MEET THE TEAM
Tyler Lorenz
Founder and Executive Director
Tyler has had a lifetime of experience with mental health and addiction issues. After 29 years of active addiction, Tyler transformed his life and began to follow his true purpose which is to support those individuals still struggling with addiction. Within the first year of recovery, Tyler returned to school and received a diploma in Addiction and Community Service Worker. With the support of his mentor and an incredible community, Tyler founded Residents in Recovery which has supported hundreds of individuals with their recovery journey. Residents in Recovery is roughly modeled after his own journey to recovery. Developing a program that aims to reduce or eliminate barriers has been the goal from the start. Today, Tyler supports his community through participation on many committees and volunteer positions. Filling service gaps and bringing awareness to mental health and addiction issues will work to break the stigma that is still so prevalent in our society today.
Debbie Roberts
Clinical Director
Debbie Roberts has worked in the field of addiction for over 10 years and is Graduating with a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counselling through Briercrest Seminary. Using Trauma based, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Emotionally Focused (EFT) and Narrative Therapy with individuals, couples and families who are struggling with addiction, attachment, trauma, and intimacy issues to restore a healthy sense of connection to self and others. Debbie is a Certified Addictions Counsellor through Canadian Certified Addiction Counsellor (CCAC) and an Associate Sex Addiction Therapist (ASAT) through the International Institute of Trauma & Addiction.
Elaine Fox
Elder and Cultural Liaison
Elaine is an Elder in Onion Lake Cree Nation. Elaine has a background in education with multiple roles including teaching Cree, preschool and kindergarten. Elaine has also worked in child and youth group homes and enjoys her work with children. As a involved community member, Elaine has served on many Board of Directors including, Ekweskeet Treatment Center, the Education Board and the Native Justice Board. In this capacity she has been able to guide the the direction for generations to come. With a diploma in Health and Wellness, a certificate in Addictions Work, and her personal and spiritual knowledge, Elaine has found a home working with all the clients at Residents in Recovery.
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Board of Directors
Stan Parke
Board Chair
Local business Owner
Gina Nelson
Director
Indigenous Home-School Liaison Worker with LPSD
Dr. Thomas Kerlis
Vice-Chair
General Practitioner at Lloydminster Clinic
Brandi Johnston
Director
BSW Student and Business Owner
Cst. Melanie Flynn
Director
RCMP Officer