Since University I have worked exclusively in education, specialising in working with children with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH), trauma, and Autism.Over this time I have qualified as a senior mental health lead, an emotional literacy support assistant and level 3 counselling training.I have used this skillset to provide targeted interventions for pupils in schools to help build self-esteem, a sense of belonging and responsibility, and ultimately give children the tools to communicate and self-regulate safely.I use a person-centred approach to working with pupils, targeting the source of the behaviour, never punishing the result. My techniques are informed by scientific theory and research, but are also guided by philosophers such as Kant and Lao Tzu, as well as skills learned throughout my counselling training.