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Starting counselling can feel overwhelming, but understanding what to expect in your first session can help ease your nerves. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the process, from the initial welcome to goal-setting, and explain how we can work together to support your mental health. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, or life transitions, this post will give you a clearer picture of what happens in your first session

Life can become overwhelming sometimes. Counselling can help to gain clarity and strength to continue moving forward in those tough times.

FIFO life offers financial stability, but the emotional cost is often overlooked. The constant cycle of leaving, adjusting to site life, coming home, and preparing to leave again places a heavy load on both workers and families. Many people describe feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, lonely, or unsure how to reconnect when they return home. These experiences aren’t a sign of weakness — they’re a normal response to an intense lifestyle that demands constant transition. In this

Sudden death shatters the world in an instant. One moment life is moving forward as expected; the next, everything feels different, disorienting, and painfully unreal. Whether the loss happened through an accident, cardiac event, suicide, overdose, medical crisis, or any situation without time to prepare, the shock can leave people feeling frozen, numb, or overwhelmed.

Deciding whether to see a counsellor can feel overwhelming. You might find yourself asking: "How do I know if I need a counsellor?" or "Are my struggles “serious enough” for counselling?" The truth is, counselling isn’t only for people in crisis. It’s a safe and supportive space to talk about whatever is weighing on you. This could be daily stress, big life changes, or feelings you can’t quite make sense of. If you’ve been wondering whether

Imagine the final seconds of a championship game. The score is tied, and the crowd is going wild. In these moments, how you think is just...

Physical ability is just one piece of the puzzle in sports. Coaches and parents often see two athletes with similar skills perform very...

Michelle stood at the edge of the soccer field, her heart pounding with the intensity of the match. Instead of shouting in frustration...

Why Mindset Matters in Sport Mindset refers to the mental framework we use to approach challenges, setbacks, and success. In sport, this...

Fly-in fly-out (FIFO) work arrangements are common across Australia’s mining, oil, and gas industries. While these roles often provide...

When someone you care about is grieving, it’s natural to want to support them. But knowing how to support them — what to say, what not...

The only thing constant in life is change. Life is full of change and transitions. Some are joyful — like the birth of a child or...

If you’ve been through a divorce or separation, you might be surprised by how deeply sadness, confusion, or even relief can mix together. You may tell yourself it’s “for the best,” yet still feel a painful emptiness, a quiet grief that can’t be explained easily. That ache isn’t weakness or regret. It’s grief. Many people don’t realise

Major life changes often arrive without warning—or they build slowly until everything shifts at once. Whether it’s a divorce, loss of a...

Much like the death of a loved one, divorce can trigger intense feelings of grief. Sadness, anger, confusion, and a profound sense of...

Working away from home in remote or high-pressure environments can be rewarding — but it can also be incredibly demanding on your wellbeing. For many FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) workers, the lifestyle brings opportunity and financial stability, yet also creates real challenges for mental health, relationships, and emotional resilience. As a counsellor experienced in supporting FIFO workers and families, I’ve seen how stress, isolation, fatigue, and emotional strain can build qui

Family is where life begins — and where emotional foundations are built. For children, strong family support is one of the most powerful...

Parenting a child with ADHD comes with unique challenges—but also incredible opportunities for growth, connection, and support. In this post, we’ll explore practical ways to help your child thrive, from creating structure and using positive reinforcement, to fostering strong relationships at school and home. Whether you’re just beginning this journey or looking for new strategies, you’ll find gentle guidance and encouragement here.

Grief is hard—especially for children. In this gentle, research-informed guide, Kimberly Freeman of Shifting Perspective Counselling shares practical ways for parents and caregivers to support grieving kids with compassion and clarity. Learn how to talk about death, recognize emotional needs, and build resilience in your child through life’s toughest moments.