As a counsellor on the cusp of Millennial and Gen Z, I have the privilege of being surrounded by young people in my professional and personal life. I am lucky to be in tune with their world, particularly when it comes to social media and the issues they find important. I am also in tune with the challenges we have as adult counsellors who grew up in a very different world, and are increasingly concerned for our teen clients.

With a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master’s in Counselling, specialising in Youth Trauma and Grief, I’ve undergone extensive training in family therapy and child and adolescent counselling, mentored by leading therapists in Sydney. My journey began in the non-profit sector, working with high-risk youth and their families, leading youth advisory programs with teens and mental health workshops in schools.

I’m deeply passionate about educating fellow practitioners, whether through training and supervising school workshop facilitators, mentoring clinicians in youth organisations, or lecturing undergraduate Psychology and Counselling students. My global experience, which spans Australia, the UK, and Canada, is driven by a lasting curiosity and commitment to mental health. I believe that by sharing knowledge and resources, we can create a stronger support network for young people navigating today’s challenges.