My path to counselling has been anything but traditional, yet one constant has always guided me: a desire to help others.
That desire showed up early. As a child in Melbourne, my favourite teddy, Big Ted, was often in conflict with his friend, Little Ted. I did my best to help them “talk it out” so they could return to building cubby houses together. My skills may have developed since then, but my heart for helping others has remained unchanged.
When I was in my early 20s, a last-minute call for help took me to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, where I cared for four adorable (and a little demanding) dogs while their owners were away. What began as a short trip soon became an eight-year adventure, including my working in New York and London as an expatriate manager in the HR department at Goldman Sachs. There, I supported families with the social and emotional realities of relocating across the world, deepening my understanding of change and transition.
When I returned to Melbourne, I launched Photo Helper to help families organise their photo collections and co-created the DIY Photo Organising Podcast, now the number one global podcast on the topic. It was through this work that I saw how often photos stirred grief, overwhelm, and tender memories — the beginning of my shift toward counselling.
I realised some people needed more than practical organising support — they also needed space to process what surfaced. That’s when I returned to study and completed a Bachelor of Counselling.
Through Counselling Memories, I now bring both worlds together:
This work is about creating a calm and caring space where you can feel supported, build confidence, and take steady steps forward — whether with your photos or with the emotions they bring.
A gentle first session that focuses on what feels important, whether short-term support or ongoing care.
Trauma-informed support to notice what arises and find calm, clarity, and space to go deeper if needed.
Reflect on what you’ve uncovered, honour what’s tender, and leave with a clearer path and new ways to care for yourself.
Outside of counselling, my life is grounded by a deep sense of spiritual connection and the relationships that bring joy and meaning — time with friends, shared laughter, and lingering conversations. I find renewal in the beauty and calm of watching the sun rise, marvelling at nature, and reflecting on awe-inspiring moments, which I can always find within my day. Fun and humour are part of who I am too — they remind me, alongside faith and friendship, that life’s simple moments are often the ones that matter most. These same values shape the way I offer counselling: with warmth, care, and a faith-filled trust in the healing power of deep connection and understanding.
I am a registered member of several leading counselling associations in Australia, which means my work is guided by strong ethical frameworks and ongoing professional development:
Being part of these associations ensures I stay accountable to professional codes of ethics, continue regular supervision and training, and provide counselling that meets recognised standards of safety and care.
