Anna Fleming: Supporting Māori Mental Health


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Anna Fleming had an upbringing based on service and being hospitable to others, so her curiosity led her to explore pathways in the helping professions.  A chance opportunity in social work, allowed her to grow her skills and eventually led her to retrain in psychotherapy.  Now fully qualified, Anna practices as a psychotherapist and actively champions Māori mental health and wellbeing.  In this episode, Anna shares highlights from her career journey, as well as her new path as a mum to twin boys.  

Check out the episode on Apple PodcastsSpotify, or the Career Coffee Chats website.

Chat highlights:

  • Anna talks about her early influences and how her dad and grandparents positively shaped her upbringing.
  • She explores how her experiences  as a social worker and volunteer phone counsellor lead her to retrain as a psychotherapist.
  • She shares her passion for Māori mental health and explains why psychotherapy has long-term benefits for supporting Māori.

PLUS, Anna shares her recommendations for great food experiences too. 

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