Fairy Wren Counselling

06/08/2025

Can you talk about s*x in counselling? Definitely! S*x is often an important aspect of our relationships and connections, and it's a topic that comes up often in relationship counselling.

I run a s*x positive counselling session, and I can help you navigate emotions, boundaries and challenge without shame or judgement.

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01/08/2025

One of the biggest barriers to getting help with stress and anxiety is shame.

You might feel embarrassed to admit that you're not coping, especially if you're a very independent and capable person.

You might feel afraid of being a burden.

You might compare yourself to others, and feel like your problems are too small the deserve help.

But if you're struggling, reaching out for assistance can make the issue so much more manageable and free up your emotions and energy.

If you're hurting, you deserve help, support and care.

Helping you with your challenges isn't a burden, it's brings me so much energy and fulfilment. I will meet you without judgement, and we can work together to find a way through. You don't have to do this on your own.

14/07/2025

Grief lingers, long after the loss itself. And sometimes an unexpected reminder can leave you feeling emotional and raw.

It can be shocking to encounter something that reminds you of a lost loved one. A whiff of perfume, overhearing a similar laugh, seeing the same car they used to drive, hearing their favourite song. These unexpected reminders can be powerful, bringing up emotions and memories that we'd forgotten.

They can also be the gateway to joy, to remembering how much you loved them. To have a quiet moment of celebration and longing. Even years after they've gone, these little reminders bring them back to us for a moment.

01/07/2025

Parenting a teenager is always a challenge, but that challenge is intensified when your teenager is exploring their gender identify and considering transition. This can bring up a host of strong emotions and leave you feeling frightened, worried and unprepared.

I wanted to offer some words of comfort and support for parents of transgender kids, to help you feel seen, heard and validated.

Parenting a teenager who is exploring their gender identity can be a rollercoaster. There are bound to be a lot of surprises, shocks and twists, and you can find yourself feeling totally unprepared…

20/06/2025

"Love" isn't only about finding the bits you love. Real love, true and deep is about recognising and accepting flaws, offering kindness and compassion to the darker parts, the parts we tend to want to keep hidden.

And it's those dark parts that need the most attention and gentleness. Finding ways to look at them honestly without dissolving into self-loathing is critical to finding security and safety within.

Counselling can be the container for this work. Together, we can explore the parts you struggle with, find understand and hold them gently and kindly.

06/06/2025

The long weekend is here and it's the perfect opportunity to recharge your batteries.

Rest is essential for good mental health and stress management. Taking it easy, and finding small ways to nourish your body and mind can go a long way towards finding more ease and resilience to life's stresses.

05/06/2025

I'll be running a Bis*xual and Pans*xual discussion group on the 18th of June at the . This will be a great opportunity to meet other bi- and pan- folk and chat about your experiences.

It can be challenging for bis*xual and pans*xual people to find their place in the LGBTQIA+ community. In particular, those who are in relationships that appear heteros*xual can question whether its ok to join in on q***r events. That's why this event is running, to provide dedicated space for bi- and pan- folks to feel welcomed and included.

If you'd like to come along, please visit to book your ticket. Bookings are essential.

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30/05/2025

It's almost Pride Month, and Ballarat is rolling out a host of fun and creative events to celebrate.

I'll be teaching a series of free writing workshops for young people in partnership with . This workshop series will focus on character development, and encourage people to create aspirational characters that embody traits that they admire.

If you or a young person you know would like to participate, please be sure to book tickets in advance, as spaces are limited.

09/05/2025

I currently have a limited number of appointments available for new clients. I can help you:
- Figure out how to move out of patterns of conflict and disconnection in your relationship
-Navigate feelings of jealousy and insecurity
-Explore non monogamy
-Learn to manage stress
-Understand your anxiety and find more calm
- Process grief and loss due to bereavement, breakups and big life changes
- Let go of perfectionism and people pleasing

You don't have to struggle alone. You can book an appointment or short consultation on my website (link in bio) or reach out to ask a question.

07/05/2025

Mothers Day can be a sticky time for some. It can open up old wounds, highlight what's been lost or shine a light on what you wanted but couldn't have. It brings grief for relationships that didn't match your needs. It can give rise to feelings of inadequacy or anxiety.

If Mothers Day is challenging for you, please know that you're not alone. Support is available if you want to talk things through without judgement or shame.

06/05/2025

Self-esteem underpins so much of the work I do with clients. Your self-esteem is your system of self-belief and your confidence in your abilities and worth.

Low self esteem is like wearing a pair of goggles with tinted lenses, it colours your view of the world and the way you interact with others. You're more likely to view yourself harshly, unable to offer the same compassion and kindness to yourself as you would with others. You silently blame yourself for things that aren't really your fault.

Self esteem can also impact your ability to change situations that aren't working for you. The fear of failure can be incredibly strong and prevent you from taking positive steps in case you slip up.

Improving your self esteem can change your life, and counselling is a great tool to help you do that.

It’s astonishing how many personal and relationship issues flow back to self-esteem. More often than not, the way you feel about yourself, your belief in your own abilities and your own sense…

29/04/2025

"Counsellors don't offer advice"
"But how will you help me if you won't tell me what I should do?"

You might believe that the best way for me to support you through a challenge is to tell you exactly how you should handle it. While I can offer support, guidance, information and encouragement, advice is one thing I don't offer my clients. Why not? Because I think there's a much more creative and empowering way to help you through a problem.

A lot of people seem to be stumped when I tell them that I don’t give my clients advice. Prospective clients will often ask “But if you won’t tell me what I should do, how can you…