Helping Hearts Heal in Geraldton, Western Australia | Counsellor

Helping Hearts Heal

Locality: Geraldton, Western Australia

Phone: +61 447 231 180

Address: 70 Chapman Rd 6530 Geraldton, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.helpingheartsheal.com.au/

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25.01.2022 If you’ve been thinking about attending this free workshop thanks to Ngala don’t forget to register

25.01.2022 This Friday!! Come along for a wine, wander & chat about the services we offer

24.01.2022 Please pm me for more information or to make an appointment I work from Batavia Health 5A Burgess st & still offering sessions online so you can receive support whilst staying in your safe place

23.01.2022 Thank you so much for supporting Helping Hearts Heal in 2020 Working with the bereaved and raising awareness about grief and loss is something I am incredibly passionate about and consider it a privilege to support those grieving. I am so grateful that I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside some amazing professionals - In 3 Minds Psychology Services who I am very excited to say I will be sharing a new premise with as of 1st January 2021. ... The new location is 70 Chapman Road (above Office National) and ensures confidentiality, has plenty of parking and a beautiful training room where I hope to offer more grief and loss workshops and support sessions in 2021. The building can be accessed via Chapman Rd or Snowden St. If you would like to make an appointment or for more information please get in touch. Christie

23.01.2022 Thank you so much Ngala - Parenting Connection WA for having me this morning and to all of those who attended ‘Understanding Children’s Grief’. It truly is a privilege to do this work and share a space with such beautiful souls working their way through the complexities, challenges and sadness that grief presents us

22.01.2022 Understanding children’s grief... A little snap shot of what I will be presenting at the free workshop next Monday. Bookings are essential so please register ASAP if you are interested

20.01.2022 This is beautiful; who can relate? I always feeling better after gardening and getting my hands dirty

19.01.2022 Who can relate? It may be a song, face, story, place or event that may trigger you and the pain may feel as intense as when the loss first occurred. This is quite natural. Grief doesnt go away but it does change over time and these painful moments may lesson as we some how find a way to carry our loss in our heart

19.01.2022 Who can relate to this feeling? Feeing numb in grief is a very natural response. Particularly in the early days as truly taking in the reality of the loss can be incredibly challenging. There is this expectation in society about what grief actually looks like, so being numb may dismissed as coping well or not being affected by the loss. ... If you would like to talk to someone about your loss please get in touch or visit www.helpingheartsheal.com to make an appointment

19.01.2022 A great read of a mothers personal account explaining why our language has changed when discussing suicide. https://www.huffpost.com//dont-say-committed-suicide_n_603

19.01.2022 Thrilled to be working with Ngala PCWA again this year to deliver the following workshop with Kate Foster Your Mind. If you or someone you know have had a baby during the pandemic these workshops & support sessions are for you!

18.01.2022 This year has been filled with so much sadness, loss and destruction. I thought this quote was beautiful & truly believe that where grief exits there has been great love & love is certainly what the word needs right now

18.01.2022 Grief is a natural reaction to loss and extends beyond the loss of life. Covid has brought to the light some of the non death losses including; loss of connection, sense of self, health, freedom and sense that the world is a safe, just & predictable place (just to name a few). As a grief counsellor I have seen first hand the impact Covid has had on the way we have been able to grieve, take part in rituals and alter many experiences and freedoms perhaps previously taken for granted. It reminds us that nothing is permanent nor is it always predictable. It was an absolute honour to spend the morning with some wonderful mums and mums to be who have received maternity care during the pandemic

17.01.2022 Covid has really impacted the way we care, love and grieve. This is beautiful

17.01.2022 Why losing a dog can be harder than losing a relative or friend. https://theconversation.com/why-losing-a-dog-can-be-harder-

15.01.2022 Thinking of those who are unable to be with their fathers today. Whether that be through death, distance or simply because they do not have a relationship with their father. This can be an emotional day on many levels and also difficult for fathers who have lost children, babies, suffered loss through pregnancy or infertility and unable to be a father in the way they once dreamed. Mens grief often goes unrecognised or diminished which means they may not receive the support ...or understanding that is so important following loss. I hope however you are spending your Fathers Day, is doing something that brings you peace, surrounded with those you love

14.01.2022 Check out this free workshop I will be delivering thanks to Ngala - Parenting Connection WA. This is for all parents, caregivers and family members who would like to understand more about children’s grief and how to navigate it whether it be now or in the future.

