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< Back Saskia Walsh Tēnā koutou Nō Ireland, nō Nederlands ōku tupuna I whānau mai ahau i Murihiku Kei te noho ahau ināianei i Māpua. Ko Saskia Walsh taku ingoa. ‘A sector of champions and hidden super heroes, what a great sector to be a part of!’ My Approach Saskia utilizes a strengths based, reflective model of practice to assist the supervisee to reflect and negotiate the complexity of their work. A holistic approach is brought to all sessions. Qualifications Post Grad Professional Supervision Diploma in Youth Work Certificate in Adult Teach & Learning Bachelor’s in Sports & Recreation Profesional Association Korowai Tupu Connect with the Supervisor Directly supervisionaotearoa@gmail.com Previous Next

< Back Alannah Meredith Vatau I am a first-generation New Zealand-born Samoan raised in South Auckland, balancing my career while raising three children aged 15, 13, and 7. My personal and professional experiences have shaped my passion for supporting Māori and Pasifika communities in culturally grounded and empowering ways. I am committed to ongoing growth and development, both personally and professionally. I value wellbeing, faith, culture, and meaningful connection, and I aim to bring these values into the way I support and work alongside others. My Approach I am passionate about supporting Māori and Pasifika communities within the social services sector to navigate Western systems in ways that are culturally grounded, empowering, and centered on dignity and respect. I believe in creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued, while strengthening their ability to move confidently through systems that can often feel overwhelming or disconnected from their lived experiences. I value sustainable and values-led practice, encouraging individuals and teams to prioritise wellbeing, recognise their strengths, and build resilience in ways that support both personal and professional growth. I believe meaningful change happens when people are supported holistically, honouring culture, identity, relationships, and purpose alongside professional development. My approach to supervision is deeply interwoven with my faith and cultural values, which guide the way I build trust, connection, and accountability. I see supervision as more than professional support; it is a collaborative and reflective space where challenges can be explored openly and transformed into opportunities for learning, healing, and growth. Through encouragement, reflection, and culturally responsive practice, I aim to empower others to lead with confidence, integrity, and authenticity. Qualifications Bachelor of Health Science (Psychology) Postgraduate Diploma Professional Supervision Profesional Association Connect with the Supervisor Directly alannahmeredithvatau@gmail.com Previous Next

< Back Laverne Robinson Kia ora, I have worked alongside rangatahi, whānau, and communities for over 20 years across health, youth work, youth cancer services, sexual health education, alcohol and other drug support, mental health and rangatahi with high and complex needs. My biggest passion is sustainability in the youth work sector and supporting the people - who support the rangatahi. I bring a warm, grounded, and relational approach to my mahi. I care deeply about creating spaces where people feel heard, respected, and supported to grow. I have been a supervisor now for nearly 15 years and have walked alongside supervisees through moments of change, grief, challenge, risk, and uncertainty, and I have seen the difference practical, compassionate, and mana-enhancing support makes. My Approach My mahi is shaped by a strong commitment to reflective, strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and wellbeing-focused practice. At the heart of my approach is a core belief that good supervision should feel human, useful, and steady. I aim to create a space where practitioners can reflect honestly, grow their confidence, and feel supported with the tools they need to do the important mahi of supporting our future generation. Qualifications Unitec - Bachelor of Social Practice (Counselling) Unitec - Professional Mentoring, Supervision and Workplace Coaching Certificate in Loss and Bereavement Profesional Association Australia New Zealand Coaching Alliance Connect with the Supervisor Directly laverne@lavernecoaching.com Previous Next

< Back Marie-Rose Joseph My Approach Qualifications Profesional Association Connect with the Supervisor Directly marierosejoseph51@gmail.com Previous Next

< Back Cera James My Approach Qualifications Profesional Association Connect with the Supervisor Directly cera@tuhiata.org.nz Previous Next

< Back Naveed Ahmed I am a registered social worker with experience working with Ministry for Children Oranga Tamariki and the NGO sector, focusing on care and protection, senior citizens, and family harm. I began as a front-line social worker in intake and investigation, where I developed skills in risk assessment and building trust with tamariki, rangatahi, and families/whanau in crisis. I offer external supervision services to social workers, university students at my work place, and to other professionals, providing culturally sensitive, strengths-based guidance. My focus is on helping supervisees develop self-awareness, critical thinking, and emotional resilience. I support professionals in growing their practice, ensuring they deliver culturally competent services, particularly with Islamic/Muslim and Indian cultures. I emphasize work/life balance, self-care, and culturally safe practice. My Approach I am a registered social worker who values supervision for reflection and self-care. My experience includes working with the Ministry for Children Oranga Tamariki and NGOs, focusing on care and protection, senior citizens, and family harm. I am also equipped to support ethical dilemmas and cultural competencies, particularly within Islamic/Muslim and Indian cultures Qualifications Bachelor of Bicultural Social Work (BSW), Kaitiakitanga - Postgraduate Diploma in Bicultural Professional Supervision http://www.linkedin.com/in/m-naveed-ahmed-5628161b Profesional Association Social Work Registration Board Connect with the Supervisor Directly extsupervision@gmail.com Previous Next

