In an era of over scheduling, we have less time than ever to focus on creating and maintaining an authentic family life. How can we effectively navigate the complexities of family life, parenting and inter-generational communication? What evidence-based tools and strategies are most relevant? How do we mark milestones authentically?

Pixie: Family Life Consulting was created to make family life more manageable and meaningful.

I have a PhD in History from Deakin University, a Masters in Social Work from the University of Chicago and a BA (Hons I) from Sydney University. I have spent 25 years researching, studying and working in the fields of history, cultural memory, trauma, family systems, inter-generational dialogue, oral history and testimony.

I’m the co-creator of 10Q, a digital annual reflection tool which has helped thousands of people to record important life moments. I have experience in non-profit management producing projects and products and have taught graduate courses on Historical Trauma at the University of Chicago. 

I am a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers and a Licensed Social Worker in Chicago, Illinois. I live between Sydney and Chicago with my husband and 2 children.