Release what’s holding you back—stress, tension, or a life that feels too small—so you can step into ease, vitality, and new possibilities. Alena helps women in transition break free from what’s holding them back—stress, tension, or a life that feels too small—so they can step into greater ease, vitality, and possibility with somatic practices. She is living proof that it is possible to experience
a healthy, soulful, enriching life after adversity with the right support. Despite a rocky start to adult life she miraculously trained and worked in a diverse range of industries - and left a mark in each one. From public relations to filmmaking, residential construction to permaculture design she holds qualifications in many disciplines, including education, somatic therapies, and a Black Belt in Hapkido. After wandering for years - navigating traumas big and small - Alena realised her knack for sensing what people need to reconnect with so they can finally heal what's been holding them back. Since 2009 Alena has been writing researching, and founding supportive online communities in the tens of thousands. In 2020 she began guiding and supporting women with her multidisciplinary programs, and inspiring many with her podcast, Unboxable. Alena is driven to foster interdependence in a disconnected world, so women can unearth their hidden talents, and unleash them in the most impactful way.
In this episode of the Unboxable Podcast, I am joined by Jessica Read, an advanced EFT practitioner and holistic counsellor. We discuss Jessica's journey through anxiety, PTSD, and chronic stress, leading her to holistic wellbeing.
Jessica explains EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and its powerful impact on stress, anxiety, PTSD, and personal development.
We also delve into the importance of addressing trauma somatically and spiritually, and how finding the right healing modality, whether EFT, hypnotherapy, or traditional talk therapy, can profoundly transform your life. The conversation is enriched with personal anecdotes and professional insights.
HIghlights:
00:43 Meet Jessica Reed: Holistic Wellbeing Advocate
01:19 Understanding Holistic Wellbeing
03:07 Exploring EFT: Emotional Freedom Techniques
05:46 Personal Experiences with EFT and Trauma
14:21 The Power of Gestalt Therapy
18:56 Personal Trauma and Chronic Stress
19:42 Medication Side Effects and Anxiety
20:17 Processing Trauma with EFT
20:58 Exploring Alternative Healing Methods
21:53 The Importance of Personal Physiology and Spiritual Mapping
22:33 Jessica's Current Work and Practice
24:57 The Healing Journey and Client Transformations
28:06 The Role of Willingness in Healing
31:19 Energy Depletion and Self-Care
36:30 Finding the Right Healing Approach
Jessica is a mother and business owner from Canberra. She is an Alternative Therapist and Wellbeing Coach with a genuine passion for helping women live in a place of optimal wellness.
Jessica knows what it is like to look in the mirror and not recognise yourself, feeling as though you are stuck on a hamster wheel of stress and anxiety and neglecting your own health and happiness.
Listen to Unboxable wherever you find your favourite podcasts.
21/07/2025
Truth.
19/07/2025
🌱FAMILY HOLIDAY SPIRIT REGENERATION 🙌
Byron Bay, Australia’s eastern most point has long held a special place in my heart. Since I was around 5 years old I have regularly visited this piece of paradise and it’s always tough to leave behind that little piece of me that remains there.
These days we are so fortunate to have close family there which makes the time so rich and filled with love and conversation, it’s always wonderful to reconnect.
I hope you too have had some time, or have some time coming up if you are Northern Hemisphere that will fill your cup again.
It’s so wonderful to go with the flow and spend time together 👌👌👌
15/07/2025
Holiday skies for holiday eyes 🤍👌🌅
13/07/2025
✨EXPERT PANEL SCORE ARE IN ✨
For several years now, I’ve been an expert panellist for the Clean and Conscious Awards in Australia and I was thrilled to be asked again this year.
When we moved back from Bath in the UK, i returned with a yearning to be part of a community of individuals with a similar vision.
See over in the UK I was part of the ethical influencers network and it was heartening experience to find so many other with a conscious approach to social impact. .
10/07/2025
Are you feeling the full moon pull?
The Buck Moon in Capricorn. Amplifying your intentions, calling you to do what needs doing to progress you towards your vision for your life… but with simplicity and without overworking.
It calls you to work smart, and be diligent in holding your course forward whilst leaving obstacles behind.
I’m feeling it, are you?
07/07/2025
Feeling *not good enough is a fundamental part of being human, and yet so much of our world is set up to hide it.
But the rewards of incorporating our most hidden parts into ourselves fully, and with total compassion are so great.
Here's to your freedom, and finding your way to wholeness.
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Hello :: I'm Alena, a mother and writer passionate about fostering heart-centred and ethical lifestyles. Join me in rethinking our choices, regenerating our environment and reconnecting with each other.
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