Northern Rivers Team

  • A woman standing outdoors in the rain holding a clear umbrella with raindrops on it, smiling, with a wall of sake barrels behind her, wearing a beige jacket and a beige purse with a yellow flower clip.

    Rachel

    Location Byron Bay

    About Rachel grew up in Hong Kong and lived in California before moving over to Australia. She has experience teaching people with disabilities to scuba dive.

    Education Bachelor of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences.

    Strengths Experience in mental health and trauma informed practice and interested in LGBTQIA.

    Interests Loves spending time outdoors whether its surfing, camping, running or reading.

    Fun Fact Loves running marathons.

    Superpower Listening to others and always staying grounded.

  • A young man stands on a beach at sunset, smiling, wearing a Quiksilver jacket, a black cap, and beige shorts, with a sunset sky and distant mountains in the background.

    Wes

    Location Lennox Head

    About Wes grew up in W.A but now calls the Northern Rivers home. He has 5 years experience providing person-centred care with genuineness and a fun, easy-going attitude.

    Education Psychology.

    Strengths Listening skills, calmness under pressure, having fun.

    Interests Ocean, health, fitness, outdoors.

    Fun Fact Respresented Australia in Stand Up Paddle Surfing.

    Superpower Ability to connect with everyone.

  • Agustina

    Agustina

    Location Byron bay

    About Agustina was born in a city in the south of Argentina but has called Australia home for 7 years.

    Education Psychology.

    Strengths Passionate about building genuine connections that enhance each person’s independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.

    Interests Music, being creative, cooking, camping and being in nature.

    Fun Fact Has a great sense of humour.

    Superpower Empathy.

  • A smiling man with dark, curly hair, a beard, and a mustache, wearing a light-colored t-shirt, against a plain white background.

    Dani

    Location Suffolk Park

    About Dani grew up in a tiny village in Spain but has lived in Australia for 10 years.

    Education Social Work and Special Needs Teaching.

    Strengths Dani has a a wealth of knowledge and experience and has been working in the sector since 2008.

    Interests Exploring the outdoors, board games, cooking, running, and travel.

    Fun Fact Loves exploring nature.

    Superpower Making others feel at ease.

  • A woman with dark hair and blue eyes smiling at the camera, sitting next to a bed with a brown dog resting on a fluffy gray blanket, in a vehicle with a wooden wall and pillows in the background.

    Naroa

    Location Suffolk Park

    About Grew up in Spain where she studied and worked for many years in the sector.

    Education Social Education and Masters in Sexology & Counselling.

    Strengths Experience working in mental health, physical disabilities, and with transgender kids and adults.

    Interests Frida the dog, bushwalking, Pilates, Acro yoga, running, swimming, and camping.

    Fun Fact Performs fire acrobatic.

    Superpower Makes things happen.

  • A man sitting outdoors on a wooden bench, smiling, wearing a white t-shirt and black shorts, with tattoos on his left leg and right arm, under a clear blue sky with green trees and plants in the background.

    Sam

    Location Alstonville

    About Sam grew up in Melbourne before moving to the Northern Rivers to enjoy the beach life in 2017.

    Education Certificate IV in Community Services.

    Strengths Empathy, kindness, and honesty.

    Interests Writing music, dancing, and eating delicious food.

    Fun Fact Has a huge shoe collection. 

    Superpower Parallel parking.

  • A woman with blonde hair wearing sunglasses and a patterned jacket standing outdoors with a scenic backdrop of a mountainous coastline and ocean.

    Belen

    Location Lennox Head

    About Belen is one of five children. Born in Argentina, she has called Australia home for 8 years.

    Education Educational Psychology.

    Strengths Experience and academic studies in Autism Spectrum Disorder and developmental disorders.

    Interests Taking analog photos, practicing yoga, and embroidering.

    Fun Fact Enjoys traveling and learning from cultural diversity.

    Superpower Always evolving.

  • A smiling man in a gray beanie and a tan plaid jacket standing outdoors in front of a tree.

    Chris

    Location Byron Bay

    About Chris moved to the Northern Rivers 6 years ago to be closer to nature and the ocean.

    Education Diploma of Counselling and Community Services. Qualified meditation teacher. Studying Psychology.

    Strengths Gentle, receptive, patient, aware, reliable, and kind.

    Interests Surfing, camping, mental health, music, growing plants, meditation, and indigenous culture.

    Fun Fact Sleep walks.

    Superpower Sensitivity.

  • A smiling woman with long brown hair, sunglasses on her head, wearing a strapless top and striped shorts, standing next to a goat at a farm or petting zoo, with green trees in the background.

    Bianca

    Location Elanora

    About Bianca grew up in Tasmania with 4 siblings. Her dad was in the Army which gave her the opportunity to travel and adventure around Australia.

    Education Bachelor of Counselling, Cert IV in Personal Training, Cert III in Community Services.

    Strengths Mental health and trauma informed practice.

    Interests Going to the gym, hiking, camping, gardening, reading, going to the movies and anything to do with animals.

    Fun Fact Bianca has two rescue dogs, one rescue horse and one snake.

    Superpower Adaptability.

