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We provide a non judgemental space to open up your emotions.

29/08/2025

If you’ve ever had a free afternoon and thought, “I should be doing something,” you’re not alone.

Struggling to relax isn’t about lacking discipline — it’s about old mental and physical patterns.

Sometimes it’s guilt.
Sometimes it’s being stuck in survival mode.
Sometimes it’s a nervous system that hasn’t felt safe in stillness for a long time.

In therapy, we explore these patterns, so your body and mind can relearn that rest is safe, deserved, and necessary.

Because you don’t have to earn your right to rest.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

25/08/2025

Let’s normalise going to therapy before everything breaks down.

You don’t need to be in crisis.
You don’t need to be “struggling enough.”
You don’t need to justify your pain to deserve care.

Therapy is for healing, yes. But it’s also for growing, understanding yourself, and creating a life that feels more like you.

You’re allowed to want more — more peace, more clarity, more joy — without having to earn it through burnout.

You don’t need to wait.
You can start now. Just as you are.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

19/08/2025

Do you ever feel guilty for saying “no”?
Like you’re letting someone down — or not being “kind enough”?

Here’s the truth:
Healthy boundaries don’t push people away.
They help you stay close without burning out.

In therapy, we often unpack where guilt around boundaries really comes from — and how to honour your needs without disconnecting from others.

• Saying “no” is an act of self-respect.
• Saying “no” creates space for your true yes.

You’re not selfish — you’re healing.
And that deserves compassion, not guilt.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

14/08/2025

We all make up stories in our heads — it’s how our brains try to make sense of things.
The trouble is, those stories aren’t always true… and in relationships, they can quietly create distance.

In couples counselling, we slow down these moments.
We look at what’s fact, what’s fear, and how to replace assumption with curiosity.

Because the best way to know what your partner is thinking… is to ask.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

04/08/2025

Ever look around and feel like everyone else is ahead of you?

It’s easy to compare when you only see people’s highlights — not their healing.
You’re not behind. You’re just on a timeline that includes rest, grief, growth, and rebuilding.

Your progress may be invisible to others — but it’s happening.

Keep going. You’re doing better than you think.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

31/07/2025

Anxiety often sounds like panic, overthinking, or spiralling thoughts.
But underneath that noise, your brain might be trying to say:

“I just don’t want to get hurt again”.

Anxiety is the mind’s way of trying to control the uncontrollable — to feel safe.
And while it can be exhausting, it’s also a sign that your brain is wired for survival.

You don’t need to shame it. You can learn to soothe it.

Gentle reminder: You are not your anxiety. You’re the one learning how to care for it.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

28/07/2025

“If I were stronger, I’d be over this by now.”

No — if you were safer, you’d be healing more easily.
Our minds don’t cling to the past for no reason. They cling to what was never resolved.

Sometimes you’re not stuck — you’re still protecting yourself.

The healing process isn’t linear. It’s not a race. And it’s definitely not about forgetting.
It’s about finally giving yourself the care, safety, and understanding you needed back then.

You’re allowed to still be working through it.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

24/07/2025

What does emotional safety really feel like in a relationship?

It’s not about having zero arguments. It’s about knowing those arguments won’t destroy you. It’s about knowing that even when you’re messy, you’re still loved.

If you’ve never felt that before, you might mistake it for “boring,” “too easy,” or “not passionate enough.”

But what if that calm you feel… is safety?

It’s not too much to ask for. It’s the bare minimum — and it’s available, with the right person or the right healing.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

21/07/2025

Confidence isn’t always loud.
Sometimes it’s a quiet knowing:
"I don’t need to prove myself to feel worthy."

If you’ve ever felt like confidence requires overperforming, overexplaining, or overcompensating — you’re not alone.

It’s possible to feel strong and grounded without pretending to have it all together.
And that version of confidence? It's the most sustainable kind.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

15/07/2025

Ever feel like you're giving so much in your relationship... but it's not landing?

You might be showing love your way — not necessarily their way.

When we misunderstand love languages, we often miss each other emotionally.

One partner feels invisible, the other feels unappreciated.

But here’s the key:
Love isn't always loud. Sometimes it’s just being lost in translation.
Start the conversation. Ask, listen, and try something different this week — not perfectly, just intentionally.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

03/07/2025

When to Seek Marriage Counselling: Don’t Wait for a Breaking Point

Many couples believe therapy is a “last resort” — something you turn to when things are falling apart.

But in reality, marriage counselling is most effective before things get too heavy. It’s a space to strengthen communication, navigate change, and reconnect — not just repair.

Just like regular health check-ups, tending to your relationship early can prevent deeper wounds later. The goal isn’t perfection — it’s understanding and growth.

You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from support.
If you're feeling distant, stuck, or simply want to deepen your connection — now is a beautiful time to begin. Book a free 30-minute Zoom consultation—no pressure, just clarity and support.

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

30/06/2025

The Morning Routine That Cuts Anxiety

Mornings set the tone for your day. Try this simple 3-step routine to reduce anxiety and feel grounded:

1️⃣ Hydrate First – Drink a glass of water (even before coffee!) to calm your nervous system.
2️⃣2 Minutes of Sunshine – Step outside. Natural light regulates cortisol (your stress hormone).
3️⃣ Intentional Pause – Ask: “What’s one thing I look forward to today?”

Bonus: Swap scrolling for 5 mins of stretching or quiet breathing.

Small changes = big shifts. Try it for 3 days and notice the difference!

Schedule your consultation:
📞 Call us at +61 451 667 330 / 1300 952 865
💻 Visit www.lightmindcounselling.com.au

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Maribyrnong, VIC
3032

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