Franchesca Isla is a mother, author, award-winner, nominee, and accredited Social Worker with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (majoring in Counselling) and a Master of Social Work. She is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers, through which she maintains her professional accreditation, and is trained in ASIST, Circle of Security Parenting, Black Box Parenting Program, and Safe & Together Institute Core.

Valuing the power of storytelling, Franchesca contributes to thoughtful dialogue through her work with Bully Zero and as an ambassador for MIEACT. Through writing, public speaking, and collaboration with organisations across Australia, she helps advance conversations around mental health, behaviour, and recovery.

As the founder of Evergreen Therapeutic Services, based primarily in Canberra, Franchesca’s therapeutic approach invites a shift from asking, “What is wrong with me?” to recognising, “This is what happened to me.” By acknowledging pain and offering practical tools, her approach fosters self-compassion and supports meaningful steps towards healing.