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Before you dive headfirst into setting goals for the year, take a moment to design the life you actually want.Think beyo...
13/01/2025

Before you dive headfirst into setting goals for the year, take a moment to design the life you actually want.

Think beyond tasks and deadlines, how do you want to feel, work, and play this year?

Use these questions to reflect, reimagine, and create a life you’ll love.

🔗 Save this post for when you’re ready to plan your best year yet!

06/01/2025

Time to Let It Go 🎶

You’ve reviewed. You’ve reflected. Now, the final step: RELEASE.

This is where the real magic happens, letting go of what no longer serves you so you can walk into 2025 lighter, brighter, and more intentionally.

In the final part of the "Clearing the Slate" podcast episode, I guide you through a fun exercise to leave the baggage behind (and maybe even say thank you for the lessons it taught you).

🎙️ Trust me, your future self will want to send you a high-five.

🎧 You can listen to the full podcast episode "Clearing the Slate" by clicking the link in my bio.

05/01/2025

Mirror, Mirror on the Page…

You’ve reviewed the year. (Gold stars for you, friend. ⭐)
Now it’s time to REFLECT.

Reflection isn’t just about remembering, it’s about connecting the dots.
What moments taught you the most? What surprised you?
What filled your cup so much you’re still sipping from it? ☕

In Part 2 of this juicy snippet from "Clearing the Slate," from the Whoa to Go podcast, I’ll coach you through a journaling prompt that turns hindsight into insight. It’s simple, practical, and oh-so-powerful.

🖊️ Set aside 10 minutes. You’ll thank yourself later.

🎧 Link in bio to listen to the full epsiode


04/01/2025

🎙️ PSA: Your Year Was Juicy, Let’s Squeeze It!

Before you flip the page to 2025, hit pause. ✋
Your first step? REVIEW.

In this Whoa to Go podcast episode, I’m handing you the ultimate journal prompt to dig into last year. The highs, the curveballs, the surprise wins hiding in plain sight, it’s all there, waiting to be uncovered.

Because when you know what worked, you can do more of it. (And who doesn’t want more of the good stuff?)

👂 Listen to the full episode now and grab your pen. I promise it’s not just journaling, it’s like filing for your brain. ✨

🎧 Link in bio or search "Clearing the Slate!" from "Whoa to Go" wherever you listen to your podcasts.



💡 Here’s the thing: You don’t just survive a year, you live it, and each year leaves you with a mix of ✨ the Gold & the ...
02/01/2025

💡 Here’s the thing: You don’t just survive a year, you live it, and each year leaves you with a mix of ✨ the Gold & the Grey ✨ This quick exercise will help you sift through it all💛









This year? My hope for you is simple: to Flourish! Not just survive, not just scrape through....flourish like the gorgeo...
02/01/2025

This year? My hope for you is simple: to Flourish!
Not just survive, not just scrape through....flourish like the gorgeous, radiant, life loving human you are.

So, as you start dreaming, planning, and setting your intentions, make space for nurturing yourself like you’d nurture your best friend:

📝 Keep a daily gratitude journal (because perspective is everything)

🌿 Ditch the “shoulds” – they’re stealing your joy

🎉 Celebrate your wins, no matter how “small” they seem

🗣️ Speak to yourself with kindness (yes, out loud is best)

💡 Manage your energy like the precious resource it is

💞 Spend time with loved ones, especially the ones who really fill your cup

🌸 And do more of the things that light you up from the inside

It’s not about doing more.
It’s about doing what matters. This is your permission slip to let go of the noise and step into what you actually need.

So, tell me, which one are you starting with? 👇


21/11/2024

🌟 BIG EXCITING NEWS! My New Website is LIVE! 🌟

I've been working behind the scenes to create a space that truly reflects who I am and how I help women and couples like YOU find clarity, calm, and connection in life. 💛

🎨 Whether you're looking for creative tools to beat overwhelm, want to explore how therapy can transform your relationships, or are curious about my 12-Week Reset Program, it's all here in one beautifully designed home.

Here’s what you’ll find:
🧘‍♀️ A FREE Headspace Helper activity to start calming your mind today
🎧 Podcast episodes from Whoa to Go
🎨 Creative therapy
💌 Easy ways to connect and book a session

Special thanks to the incredibly talented Bailey Rose Creative for her design guru-ness! Your graphic design tech-i-ness magic really brought my vision to life. 🙌

➡️ Take a peek! Click the link in my bio and let me know what you think!

