About Us

With over a decade of experience as both a schoolteacher and a social worker, alongside five years integrating social work with surfing, I specialise in supporting individuals facing complex mental health challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and ADHD.

Growing up with a deep connection to the ocean, I dreamed of a life spent swimming and surfing every day. Today, I’m fortunate to live that dream while helping others discover the healing power of the waves.

My mission is to make surfing accessible to everyone, enabling individuals to experience not just the thrill of catching waves but also the profound therapeutic benefits of the ocean.

Drawing from my professional expertise and my own personal journey through mental health challenges and recovery from addiction, I take a holistic approach to my work. I bring a calm and grounded presence to every session, helping my clients cultivate resilience, mindfulness, and somatic awareness. Together, we explore how the ocean can foster healing, growth, and self-discovery.

As a proud father and a long-time resident of the Sunshine Coast, where I’ve lived for over 20 years, I’m deeply committed to supporting mental wellness and personal transformation within our community. The ocean is not just my playground but a powerful resource for connection, healing, and joy—a gift I love sharing with others.

Whether you’re looking to overcome challenges, build confidence, or simply reconnect with nature, I’d be honoured to help you experience the magic of the waves.

With over a decade of experience as a social worker, I have dedicated my career to family support, community development, dual diagnosis therapy, and university-level education. As a radical, critical social worker and relational community development practitioner, my approach is intentionally decolonised, participatory, and deeply committed to fostering inclusion and equity.

I believe in celebrating the innate strengths of individuals and communities, championing their right to contribute and challenge stigma, oppression, and injustice. My passion lies in fostering social connection and resilience, using creativity and collaboration to empower people as change-makers in their own lives and communities.

At Making Waves, I combine my love for surfing and the ocean with trauma-informed, inclusive, and accessible therapeutic practices. Guided by the healing power of the waves, I work with women, people with disabilities, and those navigating complex mental health challenges, ASD, ADHD, or physical disabilities to support growth and connection. Through individual surf therapy sessions or small-group experiences, I create safe, supportive spaces where participants can build confidence, reduce anxiety, and nurture a sense of belonging.

By embracing the natural rhythms of the ocean and life, I help participants find balance, reclaim their sense of empowerment, and connect meaningfully with others.

My expertise includes crafting tailored NDIS review reports, treatment plans, and creative solutions to meet the unique needs of individuals and families, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to experience the transformative power of the sea.