Shelley Clarke - Mind Body Parenting

Shelley Clarke - Mind Body Parenting Hi! I'm Shelley Clarke, I help families thrive! Supporting parents to foster deep, connected relationships with their children.

In clinic, CranioSacral Therapy sessions available in Seacliff, Adelaide.

✨️ INTRODUCING NEW THERAPIST - JACQUIE MILNE ✨️⁠⁠This is Jacquie - not only is this wonderful person my sister-in-law an...
25/08/2025

✨️ INTRODUCING NEW THERAPIST - JACQUIE MILNE ✨️⁠

This is Jacquie - not only is this wonderful person my sister-in-law and mum to 4 of my beautiful nieces and nephews, she is also a skilled Physiotherapist, trained in CranioSacral Therapy, with 15 years experience supporting children and families in Paediatric therapies. ⁠

(Fun Fact: My sister is also a Physio and CranioSacral Therapist, and my husband was a physio too - so my folks have 2 kids and 2 kids-in-law as Physios!)⁠

Back to Jacquie - she has this amazing way of working with kids - she truly believes that therapy works best through play, connection, and movement and that the whole family needs to be part of the journey.⁠

Her own four kids keep her busy at home and constantly remind her about the power of play, connection, and listening to what kids need. She brings all of that into her work every day.⁠

Jacquie will be working in the clinic on Wednesdays in Seacliff. New clients available for Adults and Children, NDIS appointments available. ⁠

Booking link in the bio. ✨⁠


Learning to Listen - Aware Parenting Mums and Bubs Class is on again. ⁠⁠In Person In Seacliff, Adelaide ⁠Starting Friday...
24/08/2025

Learning to Listen - Aware Parenting Mums and Bubs Class is on again. ⁠

In Person In Seacliff, Adelaide ⁠
Starting Friday 12th Sept 11am-12.30pm. ⁠


Online Group⁠
Starting Wednesday 24th Sept 9.30am-11am ⁠


Both of these groups will run for 6 weeks, meeting each week either in person or on zoom where you get to ask me anything about your baby. There will be a short 'theory' video each week to watch in your own time and then we meet to chat and discuss the week's topic. ⁠

We will cover:⁠

💫Aware Parenting Philosophy, ⁠
💫Understanding your babies feelings,⁠
💫Gain confidence with you baby's crying and learning how to meet their needs. ⁠
💫 Learning to listen to your own feelings and inner work⁠
💫 Attachment Play with babies and toddlers⁠

Bonus⁠
💫 For In Person sessions each baby will have a Physio and CranioSacral Therapy assessment and treatment⁠
💫 Baby movement workbook you can do at home with your baby to encourage your baby's natural development. ⁠

These groups are limited to 6 participants so that there is plenty of time to answer your questions. ⁠

Jump in now, I would love to have you join me. ⁠

Shelley ⁠

✨Sending my love to all who have heard those same words ✨It is heartbreaking and so painful. I was able to find a meanin...
13/08/2025

✨Sending my love to all who have heard those same words ✨

It is heartbreaking and so painful. I was able to find a meaning and purpose through my miscarriages but I know that is not always possible for everyone. I am sending you lots of love to the pain and grief that may still be present, or if you are navigating this currently.

The beautiful and I shared our journeys on the Nourishing the Mother podcast many years ago for those who might be moving through this currently and want to have a listen.

I’m at a place now where I am so grateful for my miscarriages, as they have shown me my truth.

I am honoured, blessed and inspired by every baby and child I get to work with.

If you’d like to know more about my Learning to Listen baby groups coming up send me a DM I’d love to answer your questions,

Shelley

💫💫Attention all new Mums in the Southern Adelaide area (Non-birthing parents also welcome) 💫💫My in person ‘Learning to L...
11/08/2025

💫💫Attention all new Mums in the Southern Adelaide area (Non-birthing parents also welcome) 💫💫

My in person ‘Learning to Listen’ class is coming back. Starting in a few weeks for 6 weeks we will meet and learn about Aware Parenting Theory and your babies.

Starting Friday Sept 12th for 6 weeks 11am-12.30pm.

In Seacliff, Adelaide

Small classes - maximum 6 so that we have plenty of time to get to know you and your baby and you learn not only the theory but also the practical applications of Aware Parenting.

This is a deeply supportive 6 week class, come and join us to learn how you can attune to your baby and understand their needs.

