Bec is an acclaimed writer, speaker, podcaster, and a passionate advocate for prioritising connection and belonging in an increasingly lonely world. Her dream is for every child and adult to feel a true sense of belonging.

With a passion for teaching kids and adults how to foster authentic connections, Bec has become a trusted voice in helping tweens and teens around the globe understand why having positive, healthy friendships is important, what it takes to build strong friendships and how to navigate the complexities of social connection at school.

Bec's journey began with a deep commitment to understanding and nurturing friendships in a bid to help kids and teens have a more positive experience at school. Her insights and relatable storytelling have made her a sought-after speaker, engaging audiences with her humour, down-to-earth approach and genuine desire to make a positive impact and help our kids find their tribe.

As the host of ABC's "Parental as Anything TEENS" podcast and Mamamia's "Ask Me Anything" podcast,  Bec is passionate about sharing her expertise with a wider audience.

Drawing on her personal experiences and over 20 years working with teens, she has written several bestselling books that resonate with readers of all ages including The Girl Most Likely, The Year Nick McGowan Came to Stay and Joel and Cat Set The Story Straight (co-authored with Nick Earls). Since 2009 Rebecca has focused on writing non-fiction books for teenage girls to help them navigate those tricky high school years. Those books include Find Your Tribe (and 9 other things I wish I’d known in high school); Find Your Feet (The 8 things I Wish I’d Known Before I Left High School) and the best-selling Ask Me Anything (heartfelt answers to 65 anonymous questions from teenage girls).