About me

I have an interesting background and story.

I was adopted from South Korea at 5 months into the love of a new family - Mark Le Messurier, Sharon Palm and my older adopted sister, Kim. The result is that I really appreciate being adopted because if it had not have happened my life would've been very different than it is today.

I grew up in Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills, before moving to Rose Park and attending Rose Park Primary School. I attended Marryatville High School and graduated in 2002.

I attended the University of Adelaide and completed a Bachelor of Social Sciences (majoring in psychology), followed by a Bachelor of Commerce (Management). Commerce provided me with the opportunity to incorporate psychology into the business world. Throughout my 6 years at University, I mentored and tutored primary and secondary students with a variety of learning and emotional needs. My dad was never too far away when I needed advice, resources or inspiration. I am currently completing a degree in Counselling as a part time student.

After completing my degrees, I entered full time work as an executive assistant with a well-known psychology coaching organisation. Over the past 2 years I've managed the South Australian branch of an international engraving business. While both jobs have involved long hours, my commitment to 'mentoring and coaching' students has remained obvious. History has taught me it's where I find satisfaction and pleasure. The notion of making a difference to a young person's life is a big motivator for me. Being able to play a role in their lives, even in some small way, and helping them overcome hurdles is such a healthy win/win legacy. The relationships that I have built over the years with both students and their families continue to delight me. I feel proud and privileged that I have been able to share in their lives.

My mother and father have always been encouraging of me, and while I have not always made the perfect decisions or chosen the easy routes, my parents, sister, Kim, and friends have been there to remind me what is important. I know from my journey, and from my work, that what's most important, are quality connections - family and friendship.

At the start of 2013, I took the steps to begin working alongside my Dad and develop my own practice, mentoring and coaching primary and secondary students. Presently, I have 30 regular students that I see on an individual basis for a variety of support. I also facilitate 3 'What's the Buzz?' social skills and friendship training groups weekly, for students, especially young teens. In addition, I co-facilitate with Dad in his 5 'Buzz' groups each week.