The Base Health and Community

30/03/2026

Check out this awesome event happening at The Base on April 11th.
Check out InterPlay Newcastle for more details about this event.

20/01/2026

✨ Welcome Daniel Mackertich to The Base Health ✨

We’re pleased to welcome Daniel Mackertich to The Base Health team. Daniel brings a strong focus on evidence-based practice and values building meaningful, supportive therapeutic relationships.

Daniel works alongside clients to better understand their experiences, strengthen coping strategies, and support sustainable change over time — in a way that feels practical, respectful, and tailored to each person.

📅 Daniel’s books are now open
To learn more or enquire about an appointment, visit:
👉 https://www.thebasehealth.com.au/team/daniel-mackertich

19/01/2026

✨ Welcome Kasia Aksamit to The Base Health ✨

We’re excited to welcome Kasia Aksamit to The Base Health team. Kasia is a compassionate clinician with a thoughtful, client-centred approach, and is committed to creating a safe and collaborative space for clients to explore what’s going on for them.

Kasia supports individuals experiencing a range of mental health concerns and works alongside clients to build insight, coping strategies, and meaningful change — at a pace that feels right for each person.

📅 Kasia’s books are now open
To learn more or enquire about an appointment, visit:
👉 https://www.thebasehealth.com.au/team/kasia-aksamit-

13/01/2026

Consulting Rooms Available at The Base Health; an integrated collaborative multidisciplinary mental health service.

Looking for a professional space to see your clients in a warm and welcoming setting? Seeking to work privately and be part of a team? We would love to meet and welcome you.

What’s included:
✔️ Fully furnished consulting rooms
✔️ Natural light, windows can open, greenery throughout building & green outdoor spaces
✔️ Comfortable waiting areas for your clients
✔️ Wi-Fi
✔️ Full amenities — building maintenance, air conditioning, electricity, water, fire safety & more
✔️ Kitchen access with tea, coffee, milk, filtered water, dishwasher, soaps & hand towels
✔️ Weekly professional cleaning

What makes us different?
🔹Membership model with access to clinical reviews, in-services, regular peer-support groups, shared resources and complementary Somatic Expressive therapies for your clients.

We offer flexible options including casual, half-day and full-day rates — perfect for growing your practice with ease.

🔹 Convenient location
🔹 Professional, warm and inviting environment
🔹 Ideal for allied health clinicians who are passionate about teamwork and collaboration

📩 DM us or contact The Base Health to find out more!

18/12/2025

As we move into the Christmas period, we wanted to share our holiday closure dates - and also take a moment to acknowledge that this time of year can feel especially heavy for some.

In light of recent events, it's completely understandable if you're feeling unsettled, anxious, or emotionally impacted. Please know that whatever you're feeling is valid and you don't have to navigate it alone.

Over the holidays, gentle practices can help you stay grounded like taking breaks from the news or social media, sticking to simple routines, spending time with people who feel safe, or pausing to breathe and reconnect with your surroundings may help.

If you find yourself needing support and don't have an appointment booked, help is still available. Speaking with someone - even briefly - can make a meaningful difference.

Support services available 24/7 (Australia)
• Lifeline 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue 1300 22 46 36
• Su***de call back service 1300 659 467
• Kids Helpline (5-25yrs) 1800 55 1800
• in an emergency call 000

Remember, the holidays don't need to look a certain way. It's okay to slow down, opt out, or do what feels right for you.

We look forward to supporting you when we reopen.
Until then, please take care - and reach out if you need support. 🤍

14/10/2025

Parenting a neurodivergent child can be challenging — but you don’t have to navigate it alone 💜⁠
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Anchored Parenting is an 8-week NVR parenting course designed to help parents and carers of children with ASD, ADHD, PDA, FASD and other neuro-behavioural conditions.⁠
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Through a therapeutic lens, you’ll learn how to:⁠
✨ Respond calmly ‘in the heat of the moment’⁠
✨ Build stronger connections with your child⁠
✨ Create boundaries that increase safety for the whole family⁠
✨ Restore your relationship and find support in your community⁠
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🗓 When: Thursdays 6.30–8.30pm, 23rd Oct – 11th Dec 2025⁠
💰 Cost: $1050 per person or $1450 for 2 people coming together⁠
(NDIS rebates may be available – check with your provider.)⁠
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Includes:⁠
📘 8 facilitated group sessions⁠
🤝 3 private 1:1 or 1:2 support sessions⁠
📖 Full course workbook⁠
🕒 16 hours of group tuition⁠
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Facilitated by experienced clinicians from The Base Health.⁠
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📍 Delivered online⁠
📞 02 4963 1387⁠
🌐 www.thebasehealth.com.au⁠
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18/06/2025

New on the blog: Discover how Occupational Therapy empowers both body and mind—aligning physical health and mental well-being in powerful, transformative ways. A must-read! 🤝🧠✨

https://www.thebasehealth.com.au/post/supporting-the-whole-person-how-physical-and-mental-health-intersect-in-ot

With a background in personal training and nutrition, Renee Brady brings a mind-body-soul approach to mental health that’s equal parts science and heart. At The Base Health, Renee helps clients manage everything from chronic pain to emotional overwhelm—always with compassion, curiosity, and care...

10/06/2025

You're invited!!!!
Come & experience what The Base is all about - Community - Connection & Compassionate care!!!

🗓️ Friday 20th June
⏰ 2pm - Doors open! Come meet our clinicians, enjoy a cuppa, have a look around & connect
🗣️ 4-6pm - Insightful talks & presentations from our wonderful team of clinicians.

Whether you're curious about what we do, looking for support or just want to connect - we'd love to see you there!!!

✨ BOOK VIA HUMANITIX - link in bio ✨

22/04/2025

Our next blog is out!!!!
The Base Health Couples Therapist Rebecca Butler gives us some insight into couples therapy!

Click on the link in our bio or head to our website.
Pour yourself a cuppa & a left over choccy & have a read!

For more info - contact The Base Health amazing admin team on (02) 4963 1387 or email admin@thebasehealth.com.au to find out how you can book in to any of our amazing clinicians.

05/04/2025

🧠 Trauma-Informed Care & Mental Health Awareness… What’s it all about?⁠
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At The Base Health, we believe that true healing happens when people feel safe, seen, and supported. That’s where Trauma-Informed Care comes in.⁠
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🔹 It’s more than just therapy—it’s a way of understanding how past experiences shape mental health and ensuring that care is compassionate, empowering, and free of judgment.⁠
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🔹 It means recognizing the impact of trauma without retraumatizing—whether in therapy, workplaces, or daily interactions.⁠
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🔹 It’s about awareness, education, and advocacy—so we can create communities where mental health isn’t just acknowledged but truly supported.⁠
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At The Base Health, we’re committed to providing integrated, collaborative care that meets people where they’re at. Because healing starts with understanding. 💙⁠
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Want to learn more? Join the conversation & follow along as we share insights, stories, and practical tools for mental well-being.⁠
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03/04/2025

🗣 Your story matters. Your voice matters.⁠
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At The Base Health, we believe healing happens in safe spaces where stories can be shared without fear or shame.⁠
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One of our clinicians recently reflected:⁠
"When we listen to someone’s story with compassion, we help them rewrite it with empowerment."⁠
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🌱 This is why we’re launching our blog—to bring you real stories, expert insights, and open conversations about healing.⁠
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✨ Stay tuned for our first post—sign up for our newsletter to be the first to read it! ✨ ⁠
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03/04/2025