Melinda Priddin

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Mel Priddin has been working in the fields of education, community welfare and mental health for over 30 years as a teacher, police officer and social worker. She has completed two Level 2 trainings with the IFS Institute, specialising in working with children and adolescents as well as addictions and eating disorders. Currently employed with Queensland Health, Mel is now working across Child Youth and Mental Health and the Sexual Assault Support Service whilst completing her PhD focusing on the Polyvagal Theory and teacher wellbeing.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Melinda Priddin has employment relationships with Toowoomba Hospital, Queensland Health, and Mindfulness Works. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Melinda Priddin is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers.