Client Care

Session preparation (5 minutes)
  • Settle into a quiet, comfortable space where you feel entirely at ease. If it helps, hold an object that grounds you—a familiar item or simply resting your hands together. Allow yourself to rest in this space, giving both mind and body room to unwind.
  • Take a brief moment to simply observe your breath. Allow any thoughts to pass without engaging with them and just focus on breathing, even if only for a few breaths. This small pause can help bring calm and clarity to your mind.
  • Gently close your eyes. Allow yourself to acknowledge that the environment you are in is safe and secure. Trust that, in this moment, you are protected and at ease.
Aftercare ritual
  • Take a few moments to write down any insights, thoughts, or emotions that have come up and feel important or interesting to you. Keeping track of these reflections can help guide our conversation and support your ongoing growth.
  • Set aside some time, perhaps 10-15 minutes just for yourself before engaging in any work or activities. Use this time to check in with your emotions and organize your thoughts.
  • Take a moment to drink some water and have a light snack to nourish your body. If possible, step outside and enjoy a few deep breaths of fresh air. These simple actions can help refresh your mind and body.

Crisis & helplines

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call triple zero (000) right away.

Lifeline

24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services across Australia.

13 11 14

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Suicide CallBack Service

24/7 nationwide service offering free professional phone and online counselling for people affected by suicide.

1300 659 467

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Beyond Blue

Support, advice and action for anxiety, depression and suicide prevention.

1300 22 4636

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1800 Respect

National & Domestic family and sexual violence service

1800 732 732

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Medicare Mental Health

Learn about mental health supports available to you

1800 595 212

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Headspace

National Youth Mental Health

1800 650 890

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Butterfly National Helpline

Eating disorders and body image

1800 334 673

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Blue Knot Foundation

Empowering recovery from complex trauma

1300 657 380

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