Professional Reflection Michelle Saleeba Professional Reflection Michelle Saleeba

Professional Reflection: Mums the Word

Between 2008 and 2012, I facilitated a creative support program for young mothers in Albany, Western Australia. This professional reflection explores the origins of the program, the clinical relevance of arts-based approaches for teenage parents, and how this formative experience helped shape my integrative approach to mental health practice. Drawing on current research and lived experience, the post highlights the enduring value of accessible, creative interventions in early parenting support.

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