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Mindful advice from trauma-informed counsellors and therapists to help you transform your life
The Real Work of Therapy
When most people think about therapy, they often envision a weekly session where they sit across from a therapist, discuss their feelings, and then return to their daily lives until the next appointment. While these sessions are a crucial part of the therapeutic...
The Crucial Role of Nutrition in Mental Health
In today's world, mental health issues are a growing concern, affecting nearly one billion people worldwide. As a clinical nutritionist with a strong focus on personalised nutrition and pathology, I emphasise the importance of identifying key nutrient deficiencies to...
What NDIS Registration Means for Our Clients
As a multi-modality mental health clinic specialising in trauma healing, we are thrilled to announce that we are on the path to achieving NDIS registration. This milestone represents a significant step forward in our commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality...
The Inheritance of Pain
Generational trauma, also known as transgenerational or intergenerational trauma, refers to the transmission of trauma from one generation to the next. This phenomenon has been observed in families affected by significant historical events such as war, genocide,...
Mental Health & Menopause
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, signifying the end of menstrual cycles and reproductive years. While it is a biological inevitability, the journey through menopause and the preceding perimenopausal phase can be challenging, particularly concerning...
Embracing Feminine Energy
Our feminine energy is a powerful and essential force within each person, regardless of gender. It encompasses qualities traditionally associated with femininity, such as intuition, nurturing, empathy, creativity, and receptivity. In today’s fast-paced,...
The Biochemistry of Grief
The Emotional Landscape of Grief Before diving into the biochemical changes, it’s essential to understand the emotional stages of grief. Psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross identified five stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While not...
Understanding and Healing from Fear of Abandonment
What is Fear of Abandonment? Fear of abandonment is an overwhelming anxiety about being rejected, left alone, or separated from loved ones. This fear can manifest in various ways, often rooted in early attachment experiences. It can be triggered by real or perceived...
Somatic Healing: A Comprehensive Guide
What is Somatic Healing? Somatic healing, derived from the Greek word "soma" meaning "body," emphasizes the body's role in processing emotions and trauma. Unlike traditional talk therapy, somatic healing involves engaging the body to uncover and release unresolved...
The four pillars of healing
The Four Pillars of Healing Curiosity Calm Compassion Creativity Pillar 1: Curiosity Curiosity is the desire to explore, learn, and understand. It drives us to seek new experiences, ask questions, and expand our knowledge. Curiosity is essential for personal growth as...
The Power of Journaling
Journaling has long been recognised as a powerful tool for self-reflection and emotional healing. Among the various methods of journaling, a technique focusing on unfiltered, honest writing has emerged as particularly effective in addressing chronic pain and emotional...
Cultural Perspectives on Trauma and Healing
Trauma is a universal human experience, yet the way it is understood, processed, and healed can vary significantly across different cultures. Cultural perspectives on trauma and healing encompass a wide array of beliefs, rituals, and practices that reflect the...
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