💬 I’d love to hear your feedback, drop a comment below or send me a Private Message.

Who says Boundaries can't be beautiful?!Mixing things up a bit here with a mix of Writing and Art making journalling pro...
22/08/2024

Who says Boundaries can't be beautiful?!
Mixing things up a bit here with a mix of Writing and Art making journalling prompts to help kick the people pleasing habit and develop healthier boundaries!
Oooh I can't wait to see your 🎨 responses, remember to tag me and let me know what this has been like for you 💌

Bridges are for connecting us to places we want to go, people who are dear to us and things we want to do.They are not j...
15/08/2024

Bridges are for connecting us to places we want to go, people who are dear to us and things we want to do.
They are not just for going back and forth.
Just like bridges, we need to be aware of our capacity and our limitations.
Bridges need to be able to support their own weight as well as the weight of the extra traffic they carry.
If not...they, like us, become vulnerable.
We need to be aware of times we feel resentful, or worn down, or forced into accepting something we don't want.
If you feel like people are "walking all over you" - they probably are.
Boundaries, like bridges, are there to control the flow of traffic and control the access.
When Boundaries are broken or bent or worn down, there will be a cost.
Everything will breakdown, the maintenance sign will go up and no-one is getting anywhere fast.
When you set your Boundaries, you are creating space for yourself to thrive!
Take courage lovely, it's time to love yourself enough to re-establish Boundaries that are in line with your emotional capacity.
It is never selfish to to set healthy Boundaries!

Do you struggle with saying NO?I wonder why you do that?What's the reason behind that?The reason why you might bve sayin...
15/08/2024

Do you struggle with saying NO?
I wonder why you do that?
What's the reason behind that?
The reason why you might bve saying yes instead of no is usually tied to something deeper.
Understanding these reasons can help you move towards setting healthier boundaries to honour your true needs.

Are you tired of life feeling like a snooze-fest? It's time to hit the refresh button, shake off that overwhelm, and bri...
03/05/2024

Are you tired of life feeling like a snooze-fest? It's time to hit the refresh button, shake off that overwhelm, and bring some colour to the grey areas of your life. Send me a message to see if we're a good fit. Let's chat 🌻🤗

Hi there 👋 I thought this might help you get to know me better
03/05/2024

Hi there 👋 I thought this might help you get to know me better

Just keeping it real! It's all part of the joy of living in paradise aka North Queensland! Hope you're okay tonight! I'l...
13/12/2023

Just keeping it real! It's all part of the joy of living in paradise aka North Queensland! Hope you're okay tonight! I'll be posting updates on my stories 🌀👀

11/10/2023

When you are going through tough times, it is hard to know what to do.
For Chrissy from Masculine Matters Coaching & Counselling it helped her to start with the basics.
She literally did the best she could with what she had and got on her stationary bike forcing her legs to move.
This is such a great story of resilience, courage, sheer will power and thinking outside the box!
Wherever you are at and whatever you are going through, I hope you are encouraged and inspired.

🎙You can listen to Chrissy's full interview on the Whoa to Go Podcast on Apple or Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts or by clicking here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/.../13728042-choosing-to-live...

Who knew therapy could be so much fun?! 🙌I'm just over here doing my thing... combining play and creativity to support e...
10/10/2023

Who knew therapy could be so much fun?! 🙌
I'm just over here doing my thing... combining play and creativity to support each of my clients to heal, process and grow!
So much fun!!!
Today it was using funky cards, yesterday it was having a conversation with puppets 🎭
Who knows what tomorrow will bring ? 🤔

09/10/2023

Have you ever hit rock bottom and felt like giving up on life?
My friend and colleague, Chrissy Gavin from Masculine Matters Coaching & Counselling walked in for spinal fusion surgery five years ago and things went terribly wrong. She ended up in a wheelchair, unable to walk, unable to care for herself and her whole life was turned upside down. At this point she nearly gave up on life. I’m so glad she found a resilience and strength to keep going.
It doesn't matter what life throws at you, you can still choose to live a good life, even if it doesn't look like how you thought it would.
You get to choose!

