Sara Hotomanie

Master of Social WorkWilfrid Laurier University

Bachelor of Child and Youth CareDouglas College, BC

My name is Sara Hotomanie. I am a registered social worker (RSW 8400630) from Zagime Anishinabek First Nation, Carry the Kettle First Nation and Katzie First Nation. I am grateful for the many different teachings I carry from all of my nations.

What you can expect from me:

The principles that guide my practice are…

Wholistic wellness based on the Medicine Wheel teachings- seeking harmony and balance, and centering ourselves, self-care, land-based teachings.

My approach to helping might be…

Trauma-informed, solution-focused, strength-based, wholistic practice.

The gifts I carry in my wholistic healing practices are…

Ribbon dress making and teachings, basketball coach, avid sports player, family-centered, volunteer with community.

I have experience working with Indigenous people in the following areas…

Crisis intervention, abuse and family violence, anxiety, pediatric and child/ youth mental health, addiction, self- esteem, trauma- informed care, with an understanding and awareness of residential school trauma and MMIWG.