Personal Profile

Educational Qualifications

• Master of Health Sciences (Hon.) (University of Auckland)
• Post-graduate Diploma in Health Sciences (in Social Work, University of Auckland)
• Post-graduate Certificate in Health Sciences (in Alcohol and Other Drugs/Problem Gambling, University of Auckland)
• Bachelor of Social Work Degree (University of Auckland)

Supervised Work Experiences

• Women and Children’s Health, Auckland District Health Board
• Community Alcohol and Drugs Services (CADS), Waitemata District Health Board
• Odyssey House Trusts (Youth Community Services)

Areas of Specialisation

– Advanced understanding around the dynamics and impact of:

• Alcohol and Other Drugs related harm
• Major Depressive Disorders
• Domestic and Sexual Violence
• School and Workplace Bullying

– Extensive experience working with individuals and families/whanau related to Grief , Loss and Bereavement.

Memberships

• Registered with Drug and Alcohol Practitioners Association of Aotearoa New Zealand (DAPAANZ)
• Registered with Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB)
• Registered with Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers (ANZASW)