Honni Hayton is a qualified counsellor offering professional and caring counselling to clients, both online and in person.
I help stressed-out, guilt ridden women go from feeling overwhelmed by life’s never-ending demands, to feeling in control of their life. I do this through my proven 6-month Empowering You Program. Find out more about the program here:
I have been practicing as a qualified counsellor for over 15 years, and offer individual sessions both in person and online. I can assist you with issues such as: unresolved grief, anxiety, separation, communication and relationship issues. Please contact me for an appointment or for further information. Phone: 0419641805
Email: contact@honnihaytoncounselling.com.au
My heart is absolutely breaking as I hear more about yesterday's Bondi tragedy.
I am holding in mind the people who lost loved ones, those who were caught up in the chaos, the eye witnesses who saw more than anyone should, and the first responders who stepped in with courage and care.
Events like this shake our sense of safety, even if we were nowhere near it. Our nervous systems do not need direct exposure to be affected. Seeing, hearing and imagining is enough.
If you are feeling more anxious, more protective of your loved ones, more tired or emotionally flat, nothing is wrong with you. This is a very human response to something deeply distressing.
Please be gentle with yourself. Limit the news if you need to. Hold your people close. Ground yourself in what is steady and familiar.
And if this has stirred old fears or past trauma, you do not have to carry it alone. Support matters. 🤍
14/12/2025
The holidays can bring joy, but also pressure, loneliness, and overwhelm. You’re not alone if this time of year feels tough - swipe for a few ways to care for yourself over the next couple of months 💚
13/12/2025
If you are already tired and Christmas has not even arrived yet, I see you.
So many women go into this week carrying the planning, the hosting, the emotional load and the hope that everyone will get along.
Before you step into the rush, check in with yourself.
What can you let go of.
Where can you ask for help.
What would make this week gentler.
You deserve a Christmas that nourishes you, not one that leaves you depleted.
13/12/2025
How EMDR Therapy Works.
EMDR works by "reprocessing" traumatic memories. When reprocessed they are no longer cause disturbance and negatively affect how we live our lives.
09/12/2025
Christmas can feel lovely but it can also be hard.
The pressure, the pace, the family dynamics, the empty chairs, the expectations we put on ourselves.
It is a season that can stir up a lot and it is completely normal to feel stretched or a bit tender this time of year.
A few things help keep your mental health steady.
✅ Give yourself permission to say no to things that drain you. Protect your energy.
✅ Take small pockets of quiet time, even ten minutes can help your nervous system settle.
✅ Stay connected to the people who feel safe. One honest conversation can make a big difference.
✅ Keep your routines where you can. Sleep, movement, food, the basics matter more than we think.
If this season feels heavy, you are not alone.
Be gentle with yourself and take it one day at a time.
How will you care for you mental health during this Christmas season? 🌲
07/12/2025
My beautiful daughter Grace and her husband Josh are expecting their first baby very soon!
And a couple of weeks ago we had a baby shower for Grace and it still feels so special.
Celebrating her pregnancy with the people who love her was such a beautiful time.
Soon I’ll be a grandmother and my heart could burst with how excited I am for this little one joining our family. 😍
06/12/2025
Create Strong, Happy Lasting Relationships
Effective communication is key to having a great relationship read here how to do that.
04/12/2025
Gift giving at Christmas can get expensive, especially as the family grows and the kids get older.
Over the years we’ve tried different ways to share gifts while keeping it affordable and still fun.
One of our favourites with the extended family is Stealing Santa – everyone puts in a present, then you can either steal an opened gift or open a new one.
It’s hilarious to see what people end up with and which gifts are the most coveted.
So many laughs and memories!
This is a pic of Nana Hayton opening her gift! She said she hadn't laughed that much in year! 😀
🎁 How does your family do gift giving?
03/12/2025
Make that scary decision, it will change your life in ways you can’t imagine!
30/11/2025
🎄 Hello December! For me, this is when Christmas officially kicks in, the tree goes up, I make my puddings and start buying gifts!
But I’m curious… how are you feeling about Christmas this year? Excited? Stressed? Somewhere in between?
I’d love to hear your thoughts, drop an emoji or a few words below!
Let’s see what the festive mood is like this year. ✨
28/11/2025
Italy was the final stop on our Europe adventure, and what a way to finish. We wandered the canals of Venice (and yes, we ticked a gondola ride off Priscilla’s bucket list!), explored romantic Verona , home of Romeo and Juliet, and soaked up the beauty of Florence.
One of my favourite days was in the Tuscan countryside, learning to make pasta from scratch with a glass of wine in hand and the sun setting over the hills.
But the real highlight was visiting our dear Italian friends who live in the countryside. Spending time with locals, sharing stories over homemade food, and seeing everyday Italian life felt like such an honour.
Travel reminds me how connection is what truly matters - whether it’s across the world or in our own backyard.
Been to Italy? What’s the one experience you’ll never forget?
27/11/2025
5 Tips to Keep Your Relationship Happy and Healthy
Relationships can be hard work! Here are 5 do-able Tips to Keep Your Relationship Happy and Healthy from a Couples Counsellor.
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I am one of those lucky people who love their job.
I consider my role of counsellor a privileged one, where I get to walk with people on their journey of life, sharing their ups and downs.
I am also passionate about teaching people, especially women, the importance of self care.
Too many women come to see me and their emotional tank has run dry.It's no wonder they feel tired, overwhelmed and disillusioned. And when I talk with them about how they can start to fill their emotional tank, they look at me blankly, like they have forgotten what makes them happy!
This breaks my heart!
So I have made it my mission to educate as many women as possible about the importance of self care.
And sometimes, even though women know the importance of Self Care, they just can’t find the time. That’s why I created a 30 day Self Care calendar. It has just one self care activity to do everyday. The women who have completed it, say they are happier and healthier than ever!
So if you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, and would like to begin your journey of self care, click on the link below and get your FREE copy of my Self Care Calendar :
I get so excited when a woman realises her worth, takes back her power and begins to live the life she has always wanted.
That's what keeps me going.
That's why I love my job.
And if you would like to chat about with me in person about how you can live your best life, message me for an appointment.
I am a qualified and registered counsellor with PACFA.
Appointments can be in person or on line from the comfort of your own home (or even during your lunch break at work).
Phone: 0419641805
Email: contact@honnihaytoncounselling.com.au
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