< Back Jayne Mercier Tēnā koe I have over 20 years’ experience in the youth development sector, as a practitioner, leader, degree level lecturer, researcher and supervisor. I live in Tāmaki Makaurau and provide nationally-based online individual supervision covering all areas of youth development, health, counselling and social services. My Approach As a registered psychotherapist, my supervision approach is holistic and focused on growing your professional and personal capacities as you navigate this intense and vibrant mahi. I bring strong knowledge on frameworks, ethics, competencies, reflective practice and research, combined with a focus on the strengths you bring to your mahi. Having led small and large, paid and voluntary teams, I am passionate about supporting people to thrive as leaders and also enjoy supporting people at all levels of their career. As a tangata Tiriti female, I work to support equity for the diverse communities of Aotearoa and develop deeply respectful relationships. My supervision fee is $140 per session. Qualifications Doctor of Philosophy, Massey University Master of Health Science in Psychotherapy, Auckland University of Technology Bachelor of Communication Studies, Auckland University of Technology National Diploma in Adult Education and Training, Level 6, Open Polytechnic New Zealand Profesional Association Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand Connect with the Supervisor Directly jaynemercier@gmail.com Previous Next

< Back Anjali Naran-Butler Ko Anjali Naran-Butler tōku ingoa. No tawahi tōku Pāpā. No Awahhou tōku Māmā. He Tangata Tiriti ahau. E noho ana au i Papaioea ki raru i te maru o Rangitāne. E mihi ana ki a koutou katoa. My Approach Supervision provides a dedicated space for professionals to engage in facilitated, in-depth reflection on their practise, their working relationships, and the many components that impact their professional life. At the heart of good Supervision is the relationship between the supervisor and supervisee. My Professional Supervision practise is based on building collaborative relationships with the professionals I work with. Supervision can offer a new lens on a situation, support the supervisee to navigate challenging issues, find alternate solutions, and affirm and celebrate success. My role is to holistically support kaimahi to have ongoing clarity, development and wellbeing within the professional realm. I am passionate about working with people in the helping professions, and welcome Social Workers, Youth Workers, Community workers, Managers, Nurses, Teachers, Church Leaders and others to work with me. Anj Naran-Butler (PGCertProfSup) Qualifications Post graduate Certificate of Professional Supervision Registered Social Worker. Batchelor of Arts. Diploma of Teaching - Registered Teacher. Profesional Association Social Work Registration Board The Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand Connect with the Supervisor Directly anj@hwc.org.nz Previous Next

< Back Joshua Saua My Approach Qualifications Profesional Association Connect with the Supervisor Directly info@themaintenancehub.co.nz Previous Next

< Back Louise Taylor My Approach Qualifications Profesional Association Connect with the Supervisor Directly louise.supervision@outlook.com Previous Next

< Back Jeremy Le Comte My Approach Qualifications Profesional Association Connect with the Supervisor Directly jeremy.m.lecomte@hotmail.com Previous Next

< Back Suzanne Cocker Ko Ruapehu te maunga Ko Rangitikei te awa Ko Tūwharetoa me Ngāti Kahungunu me Ngāti Raukawa me English me Norwegian me Scottish nga iwi Ko Parerukuwai te tupuna wahine Ko Suzanne Cocker ahau I was born and bred in Petone, Wellington. I come from a long line of people, who on both sides of my family, are steeped in acts of service, compassion and work ethic. After providing professional Supervision within my various roles over the past 12 years, in 2023 I established Pohutukawa Place to focus on high-quality external Professional Supervision for Social Workers and other helping professions. I am focused on supporting best practice, growing a competent and compassionate workforce, and advocating for the critical role Social Work has in advancing social justice. I have been a Social Worker for over 16 years and held roles in addictions, family conflict and child consultancy, youth health services, Social Work education and held management and professional leadership roles in tertiary health services. I have worked both in kaupapa Māori and mainstream organisations and has been fortunate to practice Social Work in Aotearoa, Australia and the United Kingdom. I am passionate about utilising my skills and experience to support Social Workers and other professionals to be the very best version of themselves. Whether it’s testing new theories, advocating for changing systems that don’t work for whānau or ensuring great support and ethical rigor for professionals, I am keen to get stuck in. I love to spend time travelling, learning about other cultures, and being inspired by Social Work in the global space. My Approach My approach: It’s about the relationship curated between people. Relationships underpin the weaving of shared experiences, reciprocal learning, celebration of strengths and opportunities for professional and personal growth. I believe carefully crafted, well-functioning relationships support the development of professionals so that they may provide the very best in quality reflective practice for the individuals, whānau and wider community they serve. Qualifications Post Graduate Certificate in Supervision Master of Social Work Bachelor of Social Work Profesional Association Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers Social Work Registration Board Connect with the Supervisor Directly suzannecocker.pohutukawaplace@gmail.com Previous Next