Ms Eleanor Watson

Eleanor Watson is a PhD Candidate at Flinders University. Eleanor is currently investigating communication access in mental health support for people who expereince significant communication difficulties.

Prior to commencing doctorate studies, Eleanor was employed for 13 years in the disability and human services sector. Most recently, practising for 7 years as Support Facilitator and Developmental Educator primarily working with people with disabilities and co-existing mental health problems. It was during this time that Eleanor noted the challenges facing people with communication difficulties in accessing effective support to manage and maintain optimum mental health and wellbeing.