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Hunter Valley Walk and Talk Therapy

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The way things are, is not how they always have to be.

Hunter Valley Walk and Talk Therapy

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The way things are, is not how they always have to be.

 

 Are you feeling like you’ve carried enough?


Enough doubt,  guilt,  second-guessing, and enough of everyone else’s expectations. 

Is it  time to find a space that’s just for you? 


I'm Mel, the counsellor at Hunter Valley Walk and Talk. I offer you a space where you can breathe, reflect, and begin to untangle the layers that keep you feeling stuck, disempowered, dissatisfied and unsettled. 


You don’t need fixing. More than anything what all of us need is someone who sees us, listens without judgement, and helps us to navigate our own path forward. That’s where I come in.  I offer genuine, meaningful, therapeutic support for women, in a space where you can exhale and feel safe enough to be yourself.


I’m here to help you slow down and reconnect with the parts of you that have long been neglected.


Therapy is offered outside, instead of in a traditional office setting, giving you the freedom, clarity, and space you might have struggled to find in more clinical settings. 


Nature makes an amazing co-therapist.


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What will you do with your one wild and precious life?

Mary Oliver

 

If life has left you feeling disconnected, unravelled, dishevelled and stuck, you’re not alone. Together, we’ll uncover the pieces you’ve lost, nourish your heart, and guide you toward a life that’s more fulfilling and aligned with what your soul truly wants.


Healing begins with being seen. Your story matters, and you deserve to be heard. I will listen as you share your untold stories, help you manage difficult feelings, and support you as you move forward with a renewed sense of self-worth and inner peace.


What would it feel like to finally love and accept yourself as you are, here and now? Imagine the freedom of changing your relationship with the pain, shame, and fear that have weighed you down all these years. I’ll help you find self-compassion, embrace your worth, and step into a future full of possibility and growth.


It’s not too late to start again. If you’re feeling lost or unsure about what comes next, know that it’s never too late to create the next chapter of your story. Together, we’ll explore the journey that brought you here, gently acknowledge and tend your emotional wounds, and set you on the path to the life you deserve.

I’m here for you, and I am ready to support you. 


Your Journey Starts Here, if you want it to: Whether you're seeking to improve your relationships, get conscious and intentional about your healing and growth , or simply find greater self-understanding, peace and fulfillment, I'm here to support and guide you.


 If you’re ready to face life’s challenges with a supportive and empathetic ally, I’m here to walk alongside you. 

 

As we navigate the complexities of life, emotions evolve, and priorities shift. Whether it's grappling with past hurts, reassessing relationships, or exploring new paths, I'm here to support you.    


Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment together.







 

Please note that Hunter Valley Walk and Talk is not a crisis counselling or free service. If you feel you are in crisis and are in need of someone to talk to right now, you can call:

Lifeline – 131114 Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636 

Suicide call back service -  1300 659 467

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So, this is different ... what exactly are we doing?

  

We meet weekly or fortnightly in green spaces, on the beach or via Zoom. The first few sessions are seated and then we can move to walking if you wish. The combination of talk therapy and the physiological and psychological benefits of being outdoors combine to create a rich, meaningful, therapeutic experience. Therapy is offered year round, if it's raining or too hot we meet in well sheltered spaces or via Zoom. 


Outdoor therapy can make it easier for you to open up and explore all those tough feelings and thoughts that you have bouncing around inside your mind and body. It's a much more relaxed, easy going way of doing therapy than you may have experienced before. 


I can provide counselling to you throughout Newcastle and Maitland. Video counselling is also available Australia wide, in New Zealand, and for locals, if that's what you would prefer - or we can do a mix!

Click the booking button below to see my availability.


If you are in a situation where your electronic spending is monitored, and you don't want anyone to know  you are coming to see me - please give me a call when you are alone to discuss, I am happy to accept cash in some circumstances. 


Couples coaching is also available for female same-sex couples who are both willing to participate, please read ALL of the information here carefully, before booking your couples session.


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Practicing self-compassion is a big part of the work we will do together, click the 'get it now' button below to download your free guide, to get you started on the self-compassion journey.

Your Free Self-compassion RoadMAP

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Hi, I’m Mel. Since early 2018, I’ve been dedicated to supporting women through their unique journeys, bringing both professional training along with empathy and deep compassion to the table. 


My background in Counselling and Community Services, combined with hands-on work in mental health and with victim-survivors of DV, along with my own life's challenges, including where I am today - a couple of years away from 50 and holding on tight through the peri-menopausal roller coaster ride (iykyk), means I kinda get the depth and complexity of the human experience and in particular, a woman's experience. 


Want to know more about my approach? You can listen to my conversation on the Sacred Ground podcast or explore my story on the ‘About’ page.


Let’s start a meaningful conversation and work together towards your personal growth.

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A beautiful tree lined path to walk on

Outdoor Therapy

Mindfulness in Nature

Mindfulness in Nature

We meet in green spaces or on the beach. We can walk, or we can sit. It's up to you.

A group of women connecting in nature

Mindfulness in Nature

Mindfulness in Nature

Mindfulness in Nature

Beautiful, enriching opportunity to experience the power of connection and nature with a group of amazing, soul filled women.

A woman having a counselling session over Video or Zoom

Video

Couples

Couples

Prefer to have counselling in your pjs, in the comfort of your own home? No worries, this is an option too.

Couples

Couples

Couples

Gottman based Couples Coaching provided to same sex attracted women in relationships.

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Self-Awareness Journal

Self-Awareness Journal

Self-Awareness Journal

If you are open to becoming more self-aware, then you'll find this free journal helpful in your quest. Click on the image to access.

Communication Poll

Self-Awareness Journal

Self-Awareness Journal

I am working on some resources to assist women with their communication struggles. I'd love it if you'd click on the image above, and participate in the poll. It's completely confidential - not even I know who has participated!

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