Bright Feathers Counselling & Consulting

15/04/2026

Thanks to the Evolve Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub, I’m offering free first counselling sessions for new clients (while funding lasts).

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out but haven’t taken that step yet, this is a really gentle place to start.

📍 Tues & Fri in Charlestown
💻 Wed & Thurs online or walk and talk

No pressure to continue, just a chance to see if it feels like the right fit.

Message me or book via the link if you’re interested 💬

13/03/2026

Something exciting arrived in the mail! My ticket for the Australian Hypnosis Conference 2026. I'm thrilled to be attending as a speaker this year, talking about neuro-affirming therapy. 🧠✨
I can’t wait to share insights and strategies that really work with neurodivergent clients and explore new ways to make therapy more inclusive.

Who else is going? Would love to connect at the conference!

If you're a hypnotherapist or counsellor friend of mine and you're thinking about coming, hit me up and I can tell you about my experiences at the conference. This will be my 3rd time at AHC and it's truly amazing 🤩

27/01/2026

Being overwhelmed or stuck in unhelpful patterns doesn’t mean something is wrong with you.

Often it just means you’ve been coping without the right kind of support.

That distinction matters more than people realise 💕🪶

03/12/2025

A small update I’m really happy to share…

I’m now working from the Evolve Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub in Charlestown on Tuesdays, offering counselling, hypnotherapy and educational consulting.

Evolve is a calm and community-centred space that focuses on supporting people through life’s harder moments with compassion and dignity. It feels like a natural fit for the way I work: gentle, collaborative and grounded.

If you’ve been thinking about starting counselling, I offer a complimentary 30 minute initial consultation on Tuesdays (over the phone or in person at Charlestown). It is simply a relaxed chance to meet, settle in and see whether you feel comfortable working together. No pressure. Just a soft place to begin.

If you would like to book a time or ask any questions, feel free to reach out.

16/11/2024

Ever felt like your therapist didn’t quite see the ‘real you’? I know how tough it can be to find that connection. If you’ve been there, give a thumbs up👍️, or comment💬 if you’d like to share what helped you finally find the right support

07/11/2024

NDIS approved counselling support for children, teenagers, and their parents. You can book a free 15 minute chat with me to find out how I can help support you and/or your child.

03/11/2024

If you or a loved one are struggling with anxiety then you might find this short article useful

Discover how counselling can help manage anxiety with effective strategies, support, and tools for NDIS disability counselling Newcastle

14/06/2022

Have you been trying to lose weight with no success? Or maybe you’re sick of the yo-yo diets and feel like any changes you make are only ever temporary?

Hypnosis can help you to lose weight and create the body you desire because it taps into different areas of the brain responsible for your habits. Imagine waking up feeling empowered, in control, motivated and driven to enjoy healthy portions of delicious and nutritious foods and engage in enjoyable exercise that gets your heart pumping. If you can imagine it then we can work on it together and make your vision become your reality.

Check out my article about one of the techniques I offer in my weight loss programs, called Gastric Band Hypnosis. You might have heard about it before. This article explains how it works in real life and how it works in hypnotherapy.
https://www.melsebastian.com/post/gastric-band-hypnosis

27/04/2022

Have you ever suffered from anxiety or depression? It can feel like you are trapped in a dark space where your own thoughts become your enemy.

Those with anxiety live in the future- worrying about things that haven't happened yet or what could go wrong.

Those with depression are often stuck in the past, ruminating on difficult memories.

Those with anxiety and depression... I feel for you. I understand you. I've been you.

But you're not stuck, you CAN take back CONTROL. You can LIFT depression and manage anxiety.

Book a 30-minute pre-consultation if you're interested in learning more.

www.melsebastian.com

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19/04/2022

I hope everyone had a lovely Easter! I've enjoyed a few days with family and now I'm getting back into it. My next availability for hypnotherapy appointments will be May 3rd and 6th. Feel free to message me if you're interested in a free 30-minute discovery call

30/03/2022

Your journey to weight loss should focus on changes that reflect what you want. I support my clients to create their own goals and I don't question them or try to lecture them.

Pete has lost 8kg just by reducing his portions and increasing his exercise. His job means he is on the road a lot. He told me he enjoys fast food and didn't want help to change his diet... just his portions. He used to order a large meal plus extras (like large shakes or desserts). You can see in his review that he hasn't stopped eating fast food but his portions have changed significantly and his need to overeat has gone.

The Gastric Band Hypnosis technique basically involves inducing a trance and giving the client a virtual experience of having the procedure done. They imagine the details you suggest to them and then I suggest they will feel more satisfied on smaller portions of food.

If you'd like to learn more then get in touch with me by filling out a call back form at melsebastian.com

17/03/2022

If you're curious to learn more about hypnotherapy and how it could help you, get in touch and we can have a chat.

It's not mind control- you are in complete control during your sessions- but it does allow you to have better control over your mind.

If there are changes you would like to see in your life or unresolved issues you'd like to safely resolve, then hypnotherapy might be a good option for you.