MYRC – Marrickville Youth Resource Centre

Services

We are a general youth service working with young people from the age of 12 up to 24.

Service Update

New service changes in response to the current 'Covid-19' (Corona Virus) pandemic

Programs and Activities

A list of our day to day programs running throughout the year

Individual Support

More about our Casework and Counselling support team

Meet our team

The people behind MYRC

Tom Mc Donald

Director

An ex-school teacher and Youth worker of 14 years. These days when Tom isn't chained to his desk he can be found clipped in to his Hang Glider somewhere over the South Sydney coast.

Emile Dupont-Louis

Youth Worker

On my days off you will find me at the beach surfing, away camping, watching sport or hanging out with my dog. As part of the MYRC team, I look forward to working with young people and our
community.

Experienced in art, dance and drama therapy. Previously a primary teacher for over 10 years. Some people say she has a quirky sense of humour. She enjoys baking, dancing, exercising and loves trees and pizza :)

Mel Leaudais

Caseworker

I’ve worked in the community sector for 9 years having a passion empowering Young People and being part of their life journey. When I am not working I enjoy spending my time travelling and being close to the ocean – surfing, swimming, fishing,and camping with family and friends.

Jodee Wetherell

Lead Counsellor

Jodee began counselling about 15 years ago and enjoys building strong and caring relationships with young people. In her spare time she loves doing yoga and meditation or being in the great outdoors hiking, swimming and gardening.

Erin Kenna

Counselling Student

I have a degree in Psychology and am now a Masters student of Psychotherapy and Counselling. As a counsellor my focus is on the relationship with my clients, being with them where they are at and maintaining a stance of non-judgement.
In my spare time you can catch me bush walking or travelling. I also have a great interest in history and foreign languages.

Natalie Dufour

Social Work Student

My name is Natalie (or Nat) and I am studying a Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Wollongong. I am currently on my student placement at MYRC.
When I am not participating in tasks around MYRC such as creating flyers and helping to facilitate programs, I like to go for bush walks, play sports and take my dog to the beach or park.

Joel Thurner

Student Youth Worker

Joel is a musician and sound engineer who writes music, sings and plays guitar in his band. He also facilitates recording sessions with local artists. At MYRC Joel runs the music program including beat making, lyric writing, singing, guitar playing and recording.