The Documentary ‘Letters to Anxiety’ runs for approximately 35 minutes (including credits). A screen and audio equipment will be required to run the documentary.

The interactive presentation will take 25-35 minutes, including audience participation with provided booklets and an optional Q and A.

The content of the documentary and presentation is recommended for year 10 and above. The documentary includes themes of mental health, trauma and references suicide and self-harm.

Following the screening, William’s presentation dives deep into the complexities of mental and emotional health, exploring themes of embracing our full, authentic selves, including the ‘dark parts’ we often fear, like vulnerability, fragility, and the uncomfortable truths we tend to avoid. The Ebbs and The Flows will highlight the power of community connection and how true strength lies in our ability to listen, love, and support one another, rather than striving for perfection. The talk will also touch on the transformative role of acceptance, action and a deeper understanding in our healing journeys, emphasizing how storytelling can be a powerful tool for self-expression, connection, and growth. This is an invitation to redefine what it means to be whole, embracing imperfection and nurturing the bonds that help us thrive.

William is a qualified teacher with a Masters in Education at the University of Melbourne, is currently completing his Counselling Masters at Monash University. He is a qualified football coach, an experienced theatre performer, a podcast host and has a Bachelor in Arts/Laws at Deakin University. He has spoken at Kardinia Park, on ABC radio, SYN and at the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival and had three night sold out premiere for the documentary in Fitzroy.