Meet The Team
We are two Indigenous men who walk this path with hope, honesty, and a deep belief in the strength of our people. Our work with grief and loss is grounded in lived experience, cultural teachings, and a harm-reduction lens that meets people where they are at. We understand that healing is not linear, and that grief, addiction, trauma, and joy often exist side by side. Our role is not to fix, but to support, encourage, and walk alongside others as they reconnect with themselves, their communities, and their cultures.
We believe healing must also make room for laughter, creativity, and joy. Alongside meaningful conversations and ceremony, we intentionally create space for fun and connection through activities like sober karaoke, group movement, and cultural sharing. We uplift joyful relationships to culture—whether that’s Patrick’s powwow dancing, language, and Nakawa teachings, or Lloyd’s grounding in holistic wellness, movement, and mentorship. These moments of joy remind us that wellness is not only about surviving loss, but about reclaiming life, identity, and hope.
Our approach honours Indigenous ways of knowing while embracing compassion, accountability, and choice. We support people in reducing harm, strengthening relationships, and discovering their own paths forward. Healing, for us, is about balance—holding grief with care, celebrating resilience, and making space for joy, connection, and possibility for individuals, families, and communities.
Lloyd Attig is a Plains Cree from the Muskoday First Nation near Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, and has lived on unceded Coast Salish territory for 34 years. Lloyd is also a two-time silver medalist in the super heavyweight boxing division at the North American Indigenous Games. Lloyd is deeply committed to supporting others on their healing journeys and helping them tap into their full potential.
Lloyd is married to Ta7talíya Nahanee (Squamish Nation) and is father to two daughters, Jamie and Paisley.With over 17 years of experience in life skills and career development, as well as 15 years working in Indigenous mental health and wellness, Lloyd has had the privilege of supporting thousands of First Nations clients and learners in overcoming barriers and cultivating their personal strengths.
His work as a Clinical Supervisor, Counsellor, and Life Skills Instructor informs the workshops, coaching, and healing circles he facilitates, allowing him to bring a unique perspective and approach to fostering wellness in individuals and communities. Holistic health has always been central to his life, and through a balanced approach to wellness, he has undergone significant personal transformation.
Lloyd Attig
Patrick Nippi
Patrick Nippi is a proud member of the Kinistin Saulteaux Nation, located in Treaty 4 Territory, Saskatchewan. He serves as the Aboriginal Wellness Counselor and Facilitator at Slaxin Lelum Medicine House, where he finds great fulfillment in witnessing the growth and perseverance of his clients as they work toward leading healthy, productive lives.
With over three decades of sobriety, Patrick brings a wealth of experience to his role, having worked as an addiction counselor, grief and loss counselor, mental health counselor, and life skills coach. His educational background includes a Registered Addiction Counselor certification, a Mental Health Diploma, a Psychology Diploma, a Life Skills Coach Certificate, and a Legal Studies Diploma. Fluent in his Saulteaux language and deeply rooted in his "Nakawa Culture," Patrick draws strength from his cultural heritage in his practice.
Over the years, he has found great inspiration and reward in helping community members achieve their dreams and aspirations, providing guidance and support as they navigate their personal journeys.