As a social work practitioner Mishma (Mish) Kumar-Jonson embodies core social work values of integrity, empathy, respect, social justice and service. As a non-binary queer clinician of colour, Mish has redefined for many what therapy looks like by fully affirming each participants’ identity and resilience. Advocating for mental health social workers, Mish has worked with prominent organisations such as Beyond Blue, Mental Health Victoria, and Eating Disorders Victoria to highlight the essential role that social workers play in mental health support. By bringing attention to the unique skills social workers contribute, Mish strived to ensure that social work is recognised as a critical component of Australia’s mental health landscape.