Areas of Expertise: Community Development, Employment, Ethics, Leadership Development, Mental Health, Mentoring, Pasifika, Rainbow, Residential, Rites of Passage, School, Social Entrepreneurship, Social space, Social Service, Tertiary Education, Truancy, Whānau Service, Volunteer, Youth Development, Youth Health, Youth Justice, Young Parents
With over 10 years of comprehensive experience in social work, counselling, and leadership, I have intentionally built a diverse and in-depth understanding of multiple areas within these fields. As a qualified social worker holding postgraduate qualifications in Psychology and Counselling, along with over 200 hours of continuing professional development, my expertise is broad and tailored to meet the specific needs of practitioners across varied disciplines.
I specialize in professional supervision, creating a supportive, trusting, and collaborative environment where real conversations and meaningful insights naturally occur. My approach integrates practical tools and methodologies from diverse scopes of practice, customized to enhance professional competency, self-awareness, and ongoing growth. I actively share resources, practical strategies, and tools to enrich professional development and enhance client engagement.
Areas of Expertise include:
• Grief and Complex Trauma
• Suicide Risk Management and Bereavement Support
• Anxiety and Depression
• Burnout and Workplace Dynamics
• Family Violence
• Parenting and Family Dynamics
• Employment Disputes
• Needs Assessments
• Mental Health and Addiction
• Complex Needs and Family Harm
• Youth Development and Justice
• Bicultural Practice
• Community Development and Social Advocacy
• Alternative and Tertiary Education
• Social Entrepreneurship
• Pasifika and Rainbow Communities
• Residential and Volunteer Management
In addition to supervision, I also provide Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), ACC sensitive claims counselling, PHO counselling, tailored therapeutic services, and professional training.
I offer a free 30-minute trial session to discuss your needs and how I can support you professionally.
I am deeply committed to empowering professionals, individuals, couples, families, and communities, supporting them to navigate work and life's complexities and achieve greater resilience and professional fulfilment.
For further details, please visit my website at https://restoresupportservices.com/, email info@restoresupportservices.com, or check client reviews at https://g.co/kgs/8cM1Bce.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Social Work (hons) University of Waikato
Post Grad Psychology and Counselling University of Waikato
Professional Affiliation:
Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers and Social Work Registration Board