Rachael Stacpoole
Behavioural Support Practitioner
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Introducing the heart of Ararat Wellness – a team of experienced professionals, each bringing a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to fostering positive growth and well-being.
Lisa Duffy
Personal Assistant
Marina Yates
Personal Assistant
Erin Mahmud
Operations Manager
Adam Richards
Counsellor
Laura Dunning
Counsellor / Behavioural Support Practitioner
Honor Saunders
Behavioural Support Practitioner
Christopher Lambert
Counsellor
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From life's smallest ripples to its biggest waves, therapy is the anchor for us all.
Navigating life with unique challenges often requires specialised support. Mental therapy and counselling are crucial in providing NDIS participants with the tools and strategies needed to manage emotions, build resilience, and foster a positive outlook on life.
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Grief Avoidance: The Impact of Suppressing Emotions
When faced with profound loss, many of us instinctively turn away from the pain. We pack away photos, avoid conversations about our loved ones, and push down the overwhelming emotions that threaten to engulf us. This natural self-protective response—grief avoidance through emotional suppression—offers temporary relief but creates far-reaching consequences for our wellbeing. In Australia, where…
Grief Therapy Options: Evidence-Based Approaches for Managing Loss in Australia
Grief is a universal human experience that can profoundly impact our emotional, physical, and psychological wellbeing. While grief is a natural response to loss, navigating the complex emotions that accompany it can sometimes require professional support. In Australia, particularly across regions like the Sunshine Coast and rural areas such as Ararat in Victoria, accessing appropriate…
Why Some Losses Impact Us More Deeply: Understanding the Complexity of Grief
Grief touches all of us at some point, yet the intensity and duration of our response to loss varies significantly from person to person and situation to situation. While we may navigate some losses with relative resilience, others seem to penetrate the very core of our being, leaving lasting imprints on our emotional landscape. This…