Crystalline Counselling

13/10/2025

Love being a part of this team ♥️

Meet Crystal — Holistic Counsellor & Somatic Practitioner

At Hinterland Health Retreat, we’re proud to have a team of practitioners who bring together the best of science, spirit, and heart. One of those incredible people is Crystal Morris.

Crystal is a qualified Holistic Counsellor whose passion lies in therapy that not only works — but deeply empowers. She blends the science of psychology, neuroscience, and somatic psychotherapy with principles from quantum physics, energy work, and phenomenology. The result? A truly integrative experience that supports the whole person — body, mind, and spirit.

Her training is both rich and specialised, including:
– Diploma in Holistic Counselling
– Certificate in Somatic Attachment Theory
– Somatic Stress Release Practitioner Certification
– Certified TRE® Provider (Trauma/Tension Release Exercises)
– Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies (in progress)

With a strong focus on trauma and resilience, Crystal supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. Her approach bridges the gap between conventional mental health care and alternative, heart-centred therapies — creating a safe, compassionate space for healing.

Crystal’s mission is simple but powerful: to make holistic therapy accessible, impactful, and truly life-changing. She believes every person carries the wisdom to heal within themselves — and her role is to help reconnect you to that wisdom, restore balance, and support lasting transformation.

We are so grateful to have Crystal as part of our Hinterland family, guiding our guests on their journey back to themselves.

22/09/2025

Building Resilience - A Holistic Approach

Over the years, I’ve noticed something powerful in my work with clients:
True resilience isn’t built in a single breakthrough moment — it’s built step by step.

Through my own journey and years of supporting others, I’ve discovered that building lasting mental and emotional resilience follows a 5-step process.

But here’s the thing — most mainstream mental health approaches focus almost entirely on Step 3 & 4:
🌀 Revising the past – digging into childhood experiences, traumas, and patterns
🌀 Rewriting the story – reframing beliefs and behaviors

And while these are incredibly valuable steps, they often don’t work as well unless we’ve already done the groundwork of Step 1 & 2:

1️⃣ Resources – Creating a foundation of safety, supportive habits, and practical tools
2️⃣ Regulation – Learning to move through triggers and big emotions without becoming stuck or overwhelmed

Without these, therapy can feel destabilizing — like opening the floodgates without having a boat to hold onto.

That’s why I created my Resilience Program: to guide clients through all five steps, in order, so healing feels grounded, sustainable, and empowering.

Here’s the full framework:
1️⃣ Resources – Build your personal toolkit of daily supports
2️⃣ Regulation – Learn how to calm and reset your nervous system
3️⃣ Revise – Make sense of the past and find meaning in your experiences
4️⃣ Rewrite – Shift old patterns, beliefs, and stories into empowering ones
5️⃣ Resilience – Bring it all into your daily life: set boundaries, communicate clearly, and align with your values and purpose

And this isn’t a “tick the box and you’re done” process — it’s a cycle you can return to throughout your life as new challenges arise, growing stronger each time.

When you work with me 1:1, you receive:
✨ Tailored sessions based on your unique needs and goals
✨ Access to a private client portal with resources, meditations, worksheets, and practices to support you between sessions
✨ A combination of therapies – somatic practices, mindfulness, talk therapy, and neuroscience-backed psychology
✨ A focus on empowerment – helping you become confident and independent rather than dependent on therapy forever

This work is ideal for those experiencing:
🌿 Anxiety, depression, grief, or PTSD
🌿 Stress, burnout, or emotional overwhelm
🌿 Repeating cycles or patterns they can’t seem to break

I currently have a couple of spaces available for new 1:1 clients. Sessions are available online or in-person at my Montville office.

💛 If you’re ready to build deep, lasting resilience, you can learn more here:
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Whether you’re carrying the weight of stress, stuck in old patterns, or ready to rise after life’s latest curveball—this course is your invitation to reset your nervous system, reclaim your voice, and rebuild your strength from the inside out.

22/09/2025

TRE is Not a Quick Fix — It’s a Practice

TRE (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) is a simple but powerful way to reset your nervous system. Using a series of gentle stretches and fatigue exercises, we activate a neurogenic tremor response — the body’s natural way of down-regulating the nervous system and releasing stored stress hormones.

At first, the tremors often begin in the legs and hips, but over time they flow through the whole body — melting deep tension from the fascia, calming the mind, and helping you feel more grounded and resilient.

But here’s the secret: the magic happens with regular practice.
TRE is most effective when done 2–3 times a week. Think of it like brushing your teeth — the more consistently you release tension, the less build-up there is and the better you feel.

