Our Team
Our skilled facilitators and hosts lead events designed to support connection, playful exploration and self-discovery
Contact us if you would like to join the team and host events on the platform
Jeanette Bacevius
Community Engagement Champion
Jeanette is a dedicated advocate for community and healing, with a rich background spanning psychotherapy, group facilitation, kirtan, ceremony, interspirituality, and community activism. Since discovering AR-Go on Winter Solstice 2020, she has found profound fulfillment as a participant, host, and facilitator. Jeanette bridges her extensive experience in women's groups, Psychodrama, and Shadow Work with her training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Based in Vermont, she brings over 15 years of experience as a licensed psychotherapist, with a special interest in supporting diverse and marginalized populations, including the LGBTQ+ community and refugees.
Beyond her clinical work, Jeanette's passion for fostering connection and healing is evident in her role as a kirtan leader and organizer and as the co-founder of Vermont Stands with Ukraine, where she spearheads community events and rallies. Known for her nurturing presence and commitment to creating equitable and inclusive spaces, Jeanette mentors new hosts on AR-Go, supporting the platform behind the scenes while actively participating in its vibrant community. Her genuine care for others and ability to bring people together underscore her reputation as a catalyst for growth and community building. Jeanette regularly co-hosts the bi-weekly Women's Connection Circle and hosts the Heart Lounge.
Solomon Krueger
Founder and Co-Director
Exploring what is alive and true in our shared human experience is where my full heart and commitment live. I have nearly 25 years of experience in organizing and facilitating groups, workshops, and retreats. My lifelong passion for human development led to degrees at Montreal’s Concordia University (B.A. Human Relations, M.A. Human Systems Intervention), and broad continual training in practices such as: Authentic Relating, Self-inquiry, Dialogue, Somatic awareness, Contact Improv, Breathwork, Focusing, Circling, NVC, Playback Theatre, Psychodrama, and Family Constellations. I’m delighted to support these precious spaces for deeper connection with self and others.
Riley Drever
Founder and Co-Director
I love the freedom I feel when I tell the truth and connect with others speaking their truths. I seek to bring honesty, clarity, inner peace and fun to myself and the world. As a young adult, I experienced personall challenges that revealed my need to live an authentic life. Since then, I have been dedicated to knowing myself, sharing my gifts, and learning how to honour, respect and celebrate those around me. I am an experienced teacher and educator, skilled facilitator, community builder, spiritual seeker and most importantly, a proud and loving family man. I co-founded Authentic Montreal and am excited to bring AR-GO into your life.
Myriam Laflamme
The essence of who I am is in the space where courage meets vulnerability, and the art of expression becomes the gateway to deep connection.
My journey began with the arts—improvisation, dance, singing—each a thread intricately woven into the fabric of my being as an expression of my authentic self.
It was in the high altitudes of the Andes, amidst the ancient wisdom of plant medicine, that my exploration took a transformative turn. Here, I touched the edges of my spirit, learning to weave my path through the uncharted territories of my inner landscape.
Blessed with insights from my adventures and a profound understanding of Human Design, I've dedicated myself to serving others, that's not just about guiding others, but about nurturing awareness, self-empowerment, and unity within every soul I touch.
At the heart of my mission is a dedication to women's empowerment. I work at a community organization in Montreal, committed to aiding women in their journey towards economic independence. I also co-host the Women’s Connection Circle bi-monthly with Jeanette. These gatherings are sacred spaces for women to explore deeper connections with themselves and each other, fostering an environment where vulnerability is not just accepted, but celebrated.
Halle Senger
Halle is a compassionate and active listener who delves into the motivations behind our actions. With a unique ability to cultivate compassion and demystify the human experience, Halle is fervently dedicated to creating meaningful connections and nurturing empathy. She champions effective communication, recognizing that truly hearing others and embracing diverse perspectives are potent tools for bridging gaps.
As a mechanical engineer, Halle seamlessly blends her technical acumen with her passion for human interaction and believes in raising our EQ to the level of our IQ! Beyond her engineering endeavors, she curates transformative events that guide participants toward a delicate equilibrium between authentic self-expression and community building by caring for others. Halle’s personal business, InConnection, serves as a hub for her workshops on Authentic Relating, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), shadow work, and other spiritual and mindfulness practices. Her commitment extends to empowering women through retreats, coaching, and impactful speaking engagements.
Agnès Candiotti
Agnès began her career as a biology teacher and researcher in nonhuman primate communication, later specializing in embodiment, emotional intelligence, and authentic relating. Certified as a professional coach by The Connection Institute, she has been leading trainings and facilitating group experiences since 2009. Passionate about exploring the living from cellular biology to social behaviors, Agnès integrates bodily, emotional, and relational intelligences in her work. Her facilitation style, praised for its clarity and kindness, creates a safe space for vulnerability and connection, fostering rich co-explorations and presence in participants.
Mike Jadoo
Mike's journey began with his first Nonviolent Communication (NVC) practice group, where he discovered the transformative power of empathy. Over the past four years, he has deepened his understanding through extensive study and several Authentic Relating courses under ART International (Levels 1, 2, 3, and currently in Level 4).
His passion for helping others has led to positive impacts on many individuals' lives, as he believes everyone deserves to understand their feelings and connect meaningfully with others.
Mike facilitates authentic relating exercises with enthusiasm, empowering people to use these tools to improve their lives.
Drawing inspiration from everyday situations, Mike consistently creates new events to help people navigate their challenges. His dedication to authentic relating extends into his professional work as a data analyst, where these practices have significantly improved his interactions with coworkers, managers, and clients. Mike's unique blend of empathy, communication skills, and authentic relating practices makes him a valuable resource for enhancing personal and professional connections.
Chris Westin
I’m fascinated by the art of deep connection—both with myself and others. My journey began with T-Group and Mark Group practices, and later expanded to include Authentic Relating and Circling, which I truly enjoy. These practices have taught me to listen more closely to my feelings and sense what’s going on inside, which has, in turn, allowed me to get more of what I want out of life.
I view these practices as a form of "Relational Yoga," helping us bridge the gap between individuals and dissolve the Illusion of Separation. Through Authentic Relating, I’ve discovered the joy of sharing my inner world with others and being invited into theirs. It’s a beautiful exchange that I believe the world needs more of.
As a host, I’m excited to guide others in exploring these transformative practices and to create a space where we can all show up more authentically. I hope you'll join us and experience how powerful it can be to connect deeply and live with more presence and honesty in everyday life.
Kirien Eyma
Attention, presence, deep listening
I am guided by the soul calling to contribute to a world that is slower, softer, gentler; where human communities are more inclusive, and human connection is more accessible, regardless of personal background, abilities, finances or geographical location. My approach as a digital space holder is informed by training in a variety of mindfulness-based practices, perspectives from growing up/living/working in international contexts, and lived experience of occupying different marginalised identities.
Since attending my first AR event in 2017, I have grown most of all in a deeper sense of being human and belonging to humanity. It is a gift I wish to pass on to others, and I am honoured for the opportunity to do so alongside fantastic mentors and journey companions on this platform.