Originally from Ireland, I made Perth my home thirteen years ago with my husband and our two children. I am a Senior Social Worker with over 17 years of experience across clinical practice, research, and health education. My clinical work has spanned Ireland, England, and Australia, primarily within healthcare settings.

In 2019, following many years as a hospital social worker at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital in Perth, I began my PhD at The University of Western Australia. My research focused on self-identity in adults living with the chronic condition Cystic Fibrosis. I am an honorary member of the Institute for Respiratory Health and have a strong interest in healthcare communication, empowerment, health equity, and promoting a biopsychosocial approach to care. Striving for social justice is at the heart of both my personal and professional life, and this commitment continues to shape my research and teaching.

In 2025, I completed my PhD and joined UWA as a Lecturer in Social Work and Social Policy. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue learning, collaborate with colleagues, expand my research, and support the next generation of social workers by sharing insights from my practice.