From Passion to Purpose
I didn't stumble into this work — I was called to it. From my very first role as a school counsellor, I knew that mental health in education was where I was meant to be. Not just sitting in a room with a student, but changing entire systems from the inside out.
Over the past 13+ years, I've had the privilege of supporting over 6,000 students across schools in both the UK and UAE. I've worked closely with leadership teams, counsellors, students, and families to build sustainable wellbeing frameworks that create lasting change — not just tick a box on the school inspection list.
As a qualified therapist with a Master's in Child and Adolescent Mental Wellbeing, I bring a depth of clinical expertise to my work. But my experience goes beyond the therapy room. As a business owner, speaker, podcast host, and advocate for counsellors, I understand the challenges of navigating a new country, building a practice from scratch, and showing up for students every single day.
My own journey has been shaped by early experiences of loss, including losing my grandparents and the safety of my home. Building the trust and resilience to navigate those difficult emotions — even when I felt I had to keep them bottled up — was something I didn't plan for. But those experiences have given me the courage and determination to open doors for other children who may not feel they can or should enter.
I firmly believe that making therapy and wellbeing services accessible in schools is the key to preventing more serious issues like anxiety from taking hold. Early intervention can change the trajectory of a young person's life.
Today, I use my platform as a leader in this field to drive systemic change in education. Whether I'm delivering a keynote speech, hosting a workshop for counsellors, or consulting with school leaders, my mission is to embed mental health and wellbeing into the fabric of education worldwide.
When I'm not working, you'll find me spending time with my young son, exploring the vibrant culture of our current home in the UAE — enjoying those beach days 🌊.
If you're passionate about supporting student wellbeing, I'd love to connect. Let's work together to build a future where every child has access to the support they need to thrive.
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