No one works in isolation — and the way I work with families is shaped by the voices, ideas, knowledge, bravery, advocacy and creativity of others.
This is a place where I share the people, podcasts, books, communities, and artists that influence how I think, learn, and approach supporting neurodiverse minds.
From behaviour specialists like Dr Ross Greene to inspiring podcasts, artists who spark new ways of seeing, and communities that remind us we’re not alone — these are the ideas and perspectives I return to again and again.
I hope these resources can spark curiosity, reflection, and encouragement for you too — whether you’re a parent, a professional, or someone exploring your own neurodivergent journey.
The Shine Collective
People & Frameworks
That Guide My Work
Dr Ross Greene
Psychologist, Author and creator of the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) Behaviour Model.
Dr Shelley Moore
Accomplished teacher, researcher, consultant, and storyteller dedicated to championing inclusive education for all students.
Katie Novak
International Universal Design for Learning (UDL) expert, Speaker, Educator and Author of 16 books!
Big Picture Learning
In Big Picture schools learning is highly personalised and based on students' passions. Relevance is critical and achieved in the links between school and internship providers. Big Picture students spend up to two days each week in an interest-based and curriculum-linked internship with a mentor from the community.
Illume Learning
Provides dynamic training, engaging resources and customised consultancy services to both educators and parents.
Berry Street Education Model (BSEM) trauma informed practice
Educator-designed, evidence-informed framework that equips teachers with practical tools to create classrooms where every student feels safe, engaged, and ready to learn.
Kylie Captain
Writer and facilitator of Aboriginal cultural capability training and professional learning for teachers and leaders.
School Can’t Australia
Australia's largest parent/carer support network and lived-experience knowledge organisation for school attendance difficulties, we're here to offer support, guidance, and understanding grounded in collective wisdom from over 16,500 families.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
CAST (Center for Applied Special Technology) developed the UDL framework to improve teaching and learning based on cognitive neuroscience. It aims to create flexible, inclusive learning environments that remove barriers by providing multiple means of Engagement, Representation, and Action & Expression.
Polyvagal Theory
Emphasises the role the autonomic nervous system, especially the vagus nerve plays in regulating our health and behaviour.
The Brain Gut Connection
The gut-brain connection is complex and bidirectional. Signals pass both ways between your digestive system and central nervous system, and health or disease in one can affect the other. Key players in this connection include your enteric nervous system, your vagus nerve and your gut microbiome.
The Neurodivergent Woman
The podcast that deepens your understanding of neurodivergence through compassionate interviews, practical strategies, and the latest research—empowering you to thrive in a neurotypical world.
Jeremy Godwin
Writer and podcaster from Australia specialising in mental health and wellbeing.
Podcasts
At Peace Parents
Casey Ehrlich, PhD, lead researcher of Persistent Drive for Autonomy (PDA) in the US, founded At Peace Parents to help parents of PDA children and teens save years of the trial and error, isolation and pain she endured before she knew how to raise her own PDA son.
Hacking your ADHD
Explore ways that you can work with your ADHD brain to do more of the things you want to do. If you have ADHD or someone in your life does and you want to get organised, get focused and get motivated then this podcast is for you.
Meet My Autistic Brain
The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research.
The School Can’t Experience
Caring for a young person who's struggling to attend school can be a very stressful and isolating experience but you are not alone.
WTF is AuDHD?
An independent podcast by neurodivergent sisters Ellie & Paige. Diagnosed late, here to educate!
Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson
Based on Dr. Rick Hanson‘s 45+ years of helping people, and alongside an amazing group of expert guests, Rick and Forrest Hanson have helped hundreds of thousands of people learn the best lessons from clinical psychology, contemplative practice, and many lifetimes of experience.
