Unspoken Field Practice Group

Group Leader(s)

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  Thuy-Nga (Tia) Pham

  How can we cultivate more clarity and precision in our vision, words and actions? How does one attune more finely to what is present in each moment, in oneself, and in every interaction with others? Inspired by Thomas Hübl’s Art of Transparent Communication and drawing on over two decades of experience in adult education, curriculum design, and in my committed service as a family physician, I am passionate about creating spaces where people can learn, grow and connect meaningfully. My daily practice of meditation is centred around the wisdom of Thich Nhat Hanh, the gentle flow of Qi Gong, and the grounding of Yoga. It is from this place of inner practice and outer service that I warmly invite you to join our meditation practice group.
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  Stephen Costen

  Stephen began his career as a designer in the Architectural and Engineering fields, crafting built environments that respond to both functional needs and lived experience. His path later deepened through service as an Ordained Minister, Pastor, and Chaplain, offering support through life transitions and spiritual maturation. Today, Stephen creates spaces where people can slow down, listen deeply, and connect with what’s often left unspoken. His work supports healing in places shaped by trauma, fragmentation, and cultural silence. He helps individuals and groups stay present with what’s difficult – until they are seen, felt, and gracefully held.
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  Deborah Allain

  Deborah is a BC Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) specializing in Art Therapy. Formerly a French and Art teacher, she transitioned to counselling to better support her students’ emotional wellbeing. Her approach is rooted in Adlerian Psychology, especially Alfred Adler’s concept of Gemeinschaftsgefühl – a sense of belonging and social interest. She integrates this with the teachings of Thomas Hübl, completing his Timeless Wisdom Training in 2023, and has studied collective and ancestral trauma healing with Hübl and Terry Real. Trained in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Deborah has practiced Vipassana meditation since age 30, completing numerous silent retreats. This personal practice grounds her therapeutic presence. A French Canadian with Acadian roots, Deborah’s early experiences navigating language and belonging shaped her sensitivity to what is unspoken or unseen. She brings warmth, insight, and creativity to her work and is honored to contribute these qualities to the Unspoken Field practice group.
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  Lesley Cox

  I am a graphic designer and business founder with over three decades of international experience spanning South Africa, Chile, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Specializing in book design, corporate identity, packaging, and digital media, I have successfully built and led FEEL Design Associates, where I have cultivated a diverse portfolio of design work for global clients. As a lifelong traveler, creative professional, and advocate for environmental and spiritual well-being, I am now transitioning toward a path that nurtures a deeper connection with nature and community. This journey is guided by a desire to live in greater alignment with my truth, to be of service to all beings, and to support the restoration of the right relationship with Mother Earth through ceremony, ritual, and ecological stewardship.