Australian Trauma Support Centre

Australian Trauma Support Centre Providing a holistic approach to trauma support & healing. Provider of women’s self defence programs.

The students at BSSC learning some invaluable skills for life with our facilitator, Tracey!
05/05/2024

The students at BSSC learning some invaluable skills for life with our facilitator, Tracey!

What a privilege to be nominated and recognised for the work we do! The ATSC team feel very honoured to be among some of...
02/05/2024

What a privilege to be nominated and recognised for the work we do! The ATSC team feel very honoured to be among some of Bendigo’s best leaders in business!

Women's Self-Defence & Awareness Program! 💪Have you been thinking about trying Women’s Self-Defence? Well, there’s no be...
06/03/2024

Women's Self-Defence & Awareness Program! 💪

Have you been thinking about trying Women’s Self-Defence? Well, there’s no better time than now! Do you know the first class is always free? Bring a friend, or come along and make some new friends, whilst learning a skill for life.

Our next program is kicking off on Thursday 18th April! This program will teach you skills in situational awareness to prevent violence, as well as self-defence techniques aimed at addressing the most common attacks on women.
These classes are about supporting, informing, training and most importantly empowering women.

Your trainer, Tracey has 6 years martial arts training and is a qualified social worker with a decade of family violence and victims services experience.

📆 Thursday 18th April
⏱ 7:00pm - 8:00pm
💵$20 per session (FIRST CLASS FREE)

Places are limited to 10 people and sell out fast! To secure your place, send us a DM or email tracey@atsc.net.au

Women's Self Defence & Awareness Program! 💪Have you been thinking about trying Women’s Self Defence? Well, there’s no be...
07/01/2024

Women's Self Defence & Awareness Program! 💪

Have you been thinking about trying Women’s Self Defence? Well, there’s no better time than now! Do you know the first class is always free? Come and try it, bring a friend, or come along and make some new friends, whilst learning a skill for life.

Our next program is kicking off on Thursday 1st February! This program will teach you skills in situational awareness to prevent violence, as well as self-defence techniques aimed at addressing the most common attacks on women.

These classes are about supporting, informing, training and most importantly empowering women. Your trainer, Tracey has 6 years martial arts training and is a qualified social worker with a decade of family violence and victims services experience.

📆 Thursday 1st February
⏱ 7:00pm - 8:00pm
💵$20 per session (FIRST CLASS FREE)

Places are limited to 10 people and sell out fast! To secure your place, send us a DM or email tracey@atsc.net.au

Merry Christmas!As 2023 comes to a close, we'd like to take a moment to express our sincerest gratitude for your support...
19/12/2023

Merry Christmas!

As 2023 comes to a close, we'd like to take a moment to express our sincerest gratitude for your support this year and wish you and your loved ones a safe and nourishing holiday season.

We will be closed from 3pm on Friday 22nd December 2023 and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 2nd January 2024.

We are mindful that this time of year can be challenging for many reasons. If you would like assistance or support while we are closed, we recommend you contact the following services. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

Lifeline
Phone number: 13 11 14
Website: https://www.lifeline.org.au/

Beyond Blue
Phone number: 1300 22 46 36
Website: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

13YARN
13Yarn is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis support line run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Phone number: 13 92 76
Website: www.13yarn.org.au

Rainbow Door
Supporting all LGBTQIA+ people in Victoria, 7 days a week, 10am-5pm.
Phone number: 1800 729 367
Website: www.rainbowdoor.org.au/

If you would prefer face-to-face support, it's a good idea to get in touch with your GP. In an emergency situation please call 000.

We look forward to making an even greater difference to the lives of individuals and families in 2024.

Warm wishes,

The team at the Australian Trauma Support Centre

The festive season can be a difficult time for those who have experienced trauma. It can be when negative emotions resur...
07/12/2023

The festive season can be a difficult time for those who have experienced trauma. It can be when negative emotions resurface or cause the sense of additional pressure.

If you’re struggling to cope, you don’t have to push through the hustle and bustle that often comes with this time of year.

