Jenni is an experienced trainer and facilitator with a particular interest in mental health, emotional resilience, parenting and child development. She is a qualified Mental Health First Aid Instructor (MHFA England), guidance counsellor and teacher.

Jenni holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology & Communications (BA), a Masters degree in Education focused on adult learning (M.Phil Edu) and a PGCE in Life Orientation (PSHE).

Her professional background is varied and includes roles in education, psychology, counselling, the prison system, and the media (including TV and radio).  She has also worked as a volunteer for Lifeline and Childline.

Jenni was born and bred in Cape Town, South Africa.  She has lived in five different countries and is accustomed to dealing with change, different cultures and honing adaptability.  She has experienced personal trauma in her own life which has, in turn, steered her career path. It has given her insight, compassion and determination to encourage and support as many people as possible in their own journeys of knowledge and awareness around mental health and emotional resilience.