That’s where weekly classes come in. Practicing with a facilitator gives you:
✅ Guidance to explore different positions & deepen the tremors
✅ Support to move through blockages safely
✅ A held, safe space so you don’t feel overwhelmed
✅ Accountability to actually show up for yourself

🌿 NEW! Now Offering Two Weekly Classes:
📍 Wild Yoga Studio – Main Street, Montville (behind the leather shop)
🗓 Mondays 9:30–10:30am
🗓 Wednesdays 5:30–6:30pm

💛 Weekly Membership
The most cost-effective way to experience TRE regularly.
✔ No lock-in contract — cancel anytime
✔ Encourages consistency (the real key to results!)
✔ Helps prevent stress build-up & burnout

Commit to yourself. Commit to your nervous system. Commit to feeling better.
✨ Join us weekly and start building the mental and emotional resilience your future self will thank you for.

07/09/2025

✨ Big News My Fellow Shakers ✨

From 8th September, our TRE® group classes are moving to a new home — the welcoming Wild Yoga Studio, Montville 🌿🧘‍♀️

This cosy, intimate space is designed for comfort, with both heating & cooling to support you year-round. A nurturing environment where you can safely release stress, tension & trauma through TRE.

🌟 Updated Class Schedule 🌟

Mondays 9:30–10:30am (same time, fresh space!)

NEW: Wednesdays 5:30–6:30pm (unwind after work 🌙)

✨ Beginners & experienced shakers all welcome.
✨ First-timers arrive 15 mins early for your intro & safety briefing.
✨ Bring comfy clothes, water, & a mat/blanket (studio has spares too).

💫 Plus — new membership & class pass options to make it easier than ever to stay consistent with your practice.

📍 Wild Yoga Studio | Main St, Montville
📲 Book your spot now www.crystallinecounselling.com.au/book-online

I can’t wait to shake it out with you in this beautiful new space 💛

Crystal ✨️
Holistic Counsellor | Somatic Therapist | Crystalline Counselling

07/09/2025

It has been such a pleasure to be working with the Hinterland Health Retreat this year and being a part of the incredible holistic program they provide to their clients. Im not surprised at all they have been rated as one of the top 10 health retreats worldwide!! If you have been considering needing a deep dive into resetting your mental, physical and emotional health, this is the place to go! From neuro-technology to IV therapy, Naturopathy, Somatic based therapies, psychologists, doctors, EFT, Acupuncture, Family Constellations, TRE and so much more; you’re assured to be making some big life changes once you leave here ❤️ if you’re curious to know more reach out to the beautiful Jackie at the retreat or to myself 🙌

Montville health retreat earns world-class recognition

Born from one woman’s search for lasting healing, a Montville retreat has been recognised among the world’s top ten health retreats and has just hosted its first major event with leading health and sport figures.

Hinterland Health Retreat was conceived by founder Jackie Durnin after her own struggles with mental and emotional wellbeing.

Set on 30 acres in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, the centre combines advanced neuro-technology with holistic therapies to treat conditions such as anxiety, depression, burnout and trauma.

Ms Durnin said the idea was always to create a sanctuary where people could address the root causes of distress in a supportive environment.

“Hinterland Health Retreat was born from my own journey to find lasting healing, and my deep belief that true transformation is possible when we address the root causes of distress,” she said.

The retreat, which has already earned a place on body+soul’s global top ten list, last week hosted its inaugural live event, drawing national attention.

Guests included television presenter Barry Du Bois, Olivia Arezzolo - Sleep Expert, Dr Sarah Jane Perry and triple Olympian Aron Baynes.

The event provided a platform for open conversations about the growing prevalence of mental health challenges and showcased the retreat’s pioneering methods, including its MindShift Lab, designed to retrain the nervous system and help guests achieve balance and clarity.

For Montville, the recognition cements its place on the global wellness map, with the retreat drawing interest well beyond the hinterland community.

See www.hinterlandhealthretreat.com.

13/08/2025

Looking at offerring an afternoon / evening TRE class on the range. Just checking availability of venues currently- Mapleton, Montville, Kureelpa. Wondering what the interest is for this? Time slot would probably be around the 5:30pm-6:30pm but also open to feedback / suggestions. If you think you would regularly attend some classes, please let me know which days would suit you best with a comment below 😊

09/08/2025

✨ Release, Reset & Reconnect – TRE® in Mapleton ✨

Feeling stressed, tense, or carrying more than your body wants to hold?
TRE® (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) is a simple yet powerful way to gently shake out stress, calm your nervous system, and restore balance – naturally.

🌿 Monday Mornings @ Mapleton Hall 🌿
📍 Obi Obi Rd, Mapleton

🕘 Intro Class – 9:00am–10:30am | $30
Perfect if you’re new to TRE® and want to learn the foundations.

🕤 On-going Class – 9:30am–10:30am | $25
For returning participants who’ve completed an intro.

💻 Bookings are essential
👉 www.crystallinecounselling.com.au/book-online

Come as you are. Leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected to yourself. 💛

29/06/2025

As the cooler months are here, numbers for the Sunday afternoon TRE class have dropped off. I will currently be pausing this class for now. Monday Mornings will continue for the regulars and also invites beginners to join. Please book the night before at the latest.
www.crystallinecounselling.com.au/book-online

28/06/2025

For anyone feeling the weight of burnout, stress, anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma – this is your invitation to shift things for real.

