Better You HQ Counselling

06/11/2025

At Better You HQ, we’re proud to be a Child Safe Organisation — a place where children and families are supported to learn about body safety, consent, and emotional wellbeing in a safe, respectful, and empowering way. 💛

These conversations matter. In Australia, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men will experience sexual abuse before the age of 16. Early education about body boundaries and consent helps protect children, builds confidence, and strengthens their ability to speak up when something doesn’t feel right.

Through counselling and parent guidance, we help families talk about these important topics with care, understanding, and developmentally appropriate language — because safety starts with trust, and trust begins with connection.

06/09/2025

✨ Children learn so much about emotions by watching their parents.

From how we handle stress to how we show love, our behaviours shape their mental health and resilience. 💙

If you’re worried about your child’s emotions, anxiety, or self-esteem, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Counselling can give both you and your child the tools to thrive.

📞 Call today to book a session and take the first step toward calmer, more confident days.

15/07/2025

Your child shouldn’t feel they have to earn your love — it should feel safe, steady, and unconditional. That’s what helps them grow with confidence and emotional security. 💛

Dr. Gordon Neufeld

03/07/2025

The VR Social Skills Program Parents Are Calling a Game-Changer.

It looks like a game — but what’s really happening is powerful learning. In each session, kids are building real social, behavioural, and communication skills in a way that feels safe, fun, and pressure-free.

This virtual reality (VR) approach is especially helpful for children aged 8+ and up who feel anxious in social situations — including autistic and neurodivergent kids who haven’t connected with traditional therapy.

It’s NDIS-supported, low-pressure, and actually enjoyable.
✅ Social skills
✅ Emotional regulation
✅ Confidence to connect with others

📍 Now open for Term 3 bookings – limited spots!
💬 Message Prue to find out if it’s right for your child or visit www.betteryouhq.com.au/vr-therapy

10/06/2025

Social situations can feel really tricky for kids and teens on the autism spectrum. Whether it’s finding their place in a group, picking up on social cues, or just feeling like others don’t quite get them—it can be a lot.

Many families come to me wanting their child to feel more confident, more understood, and more connected.

At Better You HQ, I offer gentle, neurodiversity-affirming support that builds on your child’s strengths. Social skills work isn’t about changing who they are—it’s about helping them learn and connect in ways that feel right for them.

If you're after autism-friendly social skills counselling in Mansfield (or online), I’d love to help. Call or email prue@betteryouhq.com.au and book now!

09/06/2025

Every family goes through tough moments—whether it’s feeling stuck in the same arguments, managing sibling tensions, or navigating the ups and downs of parenting a strong-willed child. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

Family counselling offers a space where everyone can feel heard and supported. It’s not about blame—it’s about working together to understand what’s really going on and finding new ways to move forward.

As a parent myself, with years of experience in education and disability, I get how complex family life can be. I’m here to support you with compassion and practical tools that make a real difference.

Let’s find more calm, connection, and clarity—together. Call Prue 0413 921 212.

06/06/2025

Teen life can feel like a lot. School, friendships, social media, figuring out who they are—it’s no surprise that many teens feel anxious, low, or unsure of themselves at times.

If your teen seems more withdrawn than usual, overwhelmed, or caught in a loop of negative self-talk, they don’t have to go through it alone. Counselling offers a space where they can feel truly heard, supported, and understood—without judgment.

Together, we gently explore what’s going on underneath and build practical tools to help with big emotions, healthy boundaries, and growing confidence.

Book now at prue@betteryouhq.com.au

28/05/2025

Is your child feeling overwhelmed or anxious?

Download our FREE Anxiety Thermometer for Kids — a simple, visual tool that helps children recognise their anxiety levels and use calming strategies to feel more in control.

This practical resource builds emotional awareness and resilience — and it’s free on the blog! 👇

Download a FREE anxiety thermometer for kids and help your child recognise and manage anxiety. A simple, visual tool to support emotional regulation at home.

26/05/2025

Did you know most emotions only last 90 seconds?

That wave of anger, sadness or frustration, if left alone—will usually rise, peak, and pass in just a minute and a half.

But for children, those 90 seconds can feel like forever. When they’re overwhelmed, what they need most is you! A calm, safe adult to ride the wave with them. Your connection becomes their anchor.

🧠 Regulation begins with co-regulation.Before teaching calm, we must offer calm.

✨ Parenting tip: Next time your child is in emotional distress, try just being with them—grounded, present, and attuned. Your presence makes all the difference.

📞Want to learn more about supporting your child’s emotional development? Let’s talk!

Call Prue at 0413 921 212.

24/05/2025

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐱𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

At Better You HQ Therapy and Counselling, we understand how anxiety can impact a child’s daily life—even if they can’t always put it into words. It often shows up through tummy aches, school refusal, emotional outbursts, or constant reassurance seeking.

These signs are more than just phases—they’re a cry for support and understanding. Our child-centred counselling sessions gently guide children to identify their anxious thoughts, learn calming strategies, and develop confidence in facing their fears.

As qualified counsellors we use evidence-based approaches like CBT and emotion coaching, we help children shift from overwhelm to resilience.

📍 Available in-person in Mansfield, VIC
➡️ Book an initial session to learn how we can support your child’s emotional wellbeing - Call Prue 0413 921 212

20/05/2025

Children don’t always have the words to describe how they’re feeling — but they do have play. That’s where play therapy comes in.

As a recognised and evidence-based therapeutic approach, play therapy uses the language of play to help children express themselves, process emotions, and build resilience in a safe and supportive environment.

👉 Contact us today to book an initial consultation or learn more about how play therapy could benefit your child.
📍 Based in Mansfield, VIC
📞 Visit www.betteryouhq.com.au or call 0413 921 212 to get started

Discover how play therapy helps children express emotions, heal from trauma, and build resilience. Learn from experts at Better You HQ in Mansfield.