Education is one of Julie’s passions and she loves the process of learning, both personally, and in the role of educator, where she tries to make learning interesting and exciting!  Julie has had a private counselling practice for the past twelve years, where she works with many clients who have experienced trauma.  She has also…

Olivia is a highly experienced child and adolescent counsellor with over 25 years of experience working with young people. Having worked in both the education sector and private practice, Olivia has gained invaluable insights into the unique challenges faced by young people. Her diverse experience has allowed her to develop a profound understanding of the…

I live and work on Kaurna land near Pityarilla. I am an emerging literary fiction writer, a published poet, an accredited Mindfulness Meditation Teacher with UK based Breathworks, and a Relationship & Trauma Therapist. I am intrigued by embodiment, attachment and love in relationships.

Brian Gabriels has a broad range of experiences within the human services sector in innovation, planning, leadership, and management, with a strong focus on the delivery of counselling education.   For over fifteen years in academia, he has built a reputation as a successful lecturer and clinical supervisor. He has been instrumental in the development…

Theresa has extensive therapeutic experience in working with trauma, both counselling and Pastoral Care in areas of mental health, domestic violence, sexual assault, disabilities, aged care and palliative care. She has a deep lived experience of Spirituality having spent 35 years in  a semi contemplative religious order as a nun. She has extensive cross cultural…

Michael Bräutigam studied psychology in Germany (University of Trier) and theology in Scotland (University of Edinburgh). He currently teaches both disciplines at Melbourne School of Theology (MST)/Eastern College Australia. Michael established the Centre for Theology and Psychology at MST/Eastern College, currently serving as its Director (https://ctp.mst.edu.au). He is an ordained minister with the Free Church…

Stephen is Dean of the School of Social Science and Business at CHC. He is also currently a program developer for 2nd Chance Program (Social Enterprise providing employment pathways for post-release prisoners). Stephen is a Clinical Member of CCAA with over 20 years’ experience in counselling.

Katherine is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and a Member of the Australian College of Social Workers, and the Christian Counsellors Association of Australia. She works in the area of mental health as a therapist, lecturer, author and researcher. Katherine is passionate about supporting young people with mental health challenges to live their best…

Monica is an accredited Christian sexologist working in private practice in North Sydney. She holds a Masters of Sexual and Reproductive Health (Psychosexual Therapy) through the University of Sydney (MScMed(SRH) and has qualifications in both science communication (GDipScCommun) and science research PhB(Sc)(Hons) equipping her with the skills to translate the latest evidence-based information into practical…