NDIS Counselling

  NDIS Counselling with Aspire Holistic Counselling The NDIS considers counselling as therapeutic support that helps participants develop different techniques and skills. That strengthens their mental health and helps them achieve their individualised goals. How I can help. As a qualified Counsellor and Social Worker, I can offer more than just emotional support. Supporting clients…

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Reiki Gold Coast

  When I ask clients if they have ever tried meditation? The common answers I hear are: “My mind doesn’t stop thinking. I am too stressed out to sit still. I tried it and it didn’t work. I don’t think I am doing it right. I didn’t get any of those “Aha!” moments of clarity.”…

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Reiki helps Anxiety

Let’s be honest, having anxiety is the worst.  It affects your ability to fully experience all that life has to offer.  Anyone who has experienced having anxiety knows it can range from being a minor annoyance through to extreme debilitation.  There are a variety of treatment approaches for anxiety and it is best to find…

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How much does counselling cost

Many Australian counsellors charge based on an hourly rate. Hourly rates can typically range from $60 to $150 a session but some counsellors do offer a bulk discounted price for a packaged sessions. For more specialised areas of counselling such as relationship counselling or trauma counselling, expect rates to be around $100 to $180 per…

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Can Counselling Really Help Our Relationship?

I get a lot of questions about how couples should deal with relationship problems and whether or not it’s worth to go through counselling. The truth is that the success of relationship counselling depends on a number of factors. In order for counselling to be effective, the couple should be willing to engage in the…

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Anxiety & Panic Attacks: How Can I Help Myself?

Living with anxiety is never really easy. Anxiety attacks can happen any time and in any place without your bidding. For some, it could feel like being stuck in an endless loop of worries. And for others, it manifests through a series of panic attacks; breathing speeds up, chest tightens and you feel nauseous. When…

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Stressed out or just Anxious? What's the Difference?

We all know that feeling; the stomach ache, tense muscles, trouble sleeping, rapid breathing, the nervousness and a feeling of being restless for no apparent reason.  These are just a few of symptoms of stress and anxiety. But what is the difference from being stressed out or just anxious? Stress and anxiety both trigger negative…

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Help with Depression

Depression is now recognised as the most common mental health issue experienced by people. Currently it is estimated that 8-12% of people will experience depression at some point during their life. Those that have experienced depression will know how it can drastically influence your ability to function. Depression drains your energy leaving you feeling isolated…

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When to end a relationship

Deciding to end a relationship, can be a really stressful and confusing decision to make.  It can be hard to know if you are going through a rough patch or something more serious. Relationship anxiety can make you question: “Is worth it staying in this relationship?” “Can we work through issues?” “Should I just cut…

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Social Media Anxiety Counselling

With Christmas and summer holidays in full swing, many of us slide into a negative mindset, mostly triggered by what we see on social media. Taking your usual rounds on Facebook or Instagram, you see people posting photos of how fabulous their lives are right now when you have just broken up with your partner.…

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