Our authors

Lisa is a family therapist,relationship consultant, speaker and founder of Strengthening Families Australia with over twenty-five years of experience walking alongside thousands of families, schools and organisations across Australia.

Andy has been teaching children and adults for many years. More recently he has been running workshops to help families connect. They focus on ‘life skills’ that are vital for our children and teenagers to succeed.

Andrew is a clinical psychologist and family therapist who works with people to create futures they can fall in love with. He works with schools, communities and organisations in Asia, the UK, New Zealand and Australia, specialising in neuroscience and learning, resilience and wellbeing.

Vanessa is a Sexuality Educator and parent of three wonderful teens. She is the founder of Talking The Talk Healthy Sexuality Education, working as a highly respected and sought after speaker, author and educator.

Dale and Paul bring over 40 years of combined expertise to the world of play and wellbeing. As co-directors of The School of Play, they've transformed thousands of lives through their innovative approach to joy and connection.

Evelyn s a psychologist, professional speaker, best-selling author, and regular media commentator. She has spent more than four decades helping students and adults develop social survival skills and managing bullying in schools and the workplace.

Shelley is a senior lecturer in the School of Education and an award-winning author, facilitator in Restorative Practice and HeartMath Coach and Mentor. She runs workshops and professional development on mitigating the impact of stress at home and in classrooms.

Conor is a young person shaking up the family violence system, determined to use his lived experience as a male survivor to drive change that matters in Victoria. In 2023, he published The Shadow that Follows, a children’s book empowering readers with a message of hope and resilience.