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Unlock Your Path to Healing with Trauma-Informed Counselling
Why Choose Trauma-Informed Counselling?
Compassionate and Understanding Approach
Our counselling services are grounded in empathy and a deep understanding of the impact of trauma. We prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment, allowing you to explore your experiences without fear of judgment.
Personalized Care
Every individual's experience with trauma is unique. At Enhance Wellbeing Counselling we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs, helping you find the most effective ways to heal and grow.
Holistic Healing
We believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. Our trauma-informed counselling integrates mental, emotional, and sometimes physical aspects of well-being, fostering comprehensive healing.
Empowerment and Resilience Building
Our goal is to empower you with the tools and strategies to manage and overcome the effects of trauma. We focus on building resilience, so you can navigate life's challenges with greater strength and confidence

 Improved Mental Health and Well-being
Addressing trauma can significantly enhance your overall mental health. Our services aim to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD, while promoting a more positive and balanced outlook on life.
Confidential and Professional
Your privacy is our priority. We maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism, ensuring a secure space for your healing journey.

Take the First Step Towards Healing
Contact us today to learn more about our trauma-informed counselling services and how we can support your journey to well-being.

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​Counselling, Psychological & Mental Health Supports

Find the help and support you need right here.

We work with individuals, couples, and families across Geelong, the Surf Coast, and the Bellarine to help you process grief and loss, develop healthier relationships, and improve your psychological wellbeing, no matter what life has thrown your way.

Our services include:

  • Grief and Loss Counselling: Helping you navigate and heal from loss.

  • Relationship Counselling: Assisting in building stronger, healthier relationships.

  • Individual Therapy: Focusing on your personal mental health and wellbeing.

Experience confidential counselling services in a beautiful and quiet setting, designed to provide a safe space for your healing journey. Reach out today to start improving your mental health and wellbeing.

Therapy Support dogs 

Piper and Lily are 2 small Maltese Shitzhou therapy support dogs who love to interact with clients or sit happily in their bed and take it all in. 

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Lily and Piper are our support dogs

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Services

EMDR 

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What is EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of psychotherapy designed to help people heal from trauma and distressing life experiences. Developed by Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR is particularly effective in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

How Does EMDR Work?

EMDR therapy involves the client recalling distressing memories while the therapist directs their eye movements or uses other forms of bilateral stimulation, such as tapping or auditory tones. This process helps the brain reprocess the traumatic memory, reducing its emotional impact and allowing for healthier cognitive associations.

Benefits of EMDR

  • Effective for PTSD: EMDR is widely recognized for its effectiveness in treating PTSD, with many individuals experiencing significant improvement.

  • Rapid Results: Many clients notice relief after just a few sessions, making it a quicker alternative to traditional talk therapy.

  • Non-Invasive: The therapy does not involve medication and is less invasive than some other treatment options.

  • Versatile Applications: Besides PTSD, EMDR is effective for treating anxiety, depression, phobias, and more.

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EMDR offers a powerful and efficient way to process and heal from traumatic memories. By facilitating the brain’s natural healing process, EMDR helps individuals move past trauma and achieve emotional well-being.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us.

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Couples and Relationships Therapy

Enhance Wellbeing Counselling offers relationship-focused therapy across Geelong, the Surf Coast, and Bellarine Region. Our approach uses Gottman Therapy to:

  • Disarm conflicting verbal communication

  • Increase intimacy, respect, and affection

  • Remove barriers to overcome stagnancy

  • Foster empathy and understanding in relationships

Individual Counselling for Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss 

No matter your story or circumstances, we provide support, recovery, and healing. At Enhance Wellbeing Counselling, we believe in the power of positive change. We help you find personalized solutions to overcome life's challenges and thrive in your personal life and relationships.

Available for:

  • Face-to-Face Counselling: Available Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

  • Telehealth: Remote counselling options

  • Walk and Talk Therapy: Available on Tuesdays

Specialized Therapies

  • EMDR: For trauma and PTSD (see more

  • CBT and Psychotherapy: For depression, anxiety, and burnout

  • Grief and Loss Counselling: Support through difficult times

NDIS Registered

We provide support for NDIS participants, whether Agency Managed, Plan Managed, or Self Managed, including complex trauma, PTSD, mental health recovery, and more.

All new enquiries are welcome.

Remember

"Your present circumstances don’t determine where you go; they merely determine where you start." — Nido Qubein

Need to speak to someone straight away?

If you have need to speak with a someone urgently please call :-

·    Lifeline 13 11 14

·    Barwon Health Triage 1300 094 187

·    DirectLine Victoria  drug and alcohol (AOD) 1800 888 236

·    Suicide Callback Service 1300 659 467

·    Mensline 1300 789 987

·    Reachout au.reachout.com 

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Indiginous / Aboriginal specific: 

·    Brother to Brother 1800 435 799 

·    Yarning Safe and Strong 1800 95 95 63

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Domestic Violence/ Sexual Assault  

·    RESPECT 1800 737 732

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·    Carer Leavers  (1900-1989) (those who have experienced out of home care) including Forgotten Australians - 1800 008 774 

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Kids :- 

·    Kids helpline 1800 551 800 

·    Headspace 5222 6690

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