  • Josi

    Location Ocean Shores

    About Josi grew up with her three siblings in Germany before moving to Australia.

    Education Social Work.

    Strengths Mental Health, Physical Wellbeing and Personal Growth.

    Interests Travelling, camping, surfing, cooking and hiking.

    Fun Fact Josi’s friends encouraged her to move to Australia!

    Superpower Highly empathetic and caring.

  • A young man outdoors in a white t-shirt, standing in front of green trees and sunlight.

    Jonas

    Location Byron Bay

    About Jonas was born in Córdoba, Argentina. He has been living in Australia since 2019, where one of his most meaningful experiences has been learning to surf.

    Education Human Resources and Certified Life Coach.

    Strengths Mental Health and Trauma-informed practice.

    Interests Sports, surfing, gym, nature, camping, health, wellness and reading.

    Fun Fact Jonas has a strong ability to read body language and intuitively pick up on how people are feeling.

    Superpower Positivity.

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    Zahli

    Location Byron Bay

    About Growing up in the small coastal town of Kilcunda, Victoria, Zahli spent much of their childhood by the beach, fostering a deep love for the ocean and the outdoors.

    Education Psychology.

    Strengths Mental Health and supporting Children.

    Interests Reading, learning, nature and hiking.

    Fun Fact Zahli can play the guitar!

    Superpower Communication.

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    Andrea

    Location New Brighton

    About Andrea grew up on the coast of Western Australia. Since then, she’s made her way further south and settled in the beautiful town of New Brighton in the Northern Rivers — a place that now feels like home.

    Education Diploma in Community Services and is currently completing a Diploma in Kinesiology.

    Strengths With a trauma-informed and inclusive approach, Andrea brings experience in supporting individuals with diverse mental health, developmental, and behavioural needs.

    Interests Nature, reading and creating tinctures with her herbs!

    Fun Fact Stepping outside her comfort zone.

    Superpower Providing a safe space for people to be themselves.

  • A man wearing a wide-brimmed cowboy hat with a braided band, standing outdoors on a porch or patio, with a grassy field, trees, and cloudy sky in the background.

    Darren

    Location Lismore

    About Since the age of 21, Darren has lived in Lismore. He has travelled across Australia working in the cattle industry, mining sector, and tourism!

    Education Community Services, Equine Management and Natural Horsemanship.

    Strengths Mental health and Trauma Informed Practice.

    Interests Hiking, camping trips, kayaking, 4W driving, archery, survival living and ethical, and sustainable meat harvesting.

    Fun Fact He’s a comic.

    Superpower Being Darren!

  • Pedro

    Location Byron Bay

    About Pedro grew up in Argentina and has one brother. Pedro is calm, grounded and easy to get along with.

    Education Bachelor of Psychology, with postgraduate training in adolescents and sport. Currently studying Certificate III in Individual Support.

    Strengths Through his psychology background, is experienced with mental health and emotional wellbeing.

    Interests Football, staying active, spending time outdoors, camping, reading, travelling and sharing good food with friends.

    Fun Fact Has done stand up comedy before, which was both terrifying and fun.

    Superpower Staying grounded and patient, especially in challenging situations.

  • Smiling woman with blonde hair wearing a brown cowboy hat, gold hoop earrings, and a white sleeveless top, sitting outdoors with a bicycle mounted on the wall behind her.

    Sophie

    Location Ocean Shores

    About Sophie was born in Houston (Texas), grew up in Sydney and moved to the Northern Rivers 3yrs ago. Has 4 older siblings and all her 5 kids were born in different countries around the world.

    Education Travel and Tourism Management.

    Strengths‍ ‍Experience in mental health and disability support. Particularly interested in outdoor education/nature therapy.

    Interests Surfing, camping, music, dancing, nature exploring, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

    Fun Fact Lived in Greece for 3 years working as a windsurf instructor

    Superpower Big smile :)

  • A woman with curly red hair and blue eyes smiling at the camera, sitting at a table indoors with a wooden ceiling and door in the background.

    Alienor

    Location Mullumbimby

    About Alienor is French-Australian and the eldest of five girls. Alienor is friendly, responsible and outgoing.

    Education Art Therapy - Psychotherapy Doctorate. Diploma in Visual Arts Cert III in Floristry.

    Strengths‍ ‍Deeply empathetic, caring, patient and adaptable to people's needs. Also, the ability to bring humour and lightness to situations which feel sad, dark and challenging.

    Interests Cooking, gardening, floristry, music, films, fashion, water, and food.

    Fun Fact She couldn't speak English until the age of 13.

    Superpower Ability to spot beauty anywhere and everywhere.

  • A young woman with blonde hair sitting on a wooden bench, smiling, wearing a colorful patterned shirt, and a beige tote bag over her shoulder. Green leafy trees are visible in the background.

    Natalia

    Location Byron Bay

    About Natalia grew up in Spain where she had experience working in mental health, child protection and family violence.

    Education Social Work.

    Strengths A great listener who can connect with anyone.

    Interests Surfing, diving, camping, board games and learning to sew.

    Fun Fact Enthusiastically clumsy.

    Superpower Making people laugh.