About Target Wellbeing
Meet Debra
I’m Debra — the founder of Target Wellbeing, a long-time educator and a passionate advocate for wellbeing across the lifespan.
With over 20 years of experience in primary education, I have had the privilege of supporting thousands of children, families and educators through leadership and specialist roles including Assistant Principal, Wellbeing Coordinator and Learning Support Teacher. Throughout my career, I have seen firsthand how mindfulness, emotional literacy and evidence-based grounding practices can positively transform a child’s confidence, behaviour and ability to navigate stress, trauma and everyday challenges.
This belief in the power of wellbeing inspired the creation of Target Wellbeing — a space where evidence-informed strategies, practical tools and genuine care come together to support children, teens, parents, seniors and educators across Sydney and the NSW South Coast. My programmes are designed to nurture calm, build resilience and strengthen self-belief skills that support people at every stage of life.
On a personal note, I am a mum to three wonderful adult daughters and a proud grandmother. I am happiest when surrounded by animals, especially my much-loved 13-year-old spoodle, Matilda Anne, who often enjoys “helping” with my planning and online sessions. When I am not teaching or facilitating workshops, you will usually find me in the garden, reading a good book or spending time with my grandson — who reminds me daily why community connection and emotional wellbeing matter so deeply.
At the heart of everything I do is a simple belief:
Every person deserves the chance to thrive and with the right support, anything is possible.
At Target Wellbeing, we support children to grow in wellbeing, resilience, and confidence.
Target Wellbeing difference
At Target Wellbeing, we believe in giving children the tools they need to feel calm, confident and supported in their everyday lives.
Our evidence-informed Positive Psychology and Mindfulness programmes are designed to reduce anxiety, ease stress and strengthen resilience, helping children navigate challenges with greater confidence and emotional awareness.
We use a multi-tiered system of support to deliver practical and accessible wellbeing programmes for students, parents and staff. Each programme is created to meet a genuine need in schools, offering simple, effective strategies that empower children and the wider school community to manage stress and support positive mental health.
We are dedicated to solving several key challenges faced by our customers:
For schools
PROBLEM
Schools often struggle with managing student anxiety, stress, and overall emotional wellbeing. Staff and parents also face challenges in supporting students effectively.
SOLUTION
We offer comprehensive, evidence-based wellbeing programs tailored for students, staff, and parents. These programs are designed to provide the skills and support needed to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and build resilience within the entire school community.
For Parents
PROBLEM
Parents often need guidance on how to support their children's emotional and mental health effectively while managing their own stress.
SOLUTION
Our programs for parents provide practical strategies and support to help them create a positive environment at home, enhancing their ability to support their children's wellbeing and manage their own stress.
For Kids
SOLUTION
Our Positive Psychology and Mindfulness programs are specifically created to help kids manage these challenges. By equipping them with coping strategies and emotional resilience tools, we aim to empower children to handle life’s challenges with greater confidence and ease.
PROBLEM
Children frequently encounter stress and anxiety that can impact their daily lives and academic performance.
For Seniors
PROBLEM
Seniors may face unique emotional and mental health challenges, including stress and anxiety related to aging and life changes.
SOLUTION
We offer tailored wellbeing programs for seniors that focus on addressing these issues, promoting mental health, and providing effective coping strategies.
By purchasing our programs, customers aim to achieve a healthier, more resilient school community, better emotional management for children, effective support strategies for parents, and enhanced wellbeing for seniors. Our goal is to empower individuals across different life stages to thrive emotionally and mentally.