a member of the Psychology Association of Saskatchewan and she holds a Masters of Education in Educational Psychology. Additionally, she has specialized training in Hypnotherapy and Brainspotting.
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