Casuarina Counselling Therapy

19/08/2025

Let’s all do this one please!

In Denmark, kindness isn’t just encouraged it’s taught. Since 1993, the country has required all children aged 6 to 16 to take a weekly empathy class.

These lessons go beyond academics, focusing on compassion, understanding, and emotional awareness. Children learn how to listen, support one another, and navigate conflict in constructive ways. The results have been striking: bullying has dropped significantly, classrooms have become more inclusive, and Denmark is consistently ranked among the world’s happiest and kindest societies.

It’s a powerful reminder that emotional education is just as important as intellectual growth. When children are taught empathy early, they don’t just become better classmates they grow into adults who build stronger, more compassionate communities.

09/08/2025

You matter here.
At ICPPD, our Personal Development Course offers a safe, nurturing space where every voice is valued and each of us supports one another’s growth. What gentle, positive step would you like to take for yourself this year? Your story may uplift someone else—let’s care for our community together.
ICPPDs next Personal Development Courses starts 22nd September -limited places - enrol here - https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0mcyrh0
Credit - Artist: Carla Seaton
ICPPD - A College with a Difference

24/07/2025

Engage

Inspiring Colac's young people to make their mark

What is Engage?

It is Colac Salvo's school engagement program, giving schools, teachers and students easier access to serving and connecting with the Community through initiatives like Otway Wardrobe, Otway TentCare, The Drop-in, our Community Garden and Meals happening throughout the week.

Last term saw the prototyping of the Engage program, which had 100 young people partaking throughout each week of the term, and term 3 is no different, with 5 sessions taking place each week.
The program aims to enhance schools and teachers freedom and flexibility in helping create learning experiences deeply embedded in Community, engaging and inspiring their students.

So far, the Engage program is actively happening with Saints College Colac, Colac Secondary College and looking to launch at Colac South West Primary School very soon.

If you want to know more about the Engage program, want to help or give toward it, please contact us on 0484 935 165.

See you all soon

The Colac Salvos Team

06/07/2025

THANK YOU!!!
community make things possible!
Through community grants, are-able made it possible for Colac Salvos to better support the Colac Region, through their support we were able to procure a pallet jack and pallets, to better manage the large amounts of material aid we handle and distribute.

From mountains of Christmas presents for Christmas Cheer, to pallets of fresh produce, this pallet jack ensures the safety and longevity of the Colac Salvos Volunteers who work their hardest to support this amazing Community.

Thank you are-able for financially supporting us but also for your ongoing support through volunteering in Colac Salvos initiatives. You are amazing.

See you all soon

The Colac Salvos Team

25/06/2025

Every day at Casuarina Counselling, I’m inspired by the courage, hope, and honesty my clients bring to the therapy room. 💛
It’s a privilege to walk alongside you — to witness the shifts toward more peaceful, connected, and authentic lives.
Thank you for trusting me with your stories and your healing journey. 🌿

23/06/2025

🌿 Why Choose Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples? 💬❤️

If you're feeling stuck in patterns of disconnection, conflict, or emotional distance in your relationship, EFT offers a powerful path forward.

✨ What makes EFT so effective?

It helps you and your partner understand the emotions beneath the surface.

It breaks negative cycles and builds safe, loving connection.

It supports deeper emotional bonding, empathy, and trust.

It's based on attachment theory—we all need to feel secure, seen, and valued.

It's evidence-based and creates lasting change, even for couples in deep distress.

You don’t have to stay stuck. With support, understanding and connection can grow again. 💛

👉 Interested in exploring EFT? Book a session or learn more here

21/06/2025

Moments of joy can be found in the simplest experiences. Reflect on a recent moment that brought a smile to your face and share it with us.

19/06/2025

A supportive environment awaits for those seeking emotional healing and personal growth. Visit casuarinacounsellingtherapy.com.au to learn more about the transformative therapies available.

18/05/2025

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Casuarina Counselling Therapy now available at Colac at the Salvation Army Community Centre every Thursday. I am grateful to the Salvation Army for providing a room for me to provide a counselling service and keep the co...

27/01/2025

Now offering Couples Counselling for all couples and relationships with Emotion Focused Therapy. EFT is such a powerful relationship healing tool that the benefits can be felt in a small number of counselling sessions. EFT involves finding ways to improve loving connection in relationships and increasing awareness of our conflict dance and underlying attachment needs. EFT has been shown to work for most couples and leads to long-term and sustainable change toward a more loving and connected relationship.

Contact Mel or go to the website to book an appointment or find out more.

Go to: https://casuarinacounsellingtherapy.com.au/

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Casuarina Counselling Therapy is based near the Surf Coast and Geelong, and offers a counselling service for people of all ages to help find clarity, understanding and new ways to live a healthy and joy-ful life. Mel is a Certified Practicing Counsellor and Psychotherapist registered with PACFA and....

17/12/2024

Casuarina Counselling Therapy is now providing appointments at The Cottage, Modewarre. A safe and supportive space awaits for those seeking guidance through life's challenges. Individual and couples counselling is now available to help navigate and support you on your emotional journey. Check the website for more information and ring for an appointment.

https://casuarinacounsellingtherapy.com.au/ola/services/counselling-session