Please message me with any questions. Link to book is in the bio.

Shelley

Ps I will also be running this online for those that aren’t in Adelaide- stay tuned for this!

✨NT = FINAL 3 WEEKSWow what an adventure this has been! The past few weeks in NT have been amazing, meeting new friends,...
05/07/2025

✨NT = FINAL 3 WEEKS

Wow what an adventure this has been! The past few weeks in NT have been amazing, meeting new friends, catching up with old ones and seeing some iconic Aussie places.

Here’s a photo dump of the our NT Leg.

Photos:

1 & 2 Katherine Gorge boat cruise. This was a lovely way to see the gorges.

3,4 & 5 Litchfield: Buley Rockpools (or Bluey rockpools as the kids called them). Greenant Creek (this was our favourite!).

6 Mindil Beach sunset

7 & 8 Jumping Croc cruises. Incredible seeing these ancient reptiles up close.

9 Ubir Rock Kakadu

10 live show in Mataranka. A must see if you are going through. He is so entertaining and incredible with a whip!

11 & 12 Daly Waters Pub. An iconic Aussie Pub.

13 Desert Park Birds of Prey show was also amazing. Kids loved the show and learnt so much in each of the talks.

14 & 15 Alice Springs country show. Kids had a blast. Isla made a new friend.

16 & 17 Field of Lights Uluṟu. Incredible art display of solar powered lights.

18-20 Magical sunrise at Uluṟu (not everyone thought it was magical, some were hungry!)

Home stretch now. Looking forward to our final few days before we get back home next week.

Shelley

✨Sending my love to all new parents out there who may have an unsettled baby or who finds it hard when Bubba cries. ✨I r...
25/06/2025

✨Sending my love to all new parents out there who may have an unsettled baby or who finds it hard when Bubba cries. ✨

I remember this so vividly and now I’m on a mission to help parents understand that not all crying in babies needs to be ‘fixed’ sometimes babies want to tell you about their experience and crying is how they process their world. We can listen, with love.

Your presence is one of the greatest gifts you will give your baby.

✨✨✨



I wish to acknowledge Aletha Solter, founder of Aware Parenting and Marion Rose PhD, author of emotional life of babies who I’ve learnt so much around babies and their feelings.

A few years ago when I was sharing ALL of my different ideas with a friend she asked me what’s the No 1 thing you wish e...
13/06/2025

A few years ago when I was sharing ALL of my different ideas with a friend she asked me what’s the No 1 thing you wish every parent knew. And I said “Oh that’s easy”:

“To understand and experience the power of listening to their baby or child cry”.



Listening lovingly to your baby or child’s feelings is absolutely life changing. It’s also hard and nuanced (which is where I can help).

The difference is incredible when we understand what is driving their behaviour and can meet the deeper need.

More on this coming soon but in the meantime I’d love to know:

What are you struggling with at the moment with your baby or child?

Drop it in the comments below, 👇

I’d love to help. 😍

✨Some 1:1 Time can do wonders for your child. Have you seen behaviour change after doing some 1:1 time with your child? ...
08/06/2025

✨Some 1:1 Time can do wonders for your child.

Have you seen behaviour change after doing some 1:1 time with your child? This is great for any age child: toddler to teen!!

Ask me any questions in the comments. I’d love for you to experience how this simple thing can transform your relationship with your child (and those tough behaviours too!).

3.5 WEEKS ON THE ROAD 🚗 🏄‍♀️ 🌊 1. Perth to Lancelin = Sand dunes and lots of sandboarding. This was so much fun the kids...
12/05/2025

3.5 WEEKS ON THE ROAD 🚗 🏄‍♀️ 🌊

1. Perth to Lancelin = Sand dunes and lots of sandboarding. This was so much fun the kids (and Adults) loved it.

2. Lancelin to Sandy Cape for a few days off grid and finally felt the exhale and slowing down after the busy few weeks of packing up and getting on the road.

3. Sandy Cape to Kalbarri. Kalbarri was amazing, spent 3 days here which could have been longer. Hikes and pristine beaches with waves. The kids spent 3 hours jumping the waves!

4. Kalbarri to Denham for a trip to monkey Mia to see the Dolphins. They were amazing and incredible to see up close.

5. Denham to Carnarvon for a night to restock groceries and now on to Exmouth for a week!

Phew what a month it’s been!

