My work has always centred on people. From supporting those with disabilities to mentoring youth in the outdoors and teaching yoga, each experience has deepened my understanding of how connection, empathy, and trust help people grow. These experiences shaped the way I hold space today - calm, grounded, and attuned to each person’s unique story.

I was born and raised in Aotearoa New Zealand, the hearing daughter of Deaf parents. Growing up immersed in both Deaf and hearing cultures, I’ve always moved between two worlds - one visual, one spoken. That experience taught me to listen differently; to notice what’s not said, and to connect beyond words.

Fluent in New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL), I offer counselling for Deaf clients without the need for an interpreter. This direct communication allows clients to share openly in their own language. My published research explores mental-health therapies for the Deaf community, and my work continues to be shaped by that passion for accessibility and inclusion.