Sammi Peterson

Kia ora, my name is Sammi.  I am a Youth Development Worker.  I facilitate an environment where our beautiful rangatahi can be heard, seen and understood by enhancing their sense of belonging, self-worth and confidence. I’m passionate about supporting our rangatahi to unlock their full potential by pulling on all pillars of Hauora. My role consists of many delights one of […]

Jane Iopu

Fakaalofa lahi atu and Talofa everyone.  My name is Jane and I am the Youth Health Senior Administrator at the Youth Health Hub. In my role you will see me at the front desk or floating around our Youth Health clinics in Henderson or Glenfield. I provide IT and administrative support to our fantastic clinicians at the Youth Health […]

Jodi Cash

Kia ora! My name is Jodi and my role is the Nurse Educator for School Based Health Services, which basically means I support the nurses who work in high schools, alternative education, teen parent units and kura in the Waitematā region. I’ve been working in the Youth Health space as a registered nurse for over 20 years and […]

Heloise Pilling

My name is Heloise (pronounced El-o-ease) and I am the programme manager for Primary Mental Health Services. I am a Registered Nurse with over 30 years experience in Child and Youth Mental Health. Originally from the UK, I moved to Aotearoa in 2002. I am passionate about youth mental health and ensuring young people have access to opportunities […]

Lorraine Maxwell

My name is Lorraine, and I am the Programme Manager for School Based Health Services (SBHS). This means that I work with the highly skilled nurses and doctors that deliver healthcare in schools in the West Auckland area. I am a Registered Nurse and have a passion for youth health, figuring out ways to ensure […]

Mo Harte

Hey there! Meet Mo, our nurse practitioner who’s been rocking the youth health scene for over 20 years. She’s all about helping young folks and those who care about them unleash their full potential and be their best selves. Mo’s not just experienced, she’s passionate about what she does. She is super connected and always has a can-do attitude. Oh, and […]

Rau Junior Atua-Tavai

My name is Rau Junior Atua-Tavai. I am the Youth Development lead and Parenting Coordinator working as part of the primary mental health team at the Youth Hub.  A major part of my role is mentoring and facilitating Life skill programmes in schools.  I also facilitate parenting programmes for young parents more specifically for young […]

Katie Lancaster

Tēna koutou katoa, nau mai haere mai. Ko Katie Lancaster toku ingoa. No Heretaunga ahau.  I have been in the North Shore of Auckland since 2006. With my teacher husband and 2 school aged girls I enjoy exploring the beautiful coastal and bush lands of Aotearoa. Our family also volunteers for Blind Low Vision NZ helping raise guide […]

Michael Brenndorfer

Meet Michael Brenndorfer, our dedicated Youth Health Nurse Practitioner who has been a vital part of our clinic since 2017. Michael is passionate about empowering young people to live healthy, happy lives and be their true selves. With expertise in mental health support, sexual health, gender affirming care, chronic health issues, and navigating social stressors, Michael provides compassionate […]

Tanya Mulholland

Kia OraKo Tanya toku ingoaNo South Africa ahau I’m the Practice Manager at the Youth Health Clinic, I have been at the Youth Health Hub since it first opened. I am usually tucked away in the back office supporting everyone in the clinic, from the wonderful welcoming administration team and the highly skilled clinicians who are passionate about […]