Xx

Thankful today 💫 and everyday for these three that made me a mother and the two that are waiting for a hug one day 💜 💜 I...
11/05/2025

Thankful today 💫 and everyday for these three that made me a mother and the two that are waiting for a hug one day 💜 💜

I know today can be hard and painful for many who can’t be with their own mothers or those who are longing for but not yet a mother. My heart is also with you.

To my own mother who has taught me so much and is always there when we need. Thank you. I love you.

To all mothers, I see the often thankless work you all do. I see the heartache, the pain, the endless hours or mental load and physical labour but I also know the joy and pure heart opening, earth shattering love that makes it all worth while.

I hope you have all had a lovely Mother’s Day.

Xx

Well we are well and truly on our way. Don’t let these photos fool you. It hasn’t been the smoothest start…lots of big f...
22/04/2025

Well we are well and truly on our way. Don’t let these photos fool you. It hasn’t been the smoothest start…lots of big feelings from everyone (mostly the adults) as we work this van life out. It has reminded me of becoming parents. You read all of the books before baby arrives but nothing really prepares you for when they are here. It really is all about learning in the job. Thank goodness for listening partners.

Here’s our first few days:

1. Night 1 in Kimba we flatten our battery after a couple of hours. Forgetting to turn our fridge to gas. Rookie error we know.

2 Night 2 we stopped in Ceduna to charge the battery and work out what we did and couldn’t get the van off of our car. Jockey wheel broken. So we left the van on for the next three days until we could buy a new jockey wheel. Lucky we crossing the Nullabor and not much else to do but drive!

3. Night 3 stopped in Mundrabilla - Crossing the border into WA was actually an amazing stretch. The cliffs are spectacular. The time zones confusing but the kids were incredible with the long days in the car.

4. Night 4 - Stayed in Norseman. Kids would have stayed here for a week as it has a footy oval and basketball court. All the criteria they need!

Caravan started to make a loud concerning clicking noise which we think was the water tank being near full and something to do with pressure and a pump 🤷🏼‍♀️thank goodness it went away before we drove for the day.

Can you tell we are new at this! Its humbling and also I’m so grateful for how friendly and helpful people have been!

5 Night 5 & 6 have landed in Esperance. Whilst we are still working some things out with the van we are starting to find our rhythm. Today we spent the day at Lucky Bay beach which I think is quite literally the most beautiful beach I’ve ever been to.

Much needed down time for everyone as we fall into a different pace and rhythm.

Xx

Family Adventure Time. ✨🚙⛺️🌊⛱️☀️✨The last couple of months we have been busy planning and prepping for a family caravan ...
17/04/2025

Family Adventure Time. ✨🚙⛺️🌊⛱️☀️✨

The last couple of months we have been busy planning and prepping for a family caravan trip.

When I was 10 years old my parents took long service leave and we went on a half lap around Aus. It’s some of my fondest memories as a child and we’ve always said that we would love to do something similar one day .

So after a big few months of work, I finished up in the clinic on Saturday and today we take off for 3 months around WA / NT. We are all excited (and slightly nervous as we are now caravaners!)

A big thank you to all of my beautiful clients who when I said we were planning this trip all enthusiastically supported us to go and make memories!

And an even bigger thank you to family who have helped get us on the road, especially my Dad, who has spent hours and hours and hours cleaning, tinkering and fixing up things on the van so that we know what we are doing (hopefully!).

I’m looking forward to lots of family time and connection, while seeing some of this amazing place we call home.

Would love any suggestions, places to visit or tips for WA/NT 👇

I’ll be sharing snippets on here as we go.

Shelley xx

let’s do this!!!

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Seacliff, SA
5049

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Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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Welcome to Embodied Therapies

I’m Shelley Clarke, I have a passion for health and wellness through an integrative mind-body approach. Combining my love of the human body, nervous system, developmental psychology and the amazing capacity to heal and thrive within relationships. At Embodied Therapies I combine my 15 years of Physiotherapy with CranioSacral Therapy for individual sessions held in Seacliff, Adelaide. I am also a mother of 3 beautiful children and through the mothering journey I have found a deeper connection to myself and all other relationships. As a Hand in Hand Parenting by Connection and Aware Parenting Instructor I love sharing and supporting other parents in building stronger a connection with their children. I also offer small parenting workshops around Adelaide and country South Australia.