Vanessa is an experienced social worker, starting her journey as a School Chaplain. She then moved to delivering the award-winning DRUMBEAT social emotional program. Vanessa was a national and international trainer in the DRUMBEAT program training professionals in the health and education sectors. She has run a variety of group programs with a focus on overall wellbeing and mental wellness for both adults and young people. Vanessa has worked with vulnerable people and communities including families and families with special needs. She also facilities the “Tuning into Kids” emotion coaching parent program. Vanessa specialises in overall mental health, advocacy and transitioning and managing life stages using talk-based therapy and creative art therapy.