14.01.2022 Life can be incredibly challenging! Often throwing us curveballs when least expected. We will all experience loss over our lifetime and for the most part we integrate it into our life and rarely even recognise it as a loss or something to grieve but more like something we must get over. Whether it is the loss or change in relationships such as friendships, family breakdowns, divorce or separation or when faced with situations that involve a significant change we can experi...ence a loss of sense of self as our roles in life change. This may be the result of job loss, illness, having to flee family violence or developmental changes where we see our children leave home or start school and we may start to reevaluate who we are as individuals and whats important to us. Id really love to debunk the myth that we have to wait to hit rock bottom before we seek support. Talking to someone who is not a friend or family member can help provide clarity, direction and support to work through lifes challenges. I will continue to offer online sessions which although started as a result of Covid work really well! I think mostly because people can stay in their safe space wherever that may be whilst connecting with me. If thats not for you Im back in my beautiful healing space at Batavia Health so pm to for more information or to make an appointment.

14.01.2022 One of the most difficult things about grief is the silence... on the outside that is. For those grieving it’s nothing short of a scream on the inside. For a safe and confidential space to share and be supported through your grief please get in touch. I am loving and feel extremely blessed to have found the perfect space to work from this year surrounded by amazing professionals.... 70 Chapman rd (upstairs). Please feel free to send me a message or call to discuss further or to make an appointment. Christie

13.01.2022 Say their name day! Love you Emme Feel free to share your precious babies name here! I love these helpful phrases/responses for those who can’t find the words yet really want to offer support!

12.01.2022 Ive read this before and remember thinking what an amazing account of life following loss. I could relate to how crazy it is that we have to go to a grocery store when we are at our lowest point; trying to come to terms with a significant loss or life challenge and no one would know. A beautiful friend just passed this on to me and it comes at such a fitting time as I see so much pain and struggle individuals and families endure and cant help but wonder if we had that sig...n; would it make things easier? Life presents challenges constantly; some big, some small and some that just about break us. If we all could be mindful of what others may be going though. Put our feet in others shoes so to speak or simply avoid making unnecessary judgement and assumptions how much better and kinder this world may be. If youre reading this, I hope youre having a wonderful week. If not please reach out

12.01.2022 So beautiful and very true, the best gift you can give

12.01.2022 Grief if is such a challenging and often isolating experience which can be heightened during the holiday period. If you are struggling with your grief please get in touch. I am now settled into my beautiful new space above Office National - 70 Chapman Rd alongside In 3 Minds Psychology Services and Foster Your Mind.... I am a Counsellor specialising in grief and loss and extremely passionate about raising awareness in this area. My own personal experiences including the loss of my beautiful daughter Emme who was stillborn fuelled my desire to further my education, expand my understanding in the field of grief and loss and create what I felt was a much needed service in our community; grief and bereavement support. For more information visit www.helpingheartsheal.com.au or please get in touch to make an appointment. Christie

10.01.2022 Grief is often associated with death but it is a natural response to losing something or someone we love or had a close connection to. Some examples where we may grieve someone still living include - Relationship breakdowns (parents / friends) - Divorce & separation - Physically present but psychologically gone such as people living with addiction, dementia, brain injuries, mental illness ... - Health issues impacting of way of living - Incarceration - Job loss - social and emotional network Just some examples where grief exists without death and come with the added complexity of being unrecognised or accepted by society as grief. Understanding and acknowledging your grief not only allows the grieving process to begin but it can provide relief by way of explanation to the intense and mixed emotions you may be experiencing. For more information, or to make an appointment for support through grief please visit www.helpingheartsheal.com.au

09.01.2022 I love this. Such a simple change to our questioning to recognise the difficult nature and rocky road that is grief

07.01.2022 Just a reminder to be gentle with yourself. Dont question those good days, its ok to embrace them

06.01.2022 Who finds comfort from talking to or feeling their loved ones presence? Grief is highly individual and very different for everyone. Whatever your view may be, I think its beautiful that love will always live on whatever form that takes for you. Have a beautiful Sunday

06.01.2022 Supporting people though grief. Please feel free to share your experiences with grief. What has helped you, how did people best support you through your grief

05.01.2022 I really do consider it a privilege to support, hold space and understanding for those working their way through life after loss. Grief has no time line, no order and certainly no script. Acknowledging this and being prepared to sit with and really listen without judgement is the best gift you can give to someone who is grieving. Thank you for checking in, remembering anniversaries and never giving up on those grieving, even if they look ok on the outside and time seems to have healed

02.01.2022 I spoke about this earlier in the week. Always remember you dont need to be perfect, just be present

02.01.2022 Please come along to our open night to view our new premises and find out more information about the services we offer!

02.01.2022 If you have been thinking about this workshop there is one place available so get in touch ASAP

02.01.2022 Music and grief Music can be a great coping strategy and help with healing through grief. I often talk to people about creating playlists which can have a couple of purposes. ... Creating a list that reminds you of your loved one as a way to connect and continue bonds or playlists for music to help you relax when you may be feeling anxious and / or overwhelmed with your grief. We have an emotional reaction when we listen to music we love as it actually affects our brain and releases feel good transmitters into our body - dopamine (chemical responsible for making us feel good). So it chemically alters our body and makes us feel great

01.01.2022 Don’t forget to register for this free workshop next Monday