Counselling Your Way

01/03/2026

We have moved into our new counselling space at 517, Main Rd Eltham.
Banksy our therapy dog in training, not only blends into the rug but gives it the paws up!

16/12/2025

Becoming a "Glimmer spotter" is such an important part of having regulated nervous systems

06/10/2025

Self compassion is so important!

Self-compassion is a powerful practice that can transform how we relate to ourselves. Here are six simple yet profound ways to bring more kindness and care into your life:
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1️⃣ Ask yourself, 'What do I need?': Pause for a moment and check in. Do you need rest, reassurance, movement, or connection? Listening to yourself with curiosity and care is a powerful act of self-compassion.
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2️⃣ Treat Yourself Like a Friend: Speak to yourself with the same kindness and understanding you’d offer a dear friend.
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3️⃣ Supportive Touch: A gentle hand on your heart or a comforting self-hug can soothe and ground you in moments of distress.
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4️⃣ Write a Self-Compassionate Letter: Put pen to paper and offer yourself words of comfort and encouragement, just as you would to someone you love.
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5️⃣ Remember You Aren’t Alone: It’s important to acknowledge that we all face challenges—this imperfection is what makes us human.
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6️⃣ Use a Warm Inner Tone of Voice: Try to adopt a gentle tone with yourself, especially when things go wrong. Practice patience, understanding, and warmth toward yourself.
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🌸 Have you tried any of these self-compassion practices? Share your favorite one below!
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27/08/2025

When I think of my favourite quotes, this one from Leonard Cohen is generally close to the top of the list.

15/05/2025

How often do we keep pushing through without paying attention?

07/04/2025

02/02/2025

Excited to be part of the international cohort this year training in a therapy approach called Compassionate Enquiry with the wonderful Gabor Mate and team.

07/01/2025

How true

10/09/2024

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

Su***de is the leading cause of death for Australians aged 15 to 49 years.

Su***de has a devastating impact on families, friends and whole communities. These statistics can be confronting, behind every number is a human life.

It affects all ages, genders and ethnicities.

This day of global observance brings together over 60 countries, uniting us in a shared mission to reduce stigma, advocate for policy change, encourage help-seeking, and honour the memories of those lost to su***de, those who have survived su***de attempts, and those who bear the weight of grief.

In an emergency, call 000.

Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Australia. If you need help now, call:

• Lifeline – 13 11 14
• Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800
• Su***de Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
• Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636
• 13YARN – 13 92 76.

29/05/2024

"black fella/ white fella.... stand up and be counted"