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Kimberley's journey has been shaped by both professional experience and lived experience. This deep personal connection has guided her commitment to walking alongside communities in ways that honour culture, story, and healing.

For over 15 years, Kimberley has worked with Aboriginal children, young people, families and communities across a wide range of settings. From frontline support to senior leadership, her work has always been grounded in cultural safety, trauma-informed practice, and a deep respect for community wisdom.

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​She has held significant roles including National Manager for First Nations Wellbeing & Healing at Headspace National, Statewide Practice Leader at VACCA, Senior Counsellor & Coordinator for Indigenous Health & Wellbeing at La Trobe University, focusing on culturally appropriate clinical services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Previous positions include Senior Aboriginal Clinician at Berry Street, Acting Principal Practitioner at the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA), and substantial contributions to various organisations dedicated to supporting vulnerable Aboriginal children, families and communities.

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Kimberley holds a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Postgraduate Certificate in Narrative Therapy

(GC-NTCW), Postgraduate Certificate in Child-Centred Play Therapy (CCPT), Postgraduate Certificate in Developmental Psychiatry, Diploma of Community Welfare Work & Advanced Case Management.