Founder of The Haven Collective, RMT

Kristina Addison

Kristina is the visionary behind The Haven Collective, a sanctuary dedicated to women’s wellness. Her life’s work is driven by a deep passion for women’s mental health, overcoming body dysmorphia, and fostering overall wellness. With a personal journey rooted in struggles with body image and disordered eating, Kristina has committed her career to supporting women on their path to self-love and acceptance.

Her academic foundation in Human Kinetics, paired with the Registered Massage Therapy program at OVCMT, where she has been practicing since 2021, has equipped her with the expertise to offer holistic care. Kristina’s compassionate approach blends her extensive knowledge with a genuine desire to help others heal.

At The Haven Collective, Kristina has created a nurturing community where women can lean on one another throughout their healing journeys. Her mission is to empower women to embrace their bodies, cultivate mental resilience, and achieve a harmonious balance in life.

Join Kristina at The Haven Collective and embark on a transformative journey towards self-love, acceptance, and holistic wellness.

Madi Maitz

Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work

Madi is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a master’s degree in Clinical Social Work. Originally from Ontario, Madi has brought her wealth of experience and passion for helping others to the Okanagan.

Madi’s approach is integrative and holistic, attuning to your psychological, emotional and physical aspects of health and wellness. Madi’s approach utilizes talk and somatic, body-focused therapies to best support the connection between mind and body. Madi creates a supportive space for you to share your story, explore your thoughts, behaviours and emotions, and discover more about yourself along the way. Believing that you are the expert on yourself and everything you need to live your fullest life is already within you.