After volunteering on our 0800 ANXIETY Helpline 2018-2020, Sheenam worked for other brief intervention helplines as a Supervisor, Advisor, and Peer Support Worker.
She has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology from the University of Auckland. Sheenam is passionate about spreading awareness, normalising mental health conversations, using her lived experience to inspire and equip clients with the right tools to help them move forward towards wellness, and helping build more resilient communities. She is delighted to be back with Anxiety NZ as our Helpline Manager and work alongside the amazing individuals who are dedicated and passionate about providing quality support to those in need.