Holding space
Podcast Description
Holding space is a podcast from Whārarau. In each episode, we sit down with people from across the infant, child, and adolescent mental health and addiction sector, and related sectors, to korero about the work, the challenges, and the heart behind supporting our tamariki and rangatahi. Join us as we hold space for honest conversations, shared learning, and collective growth. This podcast is hosted by Dr. Bronwyn Dunnachie and Tepora Pukepuke.
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The podcast focuses on themes related to infant, child, and adolescent mental health and addiction, with episodes exploring personal stories and professional insights. Topics include healing from eating disorders, mental health challenges, and innovative strategies in supporting young people, with specific episodes like 'Stories of healing from eating disorders' featuring conversations with mental health professionals and advocates.
Holding space is a podcast from Whāraurau. In each episode, we sit down with people from across the infant, child, and adolescent mental health and addiction sector, and related sectors, to korero about the work, the challenges, and the heart behind supporting our tamariki and rangatahi. Join us as we hold space for honest conversations, shared learning, and collective growth. This podcast is hosted by Dr. Bronwyn Dunnachie and Tepora Pukepuke.
In this episode, we talk to Joanne Lawless from Altogether Autism about her personal and professional journey with autism and neurodiversity. She provides historical context on how disability has been understood and offers practical guidance for practitioners working alongside autistic people and their whānau. Joanne also highlights relevant resources, coaching, and workshops available across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Joanne Lawless is a facilitator at Altogether Autism, and has extensive experience of autism, both professionally and personally. She is an experienced facilitator in adult learning. Joanne's two adult sons are autistic.
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