For over two decades, I’ve worked alongside educators, school leaders, and students to help build school communities where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.

I founded Restorative Pathways to combine my passion for education, my deep belief in the power of restorative practices, and my desire to help schools create relational, thriving cultures where wellbeing is not just talked about — it’s embedded into the way people teach, lead, and connect.

I’ve wanted to teach for as long as I can remember. As a child, I would create pretend classrooms in my bedroom, taking the roll and setting up lessons for my teddy bears. That same desire — to help others feel included and capable — still fuels my work today.

I hold a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) from the University of Melbourne. This unique combination of teaching experience and wellbeing science allows me to deliver training and support that’s both evidence-based and deeply human.

My professional journey began in the classroom and has evolved into roles as a consultant, trainer, and international speaker. I’ve had the privilege of working with schools across Australia and beyond — including long-term partnerships with schools in Hong Kong, Victoria, and the ACT.

It was during my early teaching career in the ACT that I first discovered Restorative Practices. I felt an immediate and deep connection — it aligned with how I already viewed students, relationships, and learning. That moment shaped the direction of my career.

A grant-funded project allowed me to lead an action research team exploring how to implement and sustain restorative practices across five ACT schools. It was a turning point, and it set the foundation for what would become Restorative Pathways.

Over the years, I’ve seen the impact of this work ripple through schools — improving connection, reducing harm, and creating cultures where students and staff can flourish together.

I believe that: