About Donna Johnson

Founder and Facilitator, Navigation Point®

After more than 20 years straddling the corporate world and the arts, Donna Johnson saw first-hand how relentless pace, constant noise, and divided attention wear people down. She founded Navigation Point® as an antidote — a space where people can pause, regain their bearings, and put themselves first so that a fulfilling life doesn’t always come last.

Drawing on her professional background as an Artist, Certified Expressive Arts Facilitator,
Certified Human Resources Professional, and Coach, Donna designed Navigation Point as a guided, creativity-infused pause: a safe and celebratory space where self-expression is welcomed, intentional pause is honoured, and participants reconnect with their inner wisdom.

Donna’s approach is grounded in her own lived experience. She has witnessed the power of mindful, intentional pauses — using creativity as a catalyst to quiet the noise, reduce stress, and unlock clarity. Research affirms what she has seen personally and professionally: that creative expression and mindfulness can lower stress, improve focus, and foster overall well-being.

She has worked with diverse groups and communities, bringing a trauma-informed lens to her facilitation. At the heart of her practice is the belief that fun and joy are powerful forces for healing and resilience. Navigation Point is not a “fix all,” but rather a meaningful moment to attend to oneself in a playful and creative way — a pause that can restore balance and spark renewal. 

Through Navigation Point, Donna has dedicated herself to making these benefits accessible in non-clinical, research-informed ways. Each session she facilitates is personalized, restorative, and leaves participants with a tangible memento of their journey — a creative artifact that reinforces the insights and calm they’ve discovered.

With Gratitude,
Donna Johnson
Founder + Facilitator
Navigation Point®