My Kaupapa – The Heart of My Mahi

My kaupapa is grounded in connection, acceptance, respect and the understanding that wellbeing encompasses the whole person.

I believe everyone deserves to feel safe, valued and accepted, regardless of their background, identity, life experiences or circumstances.

Mirimiri provides an opportunity to pause, reconnect and give attention to ourselves.

My approach recognises the interconnectedness of the different dimensions of hauora:

Taha Tinana – Physical wellbeing

Acknowledging the body, its needs, physical tension, movement and the importance of rest and restoration.

Taha Hinengaro – Mental and emotional wellbeing

Making space for emotions, thoughts, experiences and the challenges we carry through life.

Taha Wairua – Spiritual wellbeing

Honouring the wairua, inner connection, beliefs, identity and the things that give our lives meaning.

Taha Whānau – Family and social wellbeing

Recognizing the importance of relationships, belonging, support and connection with others.

Whenua – Connection to land and roots

Acknowledging whakapapa, tūrangawaewae, identity and our relationship with the natural world.

I approach each person as an individual. There is no expectation to share more than you wish, and no judgement about where you have come from or what you may be experiencing.

My mahi is guided by respect for the person, their boundaries, their experiences and their own journey.

You don't need to explain who you are or justify your story. You are welcome exactly as you are.