Stephan Bourassa BMR(OT), OT Reg. (Sask), SIPT, NMT

Milestones is owned and operated by Stephan Bourassa, BMR (OT), O.T. Reg. (Sask), SIPT, NMT

After obtaining a Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapy) degree from the University of Manitoba in 2001, Stephan enjoyed an eleven year career as a private practice Occupational Therapist working in a large insurance based industrial rehabilitation clinic.

His professional interests and motivation evolved to focus on child health and wellness after being inspired by the arrival and development of his own children. In response to his growing desire to contribute to the wellbeing of children and youth he decided to make a giant leap out of the world of industrial rehabilitation focused on injured adults, and landed with two feet squarely on the ground in the remarkable world of child development!

Stephan strives for ongoing growth as an Occupational Therapist and is continually adding to his clinical toolbox. He has accumulated extensive experience working with children and youth from diverse backgrounds as well as undertaking significant post-graduate training. He has achieved numerous certifications including the Sensory Integration Certification Program (SIPT) through the University of Southern California and Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) through the Child Trauma Academy. He has gained additional training that serves to support children and youth with neurodiversities such as Autism and ADHD. Most recently, Stephan is undertaking advanced certification in therapeutic Coaching and is utilizing this skillset to develop more dedicated supports for parents and caregivers.

You will find Frieda attached to Stephan’s hip both in the clinic and in the community. Frieda is a Certified Assistance and Facility Dog (aka “Therapy Dog), who is a great asset in facilitating client engagement during sessions.

Stephan’s focus in the clinic is working with children and their families living with mental health challenges with a particular expertise on childhood adversity and trauma. In this area, Stephan is a sought after speaker and trainer, serving a broad range of agencies and communities, facilitating engaging workshops and trainings on trauma responsive care for children and youth.

Outside of his professional life, Stephan attempts to keep up to his very fast children on cross country skis, mountain bikes, kayaks and canoes.

Rikia Trischuk BScKin, MScOT, OT Reg. (Sask)

Rikia Trischuk joined Milestones in February 2018. She hit the ground running and hasn’t stopped since! Rikia is a multi-talented Occupational Therapist who brings a wealth of life and clinical experience to Milestones. Born and raised in Saskatoon, she excelled in athletics, parlaying her skills on the volleyball court to a full Division 1 NCAA scholarship with Temple University in Philadelphia. Not to be outdone, she even made the rowing team!

She completed her career at Temple University with the completion of her Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology (honours) degree. She was then accepted to the Masters of Occupational Therapy program at the University of Alberta. After graduation, she cut her teeth in the world of pediatrics by working in both community and school settings in Camrose with Alberta Health Services. There, she worked with a diverse population of children, families and educational teams focusing on both physical and mental health concerns.

Rikia continues to build her tool box with continuing education pursuits related to diverse developmental areas and functional difficulties related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, childhood trauma, Sensory Processing, Self-Regulation and neurodevelopmental difficulties to name a few. In addition to her in-clinic work with families, her portfolio with Milestones includes leading multiple therapeutic groups including SuperKidz Yoga, SuperKidz Running, and SuperParentz: The Executive Parent Group.

Karen Cloutier, Clinical Coordinator

Karen is Milestones’ quarterback and the first person you will talk to on the telephone or by email. Karen heads up the the full coordination of communications, the team’s schedules, and health records. Her ability to keep many balls in the air is a sight to see. Always with a smile, she enjoys greeting clients at the Rumley building where she is based. She keeps the clinic running on military precision, allowing the therapists to focus on what they are really good at…the therapy!