Meg Hasek-Watt
Psychologist
I am a Registered Psychologist working in my own private practice, Heart Body Mind, in downtown Calgary, AB. I am grateful to work with my clients in my practice, which is focused primarily on trauma and anxiety-related disorders, loss/grief/bereavement, chronic pain and chronic illness, and life changes/transitions and the identity impacts that occur.
I have been a volunteer with Hazel's Heroes Society since the first annual retreat in 2017. I feel incredibly honoured to participate and have the opportunity to meet all the warrior mommas and share in the beautiful stories of their beloved children.
Julia Perkins
Yoga Instructor
I attended my first yoga class more than 10 years ago when my best friend invited me to go with her. I could barely touch my toes, but I loved it.
Wanting to learn more, I took the 250-hour Yoga Teacher Training program at Yoga Passage Calgary in 2009. I went on to finish a 30-hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training with Janice Clarfield in 2011. And in 2012, I traveled to Rishikesh, India, to complete my 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training with world-renowned teacher Yogi Vishvketu (Vishva).
I’ve been teaching since 2010 and aim to bring a sense of acceptance and compassion to my classes. My goal is to convey that yoga is truly for everyone as a healing practice and form of self-care.
I became connected with Hazel’s Heroes in 2017 after the devastating loss of a family member - the beautiful and vivacious Avery Violet Decker, who passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 13 months during her afternoon nap. Avery is my inspiration for supporting Hazel’s Heroes in any way I can, in honour of her amazing parents and in memory of her unforgettable time on earth.
I’m honoured teach yoga at the Hazel’s Heroes retreat for the wonderful, strong parents, bringing as much love and compassion as I can.
Alanna Knobben
Author, speaker, grief educator
Alanna Knobben is the founder of Carry You With Me. Alanna is an Author, Community Builder, International Speaker and Grief Educator.
People and storytelling were an important part of Alanna’s life from an early age. Carry You With Me was created from the seed planted deeply after the loss of her precious son Marshall James. Carry You With Me has evolved over the years to include the treasured storybook, online community, meaningful mementos collection, live workshops, education, 1:1 mentorship, public speaking and The Carry You With Me online Program. Combining her love of creativity and people, Carry You With Me offers deep support and multiple offerings on love, loss, healing and inspiration.
Sharing her expereinces and working with bereaved parents as they navigate their own personal journey is a privilege and an honour. Alanna is eternally grateful for all the mentors, partners, community members, and loved ones who continue to inspire her and guide her in following her heart.