The feedback I've been getting from this process has been incredible! It's time to share it with everyone!!

You don’t need more coping strategies – you need a system that actually works with your body and brain.
In this powerful free class, I’ll walk you through my signature 5-step framework for sustainable, embodied resilience:
1. Resource → 2. Regulate → 3. Revise → 4. Rewrite → 5. Resilience

Here’s the truth most mental health professionals won’t say:

Too many approaches skip the first two steps – diving straight into healing old wounds and rewriting stories…
…without first giving people the tools and safety they need to feel grounded and regulated.

That’s like building a house with no foundation.
No wonder so many people feel like they’re failing – or can’t be helped.
It’s not you. You’ve just never been shown how to start at the start.

This class will help you:
💥Understand what’s really going on in your nervous system
💥 Break free from the burnout–anxiety–shutdown cycle
💥 Learn the foundational steps your healing has been missing
💥 Access practical tools you can use right away to feel more clear, calm, and in control

Pre-recorded – watch in your own time
🎁 Bonus: Includes exclusive invite into the full Resilience Program

It’s time to stop managing symptoms… and start creating real change.

✨ Your Resilience Revolution starts here.

Whether you’re carrying the weight of stress, stuck in old patterns, or ready to rise after life’s latest curveball—this course is your invitation to reset your nervous system, reclaim your voice, and rebuild your strength from the inside out.

11/06/2025

✨ Stressed, tense or holding onto way too much?

TRE® (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) is a powerful somatic practice that helps your body let go of deep-held stress and return to a calm, grounded state – without needing to talk about the past.

🌀 Shake out tension
💤 Sleep better
💖 Regulate your nervous system
🧘‍♀️ No experience needed – just a willingness to slow down and tune in.

Weekly classes in Mapleton.

🔗 Book your spot via www.crystallinecounselling.com.au/book-online

04/06/2025

One Session. One Practice. Real Results.
(Talk about a nervous system mic drop. 💥)

This beautiful message came in from a client who had just one TRE session with me in a group class, followed by a short home practice a couple of days later:

> “I told my husband last night that I felt more like myself than I had in a long time. My abdomen didn’t give me as much trouble yesterday either.”

But here’s the wild part — she also tracked measurable changes in her body:
📈 HRV (Heart Rate Variability) spiked noticeably — a clear sign her nervous system shifted into a more regulated state.
💓 Resting heart rate dropped — her body was able to rest more deeply.

And this was just after a single session plus a little follow-up at home.

TRE doesn’t require years of therapy, hours of effort, or forcing your body to “be calm.”
It’s about creating the right conditions for your nervous system to do what it already knows how to do — release, regulate, and return to safety.

If your body has been stuck in tension or survival mode for too long… this might be your sign to try something new.
Our next 4-week online TRE series starts next Wednesday 11th June. 💫

✨ Learn to unwind, gently — and let your body show you what it’s capable of.

https://www.crystallinecounselling.com.au/tre-course

03/06/2025

You can talk about your trauma for years... and still feel like your body is stuck in it.

That’s because trauma isn’t just held in your thoughts—it’s held in your nervous system.

When you go through something overwhelming, your body responds in ways designed to protect you: fight, flight, freeze, fawn. If you can’t complete those stress responses (which many of us can’t), the energy gets stored—in your muscles, fascia, breath patterns, and postural habits.

That stored charge doesn’t just disappear.
It builds.
It shapes how you breathe. How you hold your shoulders. How quickly you snap. How deeply (or shallowly) you sleep.
You might not even notice it... until you finally let your body release it.

This is where TRE comes in.
TRE (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) activates your body’s natural shaking mechanism—something we’re biologically wired to do after stress. It’s the same process animals use to shake off danger. Humans can do it too—we’ve just learned to suppress it.

TRE isn’t about catharsis or dramatic emotional release.
It’s about quiet, sustainable discharge of stored tension through the body’s own wisdom.

What does this mean for you?
✅ You regulate faster after stress
✅ Your chronic tension starts to soften
✅ You stop overreacting to things that used to hijack your nervous system
✅ You sleep better, breathe deeper, and feel more like yourself

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I’m teaching all of this in my upcoming 4-week online TRE course.
It’s a safe, supportive space to explore:
🌿 Nervous system education
🌿 Guided weekly TRE sessions
🌿 Tools for integration, self-regulation, and embodied awareness
🌿 Journaling prompts, at-home practices & a community of others walking the same path

No experience needed.
Just a willingness to come home to your body, one gentle shake at a time.

→ Starts 11th June 6pm
✨ Replays available | ✨ Limited spots
https://www.crystallinecounselling.com.au/tre-course

Because sometimes, healing doesn’t happen through doing more.
It happens by letting go