I am committed to living a conscious, loving, compassionate, and connected life. I believe that implementing the principles of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) into my life is a way in which I can endeavor to reach that place every day. My greatest joy is connecting with others and hearing them breathe out as they know they have been heard. I believe the greatest gift I can give any human being is my presence.

I have had 16 years of experience in primary school teaching, further education, and family work both in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. I love spending time with family, friends, and that groovy guy called Wayne. I love the bush, learning, and growth, travel, having fun, supporting families and teenagers, being crazy, and doing the things that juice and connect me.

My Foundation Training was in London with Darren and Anna followed by Foundation and Intermediate Trainings with Ron Ngata (NZ Certified Trainer). I have been fortunate to have attended other training with overseas trainers such as Ike Lassiter, John Cunningham, Robert Gonzales, Dorset Campbell Ross, and Milli O’Nair. I am currently exploring Sociocracy with John Buck and am a board member of NVC Aotearoa NZ Charitable Trust. Community, Contribution, and creating, inviting & sharing opportunities for others to contribute and come together are my primary motivators in meeting my needs for meaning and purpose.