Let's work together

"Erika is an amazing communicator, supporter and facilitator. She goes beyond for all the people she works with, and getting to work with her is very special.
I recommend taking up this opportunity; she changes lives!"
Elise Klein (OAM), Associate Professor of Public Policy - Australian National University (ANU)

People may not always remember what was said, but they will always remember how they felt. I work from this premise.

I believe meaningful learning and lasting change happen when people feel safe to be themselves, brave enough to try something new, and free to laugh along the way.

Drawing on professional expertise and lived experience, I create engaging, experiential workshops that are both personally insightful and professionally impactful.

Through role play, improvisation, storytelling, and case studies participants step into others' shoes, build empathy, strengthen communication, and develop practical skills to confidently apply in their work and personal interactions.

Whether supporting schools, services, or organisations, my goal is simple: to create experiences that help people feel seen, valued, understood, and to make a dramatic difference.

I utilise the power of play, performance and story, and seek to unlock the language of intuition...

How I make a difference.

In a world increasingly shaped by AI, data, and rational approaches, we are learning that logic and formal training alone is not always enough—especially when working with vulnerable people.

Real-world situations, particularly in person-centred care, require presence, relational awareness and the ability to walk in another's shoes so they feel genuinely seen and heard. 

Creative role play, improvisation and storytelling can be transformational tools in the workplace Rather than simply discussing communication, inclusion or emotional wellbeing, we can actively explore different perspectives, emotions and social dynamics in real time.

Performance and experiential learning engage both intellect and emotion. They help people develop intuition, confidence, adaptability and deeper interpersonal awareness—skills that are often difficult to build through traditional learning alone. Through play and creative exploration, participants practice responding to complexity, vulnerability and human emotion in ways that feel safe, memorable, and meaningful.

Bridging the gap between policy and practice, allowing individuals to better understand not only what someone may be going through, but how it can feel to navigate the world from another perspective.

When people learn through experience, reflection, creativity and connection, understanding becomes embodied and long lasting. The result is compassionate communication, stronger relationships and more responsive, human-centred care and support. 

Outcomes


My workshops are suited to organisations across the health, community, disability, education, government, and private sectors. They are particularly valuable for teams seeking to strengthen communication, empathy, person-centred practice,  and human connection in their workplace and service delivery. Benefits are: 

Experience


With more than 20 years of experience as a community inclusion specialist, careers advisor, facilitator, program designer and work and wellbeing coach, I have designed and delivered programs that advance inclusion, understanding, equality, and gender equity, empowering girls and women to thrive.

 

As a NIDA-trained actor and facilitator I use the transformative power of performance, role play, and improvisation to help people develop deeper self-awareness, stronger human connection, and practical skills that create lasting behaviour change.

 

Services


Delivery


Sessions and presentations are available in person or online and are tailored to your organisation’s unique goals and context.

 

Through interactive and experiential learning, participants are encouraged to step away from habitual thinking, explore new perspectives, challenge assumptions, and engage with greater empathy, curiosity, humour, and presence—creating learning that is both meaningful and practical.

I look forward to helping you make a dramatic difference to your professional development day, team building opportunity or approach to service delivery.

Acknowledgement of Country

We respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people in Naarm (Melbourne) where Dramatically Different lives, works and plays.
We pay our deepest respect to their ancestors, and elders past and present. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia, for their stories, collective wisdom and care of country.

Build Confidence

Empower your inner voice

Create Connections

Build meaningful relationships

Express Creatively

Discover your unique self

Grow Authentically

Become who you truly are

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