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I was 6 when I decided to be a Special Education Teacher, I remember the day and moment vividly. I met a girl named Lisa. Her parents taught me that this young lady was deaf, blind, intellectually impaired and had limited communication.

I said “oh, ok” asked a couple more questions about how best she communicates. I attempted my best to interpret, to communicate and to be with Lisa in that moment.

Meeting Lisa plotted a life path for me. Since then I’ve had the pleasure of meeting so many people, their parents and families who continue to teach me. 

This is at the very heart of why I created Echo Back and the reason I love what I do.  

I aim to be your local Support Specialist. 

Background

I am an accredited Rehabilitation Counsellor and a member of ASORC (Australian Society Of Rehabilitation Counsellors). I have officially as of 17th December 2019, gained my Masters in Health Science (Rehabilitation Counselling) from La Trobe Universiy.

I hold a Masters in Social Science (Policy & Human Services) with Distinction from RMIT. Graduating in 2013 Community Development and policy advocacy is my focus. 

My undergraduate degree was a Bachelor of Education (Special Education) majoring in Intellectual and Multiple Impairments at Griffith University, Brisbane, graduating in 1998.

I have taught for 20 plus years in Longreach, London, Cairo, Croydon SDS, Bulleen Heights School, Western Autistic School, Ashwood School (CRT), Mount Evelyn SDS (CRT – now Yarra Ranges SDS) and had the opportunity to be a live-in Assistant for people with Spinal Cord Injury and travelling with clients across Europe. 

​It is time to embark on my own counselling and consultancy business…it’s an evolving process and journey I look forward to growing.

Please feel free to ask me questions and discuss how I may assist you best.