I have a personal connection with neurodivergence, raising my own Autistic, PDA and ADHD teens/young adults. Through lived experience, I bring a practical and realistic family centred approach to helping bring about positive change.

Together we will explore your story and using a strengths based approach, develop tools to befriend your nervous system so you can build the life that works for you.

I have a Grad Dip in Psychology and a PG Dip in Counselling. I am a registered counsellor with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC), a registered MBSR teacher through the Mindfulness Training Institute of Australasia (MTIA) and a certified teacher trained in Mindful Parenting by the renowned Susan Bogels.

In 2025 I am undertaking ADHD Coaching Accreditation with Alex Campbell from Gold Mind Academy.

I am trained in a variety of modalities, including: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP),  Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Trauma Therapy, Polyvagal Theory and Play Therapy. I have extensive training in autism and ADHD and the voices of neurodivergent people inform my learning and practice.

I am LGBTQIA+ embracing & understand that culture, race, neurodivergence & gender diversity all contribute to a thriving society. I understand that each person is unique and as such provide authentic and compassionate support, tailoring my counselling sessions to address your specific concerns, values and goals.

My husband and I lived for 17 years in Asia, raising our three children and a variety of pets. We returned to NZ 10 years ago and now live in Mt Eden with our dog, Juno; cat, Ninja; and one older teen who continues to embrace the comforts and support of home life. My nervous system loves deep friendships and connection with nature - especially open water swimming and the NZ bush.