I am a qualified sex therapist with a Master of Science in Medicine and have had nearly 20 years professional experience in sexual health, relationships, child development, and sexual trauma.

I have three strands of work that all support each other - as a therapist I specialise in relationships, sex, and the cultural influences on relationship expectations and norms. I take a sociological lens and delve into the impact of culture on relationships and sexual wellbeing from childhood to adulthood. The second strand is helping adults talk to children and teenagers about the ‘tricky topics’ - sex, porn, grooming, abuse, consent, online safety. I work in schools and community groups every week to offer practical guidance on how to do this. My third strand is advocacy - I challenge Government or tech companies to do better to protect those most vulnerable in our society. I believe in working on the front lines with people, and also working towards structural and policy change. I have delivered a TEDx talk and speak internationally on topics of intimacy, relationships, sexual culture, and child development. I pride myself on being a trusted guide through the complexities of human connection and sexual well-being.
I live in Auckland, New Zealand, am happily married to an amazing man, and we are proud but exhausted parents of three boys.
Qualifications
- Master of Science in Medicine, Sex Therapy (University of Sydney, Australia)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Counseling (University of Auckland, New Zealand)
- Bachelor Social Sciences, major in Sociology & Social Policy (University of Waikato, New Zealand)
Experience
- Clinical Work / Private Practice
- Therapist - Individual & Couples Therapy
- Child & Adolescent Trauma Therapist
- Parenting Consultant
- Parent workshops and professional development
- Sex education in high schools
- Resource development, consultation on national curriculum and guidelines
- The Tricky Chats Parenting Course
- Online Couples Courses
Research and Advocacy
- Co Founder, Makes Sense (online regulation of illegal sexual content)
- Research & Training Lead, The Light Project (porn research and resource development)