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On my counselling journey, the challenges of tackling mental health issues can often be seen as waves constantly washing over us, then gradually receding to disclose new potential opportunities

Grounding is a key concept in counselling, helping us to establish strong roots in the here and now, focusing on the present, to help us manage and respond to disassociation

Reflecting on counselling, the pioneering work of our Godfather of humanistic counselling, Carl Rogers and his daughter, Natalie, still resonates with me. Their acceptance of self-directed change, inspired by the

Since opening my eyes in this world, I have always been surrounded by music. Along the journey of life’s challenges, music has always provided grounding, relaxation, and most importantly, reflection

As part of the human race, I have always loved to consider why we are on this planet, and that is to help one another. As we all know, we

The underlying principles of offering “counselling” guidance and support can be traced back to ancient times, using storytelling, rituals, and community support to address personal challenges. Since the mid-20th century,

Yesterday, the word ‘gratitude’ was lingering in my mind. It always makes me wonder about the lack of comprehension and empathy, which is often and unfortunately shown towards people who

Living with a disability does not mean you are any less of a person without a disability. It simply means that whatever your disability, it is a feature of you

Working with people who have a disability, and seeing how many in society respond to their circumstances, makes me really wonder how far we have come since Australia was a

While reading the newspaper this morning, I came across an insightful article about how societies treat people with disabilities. A reflection lingered in my mind, contemplating a question which I

A sunrise casts a new light on a day, allowing us to choose to embrace the many shades of different stories that exist in our diverse society. Despite all the

A balanced window of tolerance, developed by psychiatrist Dr Dan Siegel, helps us to effectively function and to promote our wellbeing. The window of tolerance helps us to tolerate mild

Australia prides itself as a free and democratic country, treating all persons equally and respecting others. Sadly, however, people with a disability experience systemic, even organisational discrimination throughout society and

The deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) are more common in Australia than many of us realise. The Deafness Forum Australia estimates that approximately one in six Australians has a

It is National Carers Week, and these many unsung and often silent heroes deserve our support and recognition. In 2022, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Survey of Disability, Ageing

Last weekend, while re-reading Joseph Nguyen’s insightful book, Don’t Believe Everything you Think, I started to ponder on the cognitive processes that occur when clients have thoughts and keep thinking

In 2025, just under 4 million Australians (or 1 in 6 people) experience a significant degree of hearing loss, with up to 1.5 million Australians experiencing moderate to severe hearing

People living with a disability are as much a part of our community as people living without a disability. In Australia, in 2022, the Australian Bureau of Statistics identified more

Dementia is a cruel and often heartbreaking condition that impacts the sufferer and all those around them. It is regarded as a disability because it causes a decline in cognitive

Tragedy, loss, and grief strike us individually and collectively, in unexpected and often harsh ways. The tragic and horrific scenes from Bondi Beach last Sunday are a sad reminder that

One of the tenets of the Australian character and our values as a nation is that we treat everyone equally and respect those who, for whatever reason, may be different

These times seem troubling, with blame and hostility between religions, between leaders and between communities, where everyone thinks they are right and the only view of the world is their

A while ago, I transitioned through a massive journey that involved an astronomical amount of resilience and self-empowerment. My recovery and the challenges along the way have certainly changed the

When faced with difficult circumstances, particularly when you have a disability, creating a narrative for your journey through life can be challenging. However, positive narratives can help you to reframe

Developing empowerment in the disability community is the most powerful force that can bring together, in a meaningful way, those with a disability and those without a disability: to treat

Who does not like a memorable tune? The power of Beethoven and his Ode to Joy and freedom. The glorious harmonies of Mozart. The cool sass of Louis Armstrong with