I have always been deeply fascinated by people, how we think, how we respond, what shapes our choices, and what helps us move forward. More than anything, I have always loved connecting with people, and that love is what has guided me into this work.

What resonates with me most about FABIC is the understanding that behaviour is something a person does, not who they are. I hold that very closely in the way I work. I believe every person is inherently valuable, loveable and capable of change, no matter what they have been through or what behaviours may be showing up in their life.

I currently work in child protection, where I support children and families in complex circumstances, and I am also studying a double degree in Social Work and Psychology. Alongside this, I volunteer with Lifeline, which has strengthened my ability to stay calm, present and connected in emotionally intense situations. Across these spaces, I have continued to build the same skillset: listening deeply, remaining steady under pressure, and helping people feel safe enough to make different choices.

One of the things I know I do well is stay settled in high-stress environments. I do not take behaviour personally, and I believe that calm, grounded support can completely shift the direction of a situation. I have seen firsthand how a simple, well-held conversation in the right moment can help someone step away from aggression, re-centre themselves, and choose a different path, not only for themselves, but for the people around them as well.

I feel especially drawn to working with children and young people. I love meeting children at their level, building trust with them, and supporting the adults around them to create more safety, understanding and consistency. I also feel comfortable working with families and individuals from highly challenging backgrounds, including situations involving violence, trauma, incarceration, or significant emotional dysregulation. I approach this work without judgment. For me, it is always about seeing the person clearly, understanding what is happening underneath the behaviour, and supporting meaningful change with compassion and responsibility.

My path into this work has felt deeply aligned for a long time. Since I was young, I have been drawn to helping people through difficult emotional experiences, and over time that has unfolded into counselling, crisis support, child protection, and now behaviour support. It feels purposeful to me, and I feel genuinely honoured to be part of people’s lives in this way.

For support coordinators and families, I bring warmth, emotional steadiness, honesty and a strong belief in people’s ability to grow. I care deeply about helping children, families and support teams feel more equipped, more connected, and more hopeful about what is possible.