Wakatipu Medical Health, Frankton.
I am an experienced mental health worker and provide brief intervention & education for people facing a range of personal difficulties or mental health issues.
Over the past two decades I have gained significant experience across primary and community health sectors. I have particular expertise in helping:
People struggling with low mood, anxiety and depression
Those who are recovering from psychological, physical or sexual abuse
People with gambling and other addictions
People with significant mental health conditions
People facing complex and distressing domestic and family problems
My background work roles & experience is as follows:
Care & Protection Social Worker
Youth Justice Social Worker
Youth and Family therapist
Specialist Clinician for the STOP programme
Specialist Domestic Violence programme facilitator
Problem Gambling Counselling
Mental Health Professional providing brief intervention and assessment
QUALIFICATIONS
I have a diploma in Psychology and Social Work and Certificates in Counselling and Adult Teaching. I am a registered Social Worker and I regularly participate in ongoing training and professional development.