Frances Russell
Occupational Therapist
Whirinaki
East Tamaki

I have worked with children and young people in mental health for the last 4 years. During that time I have had the privilege of being involved in TSI groups both with young people and their families. TSI invites the young person into the story to learn about themselves, in a way which is not confrontational, yet promotes empowering experiences of personal development. I have seen ongoing and permanent changes in the lives of kids that have experienced TSI, in the way they view themselves, their world, and the people around them. I would recommend the use of TSI in any kind of institution, whether that is a health service, a school or perhaps your own family. TSI is not only for kids. It also changes the people who facilitate the group, because you cannot approach a journey such as TSI and be inauthentic in the way that you respond to the issues raised in those groups. TSI not only invites you to become part of an exciting journey, but to face head on the challenges in your own life, whilst gently planting powerful seeds of change.