Kaila Derhak
Office Administrator (She/Her)
Brandon, MB
Kaila joined the Home Counselling and Wellness team in March of 2022. Originally from a rural community in western Manitoba, Kaila obtained her certification in Medical Office Administration with Assiniboine Community College in 2012.
She brings over 10 years’ of experience and expertise from working in various mental health settings. Throughout her career she has worked with populations of all ages and backgrounds. Kaila strives to create a welcoming, non-judgmental and comfortable atmosphere, in order to assist individuals in feeling safe and supported.
During her free time, Kaila enjoys gardening, caring for her collection of house plants, and spending time with her family. Over the years, her household has also devoted themselves to fostering and rescuing local animals in need. Which has resulted in her family growing to include more permanent members, or as Kaila refers to them "foster fails".
Here's a message and quote directly from Kaila,
"Acceptance, connection and hope are core values for me. As an office administrator at Home Counselling and Wellness, I am able to work in an environment that reflects my core values. Connecting individuals in need to caring, affordable and professional counsellors is both a privilege and sincerely fulfilling. I love connecting with people and value building meaningful relationships in order to create mutual respect, trust, and positive experiences for our clients. I look forward to meeting and supporting you on your wellness journey." - Kaila Derhak
“Helping one person may not change the world, but it could change the world for that one person.” -Anonymous
Teague Luhr
Communications Coordinator (He/Him)
Brandon, MB
Teague joined Home Counselling and Wellness in November 2022. He assists with digital media, internal processes, programming, and external networking. He has been a Brandon local since 2015, when he attended Brandon University for his post-secondary education in Sociology.
Since moving to the community, Teague has worked in various capacities for government, non-profit, and private organizations. In all of his roles, he has been a passionate advocate for causes relating to accessibility, inclusivity, mental health, addictions, and homelessness. He believes that supporting individuals requires a sense of community and that community starts one small engagement at a time.
Here is a message directly from Teague,
"Since starting with Home Counselling and Wellness, I have been given the privilege of working amongst a team of incredible allies and professionals. Since my first day, I have recognized the tender care and devotion we have in meeting individuals where they are at. To me, "Home" is more than a supportive space. It is a visionary practice intended on changing the future for both individuals and our community." - Teague Luhr.