Connect 2 Thrive

I’m pleased to share that I am now an approved TAC provider.

I am a person-centred clinician supporting people at all stages of life, working alongside you in a safe, respectful, and collaborative space.

I support people with trauma-informed psychological interventions, meeting each person where they are in their journey.

📩 Referrals are welcome

This week has been a full one.
Highs, lows, the unknowns… and everything in between.

One thing that showed up again and again in the therapy room is how powerful our past experiences can be. The stories we carry don’t just stay in the past — they quietly shape how we interpret what’s happening right in front of us.

Sometimes, without even realising it, we respond to the present through the lens of the past. Our feelings intensify, our reactions come quickly, and we find ourselves acting on narratives that no longer belong to this moment.

And yet, so often the piece that gets missed is regulation.
When we don’t pause, when we don’t give ourselves space to settle, we can unintentionally misunderstand what’s actually happening.

What might shift if we slowed it down?
If we took a breath, grounded ourselves, and checked in before responding?

Not everything we feel in the present belongs to the present.

There is so much power in noticing, pausing, and choosing a different response. I want to extend my appreciation to the courage that was shown in this space and I hope there are gentle moments to reflect, breath and be within the self this long weekend 🤗

International Women’s Day 💜

Today is a day to recognise and celebrate the achievements, strength and contributions of women in our communities and across the world. It is also a reminder of the importance of continuing to work towards equality, safety and opportunity for women and girls everywhere.

This year I felt incredibly surprised and honoured to be nominated for Celebrating Women of the Moira Shire as part of the International Women’s Day celebrations. The theme for this year is “Give to Gain.”

Reading the nomination provided me the opportunity to pause and reflect on the deeper meaning behind the work I do each day. At its heart, my work is about giving — giving time, compassion, knowledge and care to support children, families and individuals who are navigating trauma, emotional challenges and developmental needs.

Through play therapy, EMDR, counselling and parenting support, I have the privilege of creating safe spaces where people can feel seen, heard and supported as they heal, grow and build resilience.

I feel deeply grateful to the person who nominated me. Your words meant more than you probably realise and reminded me why this work matters so much.

Today I also want to acknowledge the many women in our community who quietly give so much of themselves every day — in families, services, schools, workplaces and community spaces. Your care, strength and dedication make a real difference.

Happy International Women’s Day.