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About Empowered Mind and Body
and me.

Empowered Mind and Body is a Counselling and Psychotherapy practise, which also provides mental health education and upskilling to schools, workplaces and the general public. 

Jess creates a safe and supportive environment for every client. One of care, hope, compassion, respect and empowerment.

Who Do I Work With?

About

Jess

A maze is a journey of discover and fun. It can also be a trail or wrong turns and dead ends. At times, life itself can feel a lot like a maze, filled with doubts and uncertainty. During these times you can feel lost and alone, with no idea where, or who, to turn to. Our minds and bodies become overwhelmed, knotted and tangled in worry. Although the path ahead may seem dark,

know that you are not alone. Support is available as you find your feet

and make your way through the maze and into the sunshine.

As  a child and young adult I lived with mental health struggles in silence, and it had a very big impact on my personal and professional life. Once I was able to acknowledge this, I became open to receiving help. While making my way through the maze that was my mind, I made the decision to change my life direction and follow a path that was more aligned with who I am and what I care about most. Taking advantage of my love of studying and professional development, I knew my experiences and learned skills could be used to help others experiencing similar struggles.

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I love supporting people, and helping each person discover the many strengths they already possess, and teach them a few new tools, so they can live a happier, healthier and fulfilling life! To do this I use a holistic and client-centered approach to help identify and harness each client's strengths, and develop a range of strategies to build confidence, resilience, assertiveness and growth. Evidence-based therapeutic tools are used to help clients overcome challenges in their lives, and thrive into the future.

Which Modalities Are Used?

A holistic and client-centered approach is used to help identify and harness each client’s strengths, and develop a range of strategies to build confidence, resilience, assertiveness and growth. Evidence-based tools are used to help clients overcome dysfunction, distress, low self-esteem and inner turmoil.

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Therapeutic techniques used include:

  • Person-Centred Therapy

  • Interpersonal Therapy

  • Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) (otherwise known as 'Tapping')

  • Dialectical-Behavioural Therapy

  • Solution-Focused Therapy

  • Play Therapy

  • Movement-Based Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Sand Tray Therapy

  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy

  • Art Therapy

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I work with a range of clients who’ve experienced trauma in childhood or as an adult, as well as domestic violence. I also work with client's who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), depression, anxiety, mood disorders or self-esteem issues.

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Jess works with people who experience, or have been diagnosed with, the following:​

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Domestic Violence

  • Mood disorders

  • Low self-esteem

  • Feeling alone or unsupported

  • Feeling trapped in an unhealthy relationship

  • Behavioural issues

  • Personality disorders, including Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

  • Parenting issues

  • Difficulty forming friendships & maintaining friendships

  • Relationship Problems, Marital Problems, Couple therapy

  • Childhood trauma, abuse and neglect

  • Depression and anxiety

  • General dissatisfaction with life

  • Feeling that life is out of control

  • Not feeling seen or heard by others in your life

  • Loneliness  and isolation

Counselling Options

  • Short-term and long-term therapy options available.

  • Appointments available in:

    • ​Jamisontown/Penrith;

    • ​Warrimoo (located in the Lower Blue Mountains).

  • Video-link/zoom sessions are also available to anyone in Australia.

​All NDIS participants welcome!

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How Can I Book a Counselling Session and Get Some Help?

For more information, or to book an appointment:

Contact Jess on 0493 613 883 or empoweredmindbody@gmail.com

Or

Make a Booking Online 

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