I’m glad you’re here.
This is a calm, confidential space for women who are carrying a lot, often quietly. You don’t need to know exactly what you need yet. You don’t need the right words. You don’t need to be ready to decide anything.
Just a willingness to begin.
Some experiences don’t just hurt — they can shake your sense of safety, identity, and trust.
You might be here because:
something you trusted caused harm
the ground shifted suddenly, and you’re still trying to regain footing
you’re functioning on the outside but unravelling inside
exhaustion, grief, or disorientation have taken hold
you’re tired of holding it together alone
Here, there is room to slow down and understand what you experienced — without pressure, fixing, or performance.
Together, we work toward steadiness, clarity, and a renewed sense of strength — at a pace that respects what you’ve been through.
You might be:
mentally and emotionally depleted, with little left to give
struggling to concentrate, sleep, or make clear decisions
carrying shock, grief, or loss of trust that hasn’t settled
unsure whether to stay, leave, rebuild, or simply breathe again
questioning yourself after something that didn’t make sense
Betrayal — especially when it comes from a person, workplace, institution, or faith community you trusted — doesn’t just affect emotions.
It disrupts safety, confidence, meaning, and day-to-day functioning.
Here, you don’t need to prove what happened.
You don’t need to justify why it affected you.
Counselling can help you move out of survival mode and toward clearer thinking, stronger boundaries, and a greater sense of agency — without rushing or minimising what you’ve lived through.
Qualified Counsellor | Trauma-Informed | Online
I support women navigating the aftermath of betrayal, harm, and prolonged emotional strain — using a calm, respectful, and evidence-based approach.
Alongside private counselling, I also provide training, resources, and consultation to aftercare teams supporting survivors of exploitation.
My work is grounded in:
trauma-informed counselling
narrative and strengths-based therapy
nervous system regulation and emotional stabilisation
practical tools that support everyday functioning and decision-making
You won’t be rushed.
You won’t be told what to do.
You don’t need to have everything figured out.
We work collaboratively, at your pace, with care and clarity.
Counselling Pathways for Betrayal & Harm
While every story is unique, many women arrive after harm that falls into one of the following experiences. Each pathway is supported with care, structure, and respect for your pace.
Pathway 1
This is a specialised counselling pathway for women navigating betrayal within systems, organisations, or faith communities.
For women who have experienced harm, betrayal, or disillusionment following broken trust or the misuse of power:
workplaces or professional settings
churches, ministries, or faith communities
schools, organisations, or high-control environments
leadership structures where power was misused or protection failed
situations where spiritual language or scripture was used to control, justify harm, silence concerns, or override personal boundaries
Often this kind of betrayal leads to:
shock and disbelief
loss of meaning or identity
deep mistrust of authority or systems
emotional collapse after long-term over-functioning or pressure to comply
disconnection, isolation, or loss of belonging after separation from a former community
grief that others may not fully understand
Support may include:
stabilising after shock or sudden rupture
making sense of what happened without minimising or blaming
processing grief, anger, and moral injury
rebuilding trust in yourself and your judgment after gaslighting or silencing
recognising survival patterns such as people-pleasing or over-responsibility, and reframing them into healthier beliefs and responses that support safety and self-respect
clarifying boundaries and next steps, without pressure
You don’t have to explain why this affected you so deeply. What happened mattered — and it makes sense that it disrupted you.
Pathway 2
This is a specialised counselling pathway for women navigating betrayal or harm within close relationships.
For women who have experienced harm, betrayal, or coercive dynamics within close relationships, including:
intimate partnerships or marriages
relationships where trust was broken
family relationships that involved manipulation, control, or emotional harm
emotionally abusive or controlling relationships
relationships involving gaslighting, coercion, or repeated boundary violations
situations where consent, safety, or emotional security were compromised over time
Often this kind of betrayal leads to:
shock, disbelief, or a sense of unreality
loss of trust in yourself, your judgment, or your instincts
confusion about what was real, what was promised, or what changed
grief for the relationship, the future you imagined, or the version of yourself you were
emotional exhaustion after prolonged vigilance, caretaking, or self-doubt
shame or isolation, especially when the harm was hidden or minimised by others
Support may include:
stabilising after discovery, rupture, or relational shock
making sense of what happened without minimising, blaming, or rushing forgiveness
processing grief, anger, betrayal, and relational trauma safely
rebuilding trust in yourself and your perceptions
clarifying boundaries, decisions, and next steps at your own pace
strengthening emotional safety and self-agency moving forward
You don’t have to justify why this affected you so deeply. What happened mattered — and it makes sense that it disrupted your sense of safety and trust.
Pathway 3
This is a specialised counselling pathway for women navigating the impact of sexual harm, coercion, or boundary violations.