Remember to be kind to yourself during this time, and please reach out to us if you need someone to talk to. We don’t have a waitlist, so you can access the support you need right now. 💛

Behavioural responses to trauma can vary from person to person, but here are a few signs to be aware of: 👉🏽 avoiding r...
06/12/2023

Behavioural responses to trauma can vary from person to person, but here are a few signs to be aware of:

👉🏽 avoiding reminders of the traumatic event
👉🏽 inability to stop focusing on what occurred
👉🏽 losing touch with normal daily routines
👉🏽 change in appetite; eating more or less than usual
👉🏽 sleep problems
👉🏽 turning to substances such as alcohol or drugs

If you, or someone you know are struggling to cope after a traumatic event, please get in contact with us or your GP. You are not alone and you do not need to keep feeling like this. 💙

We understand the difficulty that rural and remote Australians can face in accessing services when they need them. This ...
04/12/2023

We understand the difficulty that rural and remote Australians can face in accessing services when they need them. This is why we are committed to providing the same holistic and long-term healing support through our phone and video counselling services, online videos and resources page. 📞💻

Our clients will also have access to their therapist if they were to move interstate, overseas, or even if they require support while on holidays.

We also do not have any waitlists, so you can get the support you need right now. ❤

For more information or to make an appointment, please visit our website www.atsc.net.au

Here are 10 things to keep in mind if you, or someone you know, has been through a traumatic experience. 💙1. Recognise t...
03/12/2023

Here are 10 things to keep in mind if you, or someone you know, has been through a traumatic experience. 💙

1. Recognise that you have been through a distressing or frightening experience and that it is normal that you will have a reaction to it.

2. Accept that you may not feel your normal self for a period of time.

3. Remind yourself daily that you are managing the best you can – try not to get angry or frustrated with yourself if you are not able to do things as well or efficiently as normal.

4. Don’t overuse alcohol or drugs to help you cope.

5. Avoid making major decisions or big life changes until you’re feeling better.

6. Don’t bottle up your feelings – talk to someone who can support and understand you. We’re here for you.

7. Try to keep to your normal routine and stay active and engaged with your life, family and friends.

8. Make time for regular exercise – it helps cleanse your body and mind of tension.

9. Help your family and friends to help you by telling them what you need, such as time out or someone to talk to.

10. Relax as best you can – use relaxation techniques such as yoga, breathing or meditation, or do things you enjoy, such as listening to music, gardening or reading.

We’re here for you ✨ We offer appointments both online and in person at our private, safe support centre in Bendigo, Vic...
30/11/2023

We’re here for you ✨ We offer appointments both online and in person at our private, safe support centre in Bendigo, Victoria.

We also do not have any waitlists, so you can get the support your need right now. ❤

To make an appointment or access our online resources visit our website > www.atsc.net.au

A traumatic experience is any event in life that causes a threat to your safety, resulting in high levels of emotional, ...
28/11/2023

A traumatic experience is any event in life that causes a threat to your safety, resulting in high levels of emotional, psychological and physical distress, or overwhelms your ability to cope.

Some examples of a traumatic experience include (but aren’t limited to):
👉🏽 natural disasters such as bushfire or flood
👉🏽 being a victim of or witness to an act of crime or violence
👉🏽 being involved in or witnessing a serious car or transport accident
👉🏽 being exposed to images, news reports or social media posts relating to the events above.

If you, or someone you know, may have been involved in or witnessed a traumatic event, you don’t have to deal with it alone. Please get in touch – we’re here to support you. 💙

It might seem obvious, but learning self-defence empowers you in the ways that go far beyond protecting you from assault...
26/11/2023

It might seem obvious, but learning self-defence empowers you in the ways that go far beyond protecting you from assault.

Self-defence training can:
👉🏽 decrease your fear and anxiety
👉🏽 increase your confidence, sense of self-efficacy and self-esteem
👉🏽 helps you feel stronger and more confident in your body

Women report more comfortable interactions with strangers, acquaintances and intimates, both in situations that seem dangerous and those that do not.

Visit our website for more information on our women’s only self-defence classes. 👇🏼
https://atsc.net.au/womens-self-defence-training/

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