Crowded House Therapies- counselling, arts & sandtray therapy

01/10/2025

Vale wonderful woman.

And let's make an impact for better.

Revisit the work of Dr. Jane Goodall (1934-2025) through her 2 classic TED Talks — plus a special conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson in 2020. Her thoughts on the relationship between humans, nature and our role in protecting Earth remain as relevant as ever: http://t.ted.com/UiqOFoD

30/09/2025

Not funny at all.

And this time, more than 1 young man has participated. This is homophobic and sexist revolting punch down behaviour is unacceptable.

Maybe what's worse, is that no other young men stopped this? Did any refuse to participate? Did anyone try and delete the photo? And anyone say "don't post this"?

Be an upstander, not a bystander.

Kane Cornes labels Geelong's Mad Monday antics "disrespectful" and "embarrassing", after a slew of social media posts raises eyebrows across the AFL community, including one referencing his Seven colleague Caroline Wilson.

10/09/2025

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-10/ndis-pricing-review-evidence-music-art-therapy/105457844

Music and art therapists will be able to bill NDIS participants at the same rate as counsellors after a review found the therapies could be effective in the right circumstances.

04/09/2025

oh, the potential!

Oh, it's like a magnet, subverting us eyes and feet away from the essential's of life, like food.

04/09/2025

After doing the call the action, I'm called to take action and leave.

Part 2 - funny what you notice when you recording yourself, there's loudspeaker announcements which interrupt the recording and people moving and talking. An...

04/09/2025

Today I went shopping, and started filming myself as I shopped for pre-loved miniatures.

Part 1 of a impromptu filming fiesta as I prepare for the Sandtray training on 8th October. I'm in Savers, looking for miniature people when I find the only ...

03/09/2025

I know Sandtray work can sound hard to believe in terms of its therapeutic benefits - this may explain some of why we use the sand.

The simple act of touching and moving sand calms our system - and that happens even before we choose symbols.

📚 Research shows natural textures can:
✅ Lower cortisol (stress hormone)
✅ Activate the parasympathetic nervous system (rest & digest)
✅ Boost mood, focus, and emotional regulation

31/08/2025

Words matter.

If you’re experiencing a strong emotion, pause and take a moment to consider which word you would use to describe it. But don’t stop there. Once you’ve identified the first word, try to come up with two more words to describe how you are feeling.

You might be surprised at the nuance and depth you discover when you label your emotions more accurately.

In the newest episode of ReThinking with Adam Grant, Adam and I discuss how getting granular with our emotions helps us to move forward and support ourselves when we’re facing empathic distress.

Listen here: https://www.susandavid.com/podcast/overcoming-forced-positivity?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

28/08/2025

28/08/2025

Spend 2 hours with the sandtray, and me, Tania and you'll walk away smarter with easy strategies to engage and support clients. And a sandtray kit of your own, including essential miniatures and maybe this very cute green frog.

Available at your workplace too.

27/08/2025

Vibrant Youth: Let's Talk!

Are you a young person with disability or providing unpaid care to family or friends? Come along to share your voice, connect with others, and help shape a new support space designed by and for YOU!

The Brotherhood of St. Laurence, Kororoit Creek Neighbourhood House, and headspace Sunshine are partnering to co-create a safe, inclusive space for young people (15-19) with disability, and young carers in Brimbank who are experiencing, or at risk of mental health challenges.

Free workshop - Lunch, fun activities & reimbursement for your time!
Wednesday 24 September, 2025
12pm – 2pm
Kororoit Creek Neighbourhood House
61A Selwyn Street, Albion 3020

Register: http://bit.ly/3JzyR6w

Follow-up session: reconnect and reflect.
Wednesday 1 October 2025, 12pm – 2pm
Kororoit Creek Neighbourhood House
Free lunch + fun activities!

We’re committed to a safe, inclusive, accessible space. The venue is wheelchair accessible and we welcome all access, cultural, and communication needs.