Bunbury Counselling

09/08/2025

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06/08/2025

06/08/2025

🎥 Meet Gabriella Quill – Counselling Student with Bunbury Counselling and WA Mental Health

We’re pleased to introduce Gabriella Quill, a Bachelor of Counselling student currently completing her placement with Bunbury Counselling and WA Mental Health.

Gabriella brings a grounded, empathetic, and client-focused approach to therapy. With a background in health and community services, Gabriella holds a Diploma of Counselling, a Certificate IV in Mental Health, and a Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs. She draws on this strong foundation to support clients with compassion and care.

She has a particular interest in working with young people, women, and individuals navigating anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. Gabriella creates a gentle and safe space where clients can feel heard, supported, and empowered.

👩‍💻 Now accepting new clients
Book directly with Gabriella via our website:
👉 https://bunburycounselling.com/gabriella-quill

01/08/2025

The most meaningful legacy you leave might not be what you do, but the lives you influence at home.

Plant the values you want the world to grow.

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01/08/2025

Our Chichi ☆

It was great see our fabulous Social Worker and Therapist, Chichi Jasi, at the South Regional TAFE NAIDOC events this week.
For those who aren't aware, WA Mental Health holds the counselling contract at the South Regional TAFE in the South West (Bunbury) and Great Southern (Albany). So when not at Bunbury Counselling Chichi is in the Counsellor role at the Bunbury TAFE - where she is very appreciated.

30/07/2025

I am sharing this lovely post about healing from Eliza, who completed her prac with us some years ago.
We love to follow where our students and interns end up.
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29/07/2025

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16/07/2025

Well this is a common discussion in marriage therapy. So many times the task has been to "ban s*x" (haha) for couples with this exact issue. And guess what... intimacy returns.... and so does the s*x. We like Jimmy's explanation too though.

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12/07/2025

Who do you know? Put them in touch, for this great event to be held in Bunbury.

🟡 SPEAKER CALLOUT – Mind Over Matter: Sport & Mental Health Symposium 🟡

Do you have a story to share about the intersection of sport and mental health?

WA Mental Health and WA Community Change Group Inc. are inviting expressions of interest from players, coaches, support staff, and advocates to speak at our upcoming Mind Over Matter: Sport & Mental Health Symposium — happening Friday 24 October 2025 in Bunbury, Western Australia.

This unique evening brings together sporting clubs, health professionals, families and young people for an honest, empowering, and hope-filled conversation about how sport can both support and challenge mental health—especially at the elite and community level.

We're looking for speakers who:
✅ Have personal or professional experiences linking sport and mental wellbeing
✅ Are passionate about breaking down stigma and encouraging real conversations
✅ Can speak authentically to the pressures, the passion, and the power of sport

Whether you’re a former or current athlete, coach, psychologist, peer supporter or wellbeing coordinator—your voice could help shape a powerful night of reflection, connection and change.

Event Format:
🟨 3-course dinner event
🟨 Short keynote reflections from 4 speakers
🟨 Relaxed panel discussion with audience Q&A
🟨 150–200 attendees including sports clubs, health workers, and young athletes

📩 Want to be involved?
Email hello@wamentalhealth.com.au with a brief overview of who you are, what you’d like to share, and any relevant experience.

Know someone who’d be perfect for this? Tag them below or share this post with your network.

This is a paid speaker event. We ask for quotes from those who are interested.

Let’s come together to inspire, educate and make mental health part of every sporting conversation. 💬🧠💛

10/07/2025

This NAIDOC Week, we’re reminded that true inclusion is only possible when diversity is embraced.

At WA Mental Health, we believe that being inclusive isn’t just about welcoming others into our spaces—it’s about actively making space for others. That means amplifying First Nations voices, respecting cultural knowledge, and ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are not just acknowledged, but genuinely valued in every workplace and community.

Importantly, inclusion isn’t unique to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples—it matters for everyone. Across countries, cultures, language groups, (dis)abilities, age, gender, s*xuality and more. Inclusion must be intersectional, ongoing, and woven into the way we lead, relate and work together.

We’re proud of our history in this space, with team members from all walks of life. And I want to be clear—this wasn’t a gift we gave to others. It was always a blessing bestowed on us. As we learned, grew, and developed as people, practitioners, and friends.

Cultural safety is not a box to tick—it’s foundational to mental wellbeing. When our workplaces are both diverse and inclusive, we create environments where everyone can feel safe, seen, and heard.

So this week, we invite you to reflect:
👉 Is your workplace truly inclusive, or just comfortable for those who already belong?

Let’s move beyond words.
Let’s listen, learn—and act.

10/07/2025

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09/07/2025

Meet Smitha Nair, a passionate educator and psychology professional dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and families through every stage of their developmental journey.

With a Graduate Diploma of Psychology, a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, and a Certificate IV in Education Support (Special Needs), Smitha brings a holistic and compassionate approach to learning and emotional wellbeing.
She specialises in working with children of all abilities, including those with special needs, using evidence-based strategies that foster inclusive, supportive, and emotionally safe learning environments. Smitha works closely with families to build emotional resilience, confidence, and social skills—equipping young people to thrive both in and outside the classroom.

Fluent in English, Tamil, and Malayalam, Smitha is committed to cultural inclusivity and open, respectful communication. Her warm and empathetic nature, combined with deep expertise, makes her a trusted guide for children and families navigating learning, behavioural, or emotional challenges.

Book a session with Smitha:
https://bunburycounselling.com/smitha-nair/

Level 2, 123 Spencer St., South Bunbury, WA 6230
bunburycounselling.com.au
0497 139 676

In-clinic and online consultations available