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)