Dr Fiona Pienaar has an extensive background in education, research and mental health; both clinical and operational. A highly qualified and proficient director, consultant, practitioner, presenter, trainer and academic, she holds a Master of Education in Counselling and a PhD in Behavioural Science (New Zealand children’s experiences of stress and coping).With a fascinating life journey spanning South Africa, New Zealand and the UK, Fiona is concurrently a Clinical Lead at Whakarongorau Aotearoa New Zealand Telehealth Services and Senior Clinical Advisor at Mental Health Innovations in the UK.Fiona also maintains a busy online and in-person speaking schedule for education, corporate, charitable and clinical organisations and we are delighted and grateful for her long-standing connection to the Grief Centre and our mission.