Wonky Lines Counselling

08/12/2025

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07/12/2025

Wonky Lines Counselling 2025. The Year That Tried Me… and Still Didn’t Win.

Far out 2025, a year that stretched me, cracked me open, grew me, pushed me, and somehow still handed me moments of magic I never saw coming.

This year was not always soft. It was not always kind. But it did remind me who I am, where I come from, and why I keep showing up even when life throws lemons the size of colonisation itself.

So here is what 2025 looked like through my very tired, very proud eyes:

Wonky Lines Counselling grew in ways that honestly shocked me. New workshops, new partnerships, new training programs…

I created so many resources. Booklets, trauma tools, narrative worksheets, ESL stories, Canva templates, you name it.
If it exists, I probably made it at one in the morning 😂

I wrote keynote speeches that made people cry, laugh, and rethink their own stories. Stepping into TED style speaking was huge for me and scary, but I did it anyway. Because comfort does not grow anyone. And I have stopped chasing comfort.

I held my cultural boundaries tight. Some days that meant saying no. Some days it meant standing on my own. Protecting my spirit as an Aboriginal Narrative Therapist will always come first.

I created from my heart and my ancestors. Clay workshops, identity art, stories, crafts, healing activities… all the beautiful, wonky, soulful things that remind people who they are.

And I kept building my little profit for purpose business on Kaurna Country. Slowly. Steadily. With heart. And with a whole lot of … that’s a future Tamara problem 😂

To everyone who supported me, trusted me, laughed with me, cried with me, or helped me carry the load, thank you. You kept me going more than you realise.

Here is to 2026. Bigger boundaries, bigger blessings, stronger storytelling, and even more growth through the discomfort. And maybe… just maybe… a little rest or a holiday! 🤞🏽

Big Mob Love! 🖤💛❤️

Ps I would tag everyone who I am thankful for but the list bigger than this post. You all know who you are xx 🤗

Yours in healing for another 12 months to come ❤️

Tamara 🥰

07/12/2025

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06/12/2025

I received the most beautiful collaborative creative reflection from a group of students I’ve been working with this trimester. A piece created together by the students and their incredible teaching staff. They explored learning, unlearning, and seeing the world through new lenses.

Even though I wasn’t physically in the room, their love, gratitude, and expression came through so strongly. The photos of their 3D version of their learning journey absolutely moved me. It’s a powerful reminder of what happens when humans feel safe enough to bring their whole selves into the learning space.

One of the greatest joys of my work is being able to connect with people from all across Australia through meaningful partnerships with training organisations who value learning about cultural safety, storytelling, and perspective-shifting practices. When we understand perspectives, truly understand them, we begin to change the way stories are held, and the way people see themselves within those stories.

I’m grateful for every opportunity to walk alongside students and educators who are committed to this kind of growth. And I’m excited for what’s ahead, deeper collaboration next year and hopefully a trip to Melbourne next year! 🤞🏽

Strong partnerships create strong stories. And strong stories create healing. ❤️‍🩹

06/12/2025

Ayyyyy look out! We are finalists 🥰 thank-you for all of the love and support! Up against other deadly mob but win or lose it’s such a blessing to be recognised and be in the finalists 🖤💛❤️

05/12/2025

Today my heart is full. ❤️
I had the honour of MC’ing the graduation for Nunkuwarrin Yunti students completing their Cert IV Stolen Generations and AOD courses. We celebrated strength, courage, and the power of education to transform not just lives, but our communities.

Watching each graduate walk across that stage reminded me of the deep history, the stories carried, and the resilience that continues to grow in our people. Every certificate represents far more than study, it represents healing, leadership, and the continuation of intergenerational change for a better future.

Thank you to every person who showed up with love, pride, and support today. Your presence made the room feel like family. 🤍

And thank you to Nunkuwarrin Yunti for the opportunity to MC it was a privilege to stand alongside such strong spirits.

Days like this remind us of the power of strong partnerships, cultural connection, and walking forward.

Congratulations to all our deadly graduates! Your journey is just beginning, and we’re all cheering you on. 🌿🎓🖤💛❤️🖤🤍💙💚

02/12/2025

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27/11/2025

Are there any yarns you would like me to have in particular? Here’s some ideas to get us started. What identity really is. Externalising problems in simple words. Rewriting stories you didn’t choose. Sparkling moments explained fast. Lateral violence vs lateral love. How discomfort grows people. Tiny grounding tools for big feelings. Why culture strengthens healing. How labels shape identity. Healing intergenerational stories. What burnout really looks like. The “strong one” exhaustion. How perspective changes everything. Identity as a living story. Quick clay/creative healing tips. When your nervous system shuts down. How to take your power back with language. Belonging as medicine. Stopping the cycle of shame. Why you don’t need permission to grow.

20/11/2025

17/11/2025

Wonky Lines Counselling has been nominated and is now a semi finalist for the Konica Minolta Australia Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Community Achievement Award! I cannot even believe it! 🥰