🎙You can listen to Chrissy's full interview on the Whoa to Go Podcast on Apple or Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts or by clicking here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2213831/13728042-choosing-to-live-a-good-life

04/10/2023

Empaths are very special people, they are the healing balm this world needs, but it's not all a bed of roses being an empath.
There are some challenges us highly sensitive people experience.
It is so important that empaths manage themselves and their physical and emotional energy, so they don't end up rocking in a corner or hiding from the world.
Take care of you.

27/09/2023

Listen to this gem from Phil Walker in our recent Whoa to Go podcast episode, giving great advice for those recovering from unhealthy relationships.

🎙You can listen to the Whoa to Go Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts or by clicking here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2213831

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Burnout isn’t just “being tired.” It’s your body begging for a reset. 🚨 That bone-deep exhaustion isn’t lazines, it’s burnout creeping in. When your energy never fully refills, it’s a sign your nervous system is stuck in overdrive. 💡 If you’re waking up just as tired as when you went to bed, it’s time to stop pushing through and start paying attention. Your body is talking—are you listening? 🔥 Need a reset? My 12-week RESET program is designed to help you break free from burnout, get your mojo back, and actually feel like yourself again. DM me “RESET” to learn more. #BurnoutRecovery #restneeded #ExhaustedButCantStop #TimeForAReset

Tag! Your turn! Play! Create! Experiment! Process! Who cares about the end result. Everyone can make care less art and feel so much better for it! Go on....Have a crack at it. What's on your heart today? Post yours in the comments 👇 #carelessart #artplay #processart #arttherapy #helpingyouthrive #goodoldcrayons

How can you wear your joy? I wanted to take some of the yellow from the sunrise 🌅 into my day today, so I wore this cute little summer dress. All day long it reminded me of the gorgeous pinks and yellows that graced the sky as the sun rose. So breathtaking 😍 Also sending a thankyou to Courteney for helping tie my straps - so hard to do on my own haha 😄 What are some of the ways you are dressing for joy? I'd love to know in the comments below 👇 😃 #sunriseinspiration #wearyourjoy #howtothrive #dontworrybehappy #rememberthegood #dressforjoy #askforhelp #womensupportingwomen

This brought me joy! A little drawing of love for me to discover from my Dad. It's so good for your wellbeing to take note of those tiny, beautiful moments in your day that make you smile. Let me know what made you smile today? #smile😊 #countyourblessings #littledrawing #tinybeautifulthings #sharethelove

Time to Let It Go 🎶 You’ve reviewed. You’ve reflected. Now, the final step: RELEASE. This is where the real magic happens, letting go of what no longer serves you so you can walk into 2025 lighter, brighter, and more intentionally. In the final part of the "Clearing the Slate" podcast episode, I guide you through a fun exercise to leave the baggage behind (and maybe even say thank you for the lessons it taught you). 🎙️ Trust me, your future self will want to send you a high-five. 🎧 You can listen to the full podcast episode "Clearing the Slate" by clicking the link in my bio. #ReleaseAndRenew #ClearTheSlate #LetItGo #WhoaToGoPodcast #journallingprompts #releaseexercise #thisisthefunpart

Mirror, Mirror on the Page… You’ve reviewed the year. (Gold stars for you, friend. ⭐) Now it’s time to REFLECT. Reflection isn’t just about remembering, it’s about connecting the dots. What moments taught you the most? What surprised you? What filled your cup so much you’re still sipping from it? ☕ In Part 2 of this juicy snippet from "Clearing the Slate," from the Whoa to Go podcast, I’ll coach you through a journaling prompt that turns hindsight into insight. It’s simple, practical, and oh-so-powerful. 🖊️ Set aside 10 minutes. You’ll thank yourself later. 🎧 Link in bio to listen to the full epsiode #ReflectAndGrow #JournalingPrompt #InsightfulLiving #WhoaToGoPodcast #squeezethejuice #dontshrinkback #lookatyougrow #seeya2024

🎙️ PSA: Your Year Was Juicy, Let’s Squeeze It! Before you flip the page to 2025, hit pause. ✋ Your first step? REVIEW. In this Whoa to Go podcast episode, I’m handing you the ultimate journal prompt to dig into last year. The highs, the curveballs, the surprise wins hiding in plain sight, it’s all there, waiting to be uncovered. Because when you know what worked, you can do more of it. (And who doesn’t want more of the good stuff?) 👂 Listen to the full episode now and grab your pen. I promise it’s not just journaling, it’s like filing for your brain. ✨ 🎧 Link in bio or search "Clearing the Slate!" from "Whoa to Go" wherever you listen to your podcasts. #ReviewYourYear #ClearTheSlate #JournalingForGrowth #whoatogopodcast #squeezethejuice #closingthedooron2024

