Mark Pearson, PhD, has been conducting courses in Expressive Therapies for over 35 years, was a counsellor for young clients for 28 years and lectured in counselling at four Australian universities for 20 years. He holds a PhD, a Master's in Education - Behaviour Management - and a Diploma in Teaching.

Helen Wilson, PhD, has over 35 years' experience as a counsellor and clinical supervisor and lectured in counselling at three Australian universities for 20 years. She holds a PhD, a Master's in Counselling and a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management.