Cheryl Em

"I'm passionate about walking alongside tamariki and rangatahi, helping them navigate their mental health journeys while also supporting their whānau to build strength and resilience"

Kia ora. Ko Cheryl Em tōku ingoa. I’m an Occupational Therapist with experience in mental health, suicide prevention, and postvention. I currently work as a Clinical Advisor for the TWB and Aoake te Rā teams, where I focus on supporting young people and their whānau through both clinical and lived experience knowledge. My work is grounded in a strong belief in the power of whānau, community, and connection, and I’m driven by the idea that we can create positive change when we work together. I’m passionate about walking alongside tamariki and rangatahi, helping them navigate their mental health journeys while also supporting their whānau to build strength and resilience. My approach is always mana-enhancing, non-judgemental, and culturally responsive to ensure every person feels valued and empowered.

I live in Tāmaki with my husband and our two children, where we love spending time outdoors, with our two griffons and soaking up the sunshine. I’m a firm believer in the balance between mahi and whānau, and in my downtime, you’ll find me recharging with my loved ones and enjoying the little moments. Mauri ora!