Melinajbw Counselling Coaching Consulting

28/09/2025

What Happens in a Session?

You’ll be met with empathy, professionalism, and respect. No judgment. Just support.

Our EAP sessions are designed to be a safe space where you can explore challenges, set goals, and move forward.

💙 Book confidentially: https://www.melinajbw.com.au/appointments

25/09/2025

Easy Access, Your Way

Face-to-face, phone, or telehealth—we offer flexible counselling options to suit your schedule and comfort level. Booking is simple and confidential.

Take the first step today.

🔗 Visit: https://www.melinajbw.com.au/appointments

24/09/2025

EAP is for Everyone

No matter your role or position, MelinaJBW's EAP support is available to you—and your family. We’re committed to inclusivity, confidentiality, and care.

You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from support.

💬 Book a session: https://www.melinajbw.com.au/appointments

22/09/2025

What is EAP Counselling?

Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are confidential counselling services provided by your employer to support your mental health and wellbeing—at no cost to you.

At MelinaJBW, we help employees and their families manage stress, navigate challenges, and build resilience—professionally and personally.

📅 If your workplace offers EAP with us, you can book here: https://www.melinajbw.com.au/appointments

19/09/2025

So talented and creative well done Toowoomba Region

18/09/2025

Can't Relax? Always Have a Feeling of Urgency? Understanding the Hidden Impact of Anxiety
Anxiety is not a personal failure. It’s a signal. It’s your mind and body saying, “I need support.”

Can't Relax? Always Have a Feeling of Urgency? Understanding the Hidden Impact of Anxiety

You don’t have to be having panic attacks to be struggling with anxiety.

For many people, anxiety hides in plain sight — it looks like always saying yes, staying up late overthinking, snapping at loved ones, or feeling like you’re constantly on edge but can’t explain why.

In 2025, life is fast and full. We’re juggling careers, family, finances, expectations, and newsfeeds. It’s no wonder our nervous systems feel like they’re running marathons.

Read more of this blog here
https://melinajbw.com.au/blog/cant-relax-always-have-a-feeling-of-urgency-understanding-the-hidden-impact-of-anxiety

16/09/2025

Gentle Beginnings: Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Start Counselling

There’s something about spring that stirs a quiet hope in us. New leaves unfurl. Lambs wobble into the world. Soft blossoms stretch open after a long winter. And in the same way, this season gently reminds us — it’s okay to begin again.

Counselling is often seen as something we should turn to only when things are breaking. But spring teaches us a different truth: growth starts quietly. Sometimes, we don’t need a crisis — we simply need a fresh start.

Read more of this blog here
https://melinajbw.com.au/blog/gentle-beginnings-why-spring-is-the-perfect-time-to-start-counselling

14/09/2025

Sometimes pain it comes from the people we love the most, family trauma is unique and settles deep within our hearts, its hard to keep going when we are experiencing family trauma because relationships are complicated — especially in today’s world of blended families, high expectations, digital disconnection, and unspoken pressure to be “fine.”

Many clients come to counselling not because something big has happened, but because they feel lost, tired, or stuck in emotional loops they can’t escape.

Please read full blog here
https://melinajbw.com.au/blog/its-complicated-counselling-for-family-relationship-struggles

12/09/2025

Such a privilege to have this precious lady in my circle her authenticity and genuine joy she brings through empowering others is so refreshing
Thank you Kim 💜

There’s a certain feeling you get when you meet someone who’s truly living in alignment with their calling. For me, that feeling always surfaces when I see Melina. Her calm presence, her grounded energy, and her heart for others speak volumes — not just in what she says, but in how she moves through the world.

I’ve had the privilege of knowing Melina for a few years, and time and time again, the words that come to mind are peace and calm. She carries wisdom quietly and offers encouragement generously — whether it’s in a private conversation, a quick check-in, or a gentle word shared with someone going through a tough season.

Just this week, I saw her do what she does best — offer light. Not for show. Not for recognition. Just because she could see someone needed it. That’s who she is.

So this is simply a thank you — a moment to say, I see you, Melina. I appreciate you. I am grateful for the work you do in our community, even when so much of it is private, quiet, and unseen. Because the truth is, that’s often the work that matters most.

11/09/2025

There’s something calming about the presence of animals — the way they sense without judgment, comfort without words, and bring a quiet kind of joy.

At MelinaJBW, we know that healing can take many forms — and sometimes, it has four paws and a wagging tail.

Bonnie, our beautiful therapy dog, occasionally visits the clinic. She brings warmth, calm, and a whole lot of love. If you feel like having her present during your session would help, let us know. We’ll do our best to make that happen.

Because sometimes, support looks like someone walking beside you — or curling up quietly at your feet.

Want to meet Bonnie? Just ask when booking.
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09/09/2025

Watching a kitten play or a foal run free reminds us of the joy that lives in all of us — even if it’s been buried under stress, grief, or responsibility.

You haven’t lost your spark. It’s just waiting for space to return.

Counselling isn’t only for pain. It’s also for joy — rediscovering it, reclaiming it, and letting it grow again.

Joy lives here too. Let’s find it together.
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08/09/2025

Wonderful lunch on Saturday with an extraordinary group of businesswomen at the High Country Ladies Long Lunch.