The Upside of Me Canberra

The Upside of Me Canberra Specialist in women’s mental health support & wellbeing. I'm here to constructively & positively h

25/04/2026

🐾So what if you got a little curious about what sitting underneath it? 🐾You might surprise yourself. Lisa 🙋‍♀️
Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor

🍐 The mental load is one of those things that’s hard to explain - until someone names it for you. 🍐 Esther Perel explain...
23/04/2026

🍐 The mental load is one of those things that’s hard to explain - until someone names it for you.
🍐 Esther Perel explain this so well on recent podcast. Check it out
🍐 I’ll share some other common issues I hear often that are weighing women down in relationships
🍐 and what to do about it over the coming weeks.
🍐 I support women with these conversations.

Lisa 🙋‍♀️

Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor

Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

18/04/2026

🍎What if the checklist wasn’t the whole story? 🍎I help women move from that constant checklist mode into something that actually feels like living. 🍎 Lisa 🙋‍♀️

Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor
Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

14/04/2026

🍊 Seriously sometimes it’s as simple as this. 🧘‍♀️A nice smelling body wash, a few deep breaths, and a few seconds. 🍊Keep it simple and feel the difference.

02/03/2026

💙 Be kind 💙 A little reminder that even in the middle of conflict or life noise, how we treat each other still matters more than anything. Kindness matters - so do you.

Lisa 🙋‍♀️

Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor

Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

22/02/2026

☕️As women and parents, we’re often taught that our needs come last.

☕️That taking time for ourselves is selfish, or that it only “counts” if it’s substantial.

☕️But I’ve learned that tiny, regular acts of self-love can be more powerful than occasional grand gestures.

☕️This small, consistent practice has taught me that self-care isn’t measured in hours – it’s measured in presence.

☕️It’s not about how long you take; it’s about being intentional with the time you have.

Lisa 👏

Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor

Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

⏸️Pause. 🔵Reset. 🧘‍♀️Give yourself permission to slow down a little over the coming weeks. ✈️ I’ll be prioritising my:🎄 ...
09/12/2025

⏸️Pause. 🔵Reset. 🧘‍♀️Give yourself permission to slow down a little over the coming weeks.

✈️ I’ll be prioritising my:
🎄 energy
🎄 health
🎄 relationships

Thank you to all the terrific & courageous people I’ve worked with this year. Counselling is a blessed career where you often hear people’s most intimate thoughts & feelings. It’s always such an honour to help them navigate through this rich life!

Happy holidays.

Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor

Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

09/12/2025

🎄I don’t hate Christmas. 🎄 I just have my own ritual that aligns with my family & my values. You do you. Permission granted. 🪄

Lisa 🎄

Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor

Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

04/12/2025

A great night at the 2025 ACT Volunteering Awards. Blessed to be nominated for the Community Support Award 👏👏💙💙

A great night at the 2025 ACT Volunteering Awards. 🏅👏👏Want to make an impact without a huge commitment? Then volunteer b...
04/12/2025

A great night at the 2025 ACT Volunteering Awards. 🏅👏👏

Want to make an impact without a huge commitment?

Then volunteer because it …..

🏅Connects you with amazing people who share your values

🏅Let’s use skills to make a real difference

🏅 Is actually fun & even an hour here and there counts

It was lovely to be recognised & there were many other amazing organisations and individuals doing their bit in Canberra.

And a shout out to Canberra who won the Community Support Award. 🏆

Reach out if you need to chat more about being connected.

Lisa ☺️

Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor

Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

🥱 Laying there awake at night filled with negative thoughts?🥱 Maybe bedtime isn’t the right time to be challenging your ...
24/10/2025

🥱 Laying there awake at night filled with negative thoughts?

🥱 Maybe bedtime isn’t the right time to be challenging your brain!

🧠 What if you could learn a way to be besties with your mind?

✅ It’s possible. Try a different approach & very likely sleep a lot better!!!

✅ Counselling offers an opportunity to brain dump but also learn simple skills to help manage negativity.

Lisa 👋
The Upside of Me Counselling

Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

🍍When we try to repair after a fight, we’re not just fixing the issue - we’re also reaching out for connection. 🍍Repair ...
19/09/2025

🍍When we try to repair after a fight, we’re not just fixing the issue - we’re also reaching out for connection.

🍍Repair attempts are bids to reconnect, rebuild intimacy, and strengthen our bond.

🍍What would it look like to approach conflicts with curiosity, empathy, and a willingness to reconnect?

🧡 Do you feel like you’re doing everything “right” but still feel lost in the relationship?

🧡 Do you need help navigating tough conversations?

🧡 Relationships should ADD value to your life. If yours isn’t, let’s talk.

Lisa 🙋‍♀️

Accredited & Degree Qualified Counsellor

Individual Counselling | Relationships | Parenting | Health I Careers | Coaching

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