For women who have experienced:
sexual abuse in childhood or adulthood
coercion or pressure where consent was compromised
unwanted sexual experiences within relationships
exploitation or boundary violations
experiences that felt confusing, shame-filled, or difficult to name
Often this can lead to:
shame or self-blame
disconnection from your body
anxiety or panic responses
difficulty trusting others
emotional numbness or overwhelm
confusion about what “counts” as abuse
Support may include:
stabilising the nervous system before processing
working gently and at your pace
reducing shame and self-blame
rebuilding body awareness and consent confidence
strengthening boundaries and agency
restoring a sense of safety in yourself
You will never be pressured to share details before you are ready.
Pathway 4
Many women arrive here feeling burnt out — but burnout is often the result, not the cause.
Prolonged harm, betrayal, or misalignment can quietly erode internal resources over time, showing up as:
chronic exhaustion
emotional numbness or overload
difficulty thinking clearly
loss of confidence or motivation
Our work focuses on restoring nervous system stability, sustainable rhythms, and steadiness — rather than pushing you to cope harder or perform through depletion.
Sessions are:
online and confidential
calm, structured, and responsive to your capacity
focused on both emotional support and practical outcomes
You are not expected to:
relive everything at once
appear healed, positive, or “together”
commit to a set number of sessions
You remain in control of what we talk about, when, and how deeply.
Many clients begin with a small block of sessions to stabilise, build skills, and review progress together — always collaboratively, always with choice.
A Gentle Way to Begin
A structured, introductory session for women who are unsure where to start.
This session is designed to:
understand what’s been weighing on you
provide gentle stabilisation and support
clarify whether ongoing counselling feels like the right next step
There is no pressure to continue.
We focus on what feels most helpful right now.
Qualified. Experienced. Registered.
BA (Psychology)
Postgraduate Certificate (Human Services)
Diploma of Counselling
Diploma of Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy
Registered Counsellor — Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
I commit to ongoing supervision, training, and ethical practice.
My work is:
trauma-informed
neurodivergent-affirming
grounded in safety, consent, and collaboration
Support for women navigating betrayal, burnout, and emotional exhaustion
These open-access resources are offered as a place to begin — whether you’re considering counselling or simply looking for understanding and steady guidance.
Each resource is written through a trauma-informed lens and designed to support reflection, clarity, and nervous-system regulation.
You’re welcome to explore at your own pace. There’s no sign-up required.
You don’t need to be ready.
You don’t need to be certain.
Just willing to begin.
If you’re unsure what kind of support fits your situation — or whether counselling is right for you — you’re warmly welcome to reach out.
Thank you for your interest. I hope this helps bring clarity to your questions.
I support women navigating the impact of betrayal, harm, and prolonged emotional strain. This includes experiences within relationships, workplaces, organisations, churches, schools, or other systems where trust was given and later broken.
Many women I work with feel shaken, disoriented, exhausted, or unsure of themselves after these experiences. Counselling focuses on helping you regain steadiness, clarity, and a sense of agency — at your pace.
You don’t need to label or prove your experience in order to seek support. If something disrupted your sense of safety, trust, or wellbeing, that is enough.
Counselling is not about deciding whether something was “bad enough.” It’s about understanding how it affected you and what you need now.
No. Counselling is collaborative and client-led. My role is to support you to make sense of what you’ve experienced, clarify what matters to you, and strengthen your capacity to make decisions — not to tell you what choices to make.
You remain in control of the pace and direction of the work.
That’s completely okay. You are never required to share more than feels safe or helpful.
Early sessions often focus on stabilisation, understanding what’s weighing on you, and building a sense of safety and clarity before going deeper — if and when you choose to.
Appointments are reserved especially for you.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide at least 48 hours’ notice for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours or missed appointments are not eligible for refund.
If something urgent or unavoidable arises, please contact us as soon as possible at admin@yourstoryint.com.
There’s no set number. Some women begin with a small block of sessions to stabilise and gain clarity, while others choose ongoing support. We regularly review progress together, and you’re free to pause or stop at any time.
All sessions are currently offered online, allowing flexible access across Australia.
You are not alone.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsafe right now, immediate support is available.
In an immediate emergency (danger to life or safety):
📞 Call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
24/7 crisis support in Australia:
Lifeline (crisis support & suicide prevention): 13 11 14 — phone or online support.
Suicide Call Back Service (free counselling): 1300 659 467 — phone, online or video support.
Beyond Blue (support for depression, anxiety & mental wellbeing): 1300 224 636 — phone and online counselling.
Kids Helpline (ages 5–25): 1800 55 1800 — confidential counselling.
13YARN (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis support): 13 92 76 — support.
These services can provide immediate emotional support, safety planning, and connection to further help — no referral required.