Tēnā koutou katoa,
Ko Tuao Wharepapa tōku maunga,
Ko Ilm tōku awa,
Ko Tiamana tōku iwi,
Ko Kaimahi Toko i Te Ora tōku mahi,

Ko Simon tōku ingoa.
Nō reira, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa.

I trained as a social worker in Germany with a specific focus on systemic change and equitable access to health services. I have been calling Nelson my home for over 11 years now and have been working in the Early Intervention in Psychosis space since 2018. I thoroughly enjoy working alongside whānau and continue to be inspired by their resilience and resourcefulness. I have a particular interest in supporting rangatahi impacted by trauma and adversity and enjoy working with young people that are neurodivergent.

I have two little ‘kiwis’ at home, both my children were born in Nelson and keep me entertained outside of work. I am a keen Ultimate Frisbee player, enjoy tramping and drinking coffee.