alive Contributors

Jackie Skrypnek is a holistic nutritionist. She lives in Cochrane, Alberta, where she practises permaculture and operates an urban tiny house bed and breakfast.

Suzanne Methot (Nehiyaw) is the author of Legacy: Trauma, Story, and Indigenous Healing and Killing the Wittigo: Indigenous Culture-Based Approaches to Waking Up, Taking Action, and Doing the Work of Healing (ECW Press, 2019, 2023).

Kristine Mitchell is a freelance writer and holistic counsellor who has travelled the world exploring the intersection between science, wellness, and the human experience.

Adam Meyer is a freelance writer, digital creator, and certified holistic nutritionist. Find him on Instagram @thatadammeyer.

Dr. Domenique Barbaro, ND, focuses her practice on women, moms, and children.

Laura Bolt is a Los Angeles-based writer and editor specializing in lifestyle and culture. She lives with her cat, Osiris, and can probably be found at Moon Juice. 

Gail Johnson is an editor and staff writer here at alive. She is an award-winning digital, print, and broadcast journalist based in Vancouver. 

Karli Petrovic is a writer and tarot reader living in Atlanta, GA. She cohabitates with a muggle husband, baby girl, and three goofy hounds. Find her online.

Gemma Boothroyd is a writer with a passion for intentional living. Be that through birding or running, she’s eager to explore all the beauty this world has to offer.

Gina Kelly is a freelance writer and editor located in New Jersey, US. She is a certified health coach and writes about health and wellness. 

Sara Harowitz is a Vancouver-based freelance journalist. Her writing has appeared in publications including The Globe & Mail, Maclean’s, and Well + Good. (Photo by Lauren D. Zbarsky). 

Rebecca Heaton is the former editor of Live Naturally magazine.

Lawren Moneta is a chef, food stylist, and recipe developer.

Brittany Devenyi is a content strategist and freelance writer with a background in both print and online journalism. She formerly oversaw digital content for brands such as Food Network Canada and HGTV Canada.

Kate Dunn holds a Master of Arts in Sociology from Western University and has nearly two decades of post-secondary teaching experience. A strong advocate for mental health and well-being, Kate is also the founder of Rooted in Wellness Canada, an online platform committed to sharing the principles of positive psychology and fostering a culture of strong mental health within her community.

Lizzy Sherman’s work has appeared on Healthline, Sports Illustrated, Yahoo, mindbodygreen, and many more. She is also the co-founder of Spa & Beauty Today. @zillizy