Time to celebrate 🥳 5 years in this business! 5 years listening deeply 5 years holding space 5 years caring 5 years shouldering burdens What a privilege. #feelinggrateful #therapistcelebrations #pausinginawe #caring #sharing #championing #cheerseveryone

That is a rump shaking moment right there! 💃💃 I couldn't be prouder of my client who used to avoid conflict like the plague, for holding her boundaries and standing firm! 👏🏻 Boundaries aren't easy, but they're so worth it! To my amazing client, well done stepping into your own power and choosing self-respect. This is your victory dance, and I'm celebrating with you! #boundaryboss #therapistcelebrations #boundarywins #protectyourpeace #healthyrelationships #peoplepleaserrecovery #celebratesmallwins #youdidgood

Just breathe 🌬 Take this moment to come back to you... The technique I talk you through here is called 7/11 breathing. I love how easy it is to remember. Breathing out for longer than you breathe in stimulates your parasympathetic nervous system and helps you to calm down. #burnoutsupport #justbreathe #breathing #breathwork #keepcalmand____ #gogently

🌟 BIG EXCITING NEWS! My New Website is LIVE! 🌟 I've been working behind the scenes to create a space that truly reflects who I am and how I help women and couples like YOU find clarity, calm, and connection in life. 💛 🎨 Whether you're looking for creative tools to beat overwhelm, want to explore how therapy can transform your relationships, or are curious about my 12-Week Reset Program, it's all here in one beautifully designed home. Here’s what you’ll find: 🧘‍♀️ A FREE Headspace Helper activity to start calming your mind today 🎧 Podcast episodes from Whoa to Go 🎨 Creative therapy 💌 Easy ways to connect and book a session Special thanks to the incredibly talented Bailey Rose Creative for her design guru-ness! Your graphic design tech-i-ness magic really brought my vision to life. 🙌 ➡️ Take a peek! Click the link in my bio and let me know what you think! 💬 I’d love to hear your feedback, drop a comment below or send me a Private Message.

🌟 BIG EXCITING NEWS! My New Website is LIVE! 🌟 I've been working behind the scenes to create a space that truly reflects who I am and how I help women and couples like YOU find clarity, calm, and connection in life. 💛 🎨 Whether you're looking for creative tools to beat overwhelm, want to explore how therapy can transform your relationships, or are curious about my 12-Week Reset Program, it's all here in one beautifully designed home. Here’s what you’ll find: 🧘‍♀️ A FREE Headspace Helper activity to start calming your mind today 🎧 Podcast episodes from Whoa to Go 🎨 Creative therapy 💌 Easy ways to connect and book a session Special thanks to the incredibly talented Bailey Rose Creative for her design guru-ness! Your graphic design tech-i-ness magic really brought my vision to life. 🙌 ➡️ Take a peek! Click the link in my bio and let me know what you think! 💬 I’d love to hear your feedback, drop a comment below or send me a DM.

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The journey starts here...

I believe that from little things, big things grow.

Every journey no matter how big or how small, begins with one step. Then another and another, until pretty soon you find yourself in a completely different place, having experiences you can only wonder at, that you never would have had if you didn’t take that first step way back at the beginning. That is how it was with the beginning of The Counselling Studio.

After establishing a successful electrical contracting business with my husband, based in the Atherton Tablelands, I wanted to do more to tangibly help people on their own journeys, to empower them rather than just provide power for them. Pun intended! I have always been a natural counsellor walking through the ups and downs of life alongside friends and family, especially supporting them through crisis.

There were three catalysts that led to me taking this counselling path. The first was when a person dear to me experienced the debilitating effects of depression over three hard years. The second, when we had a house guest who experienced the symptoms of a severe panic attack. The third, when I pulled up my shirt sleeves and went on a short term mission trip overseas to Thailand and Cambodia to help with the great work that Destiny Rescue is doing rehabilitating children from sexual slavery. It was then I knew I wanted to learn and grow my own skill set so that I could help others. I had a fire growing in my belly, a passion to help people navigate the twists and turns of life, to be with people for their journey.