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Empowered Holistic Counselling & Wellness

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Empowered Holistic Counselling & Wellness

TAKING A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO YOUR MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING. Owner, Sam Murray, is a qualified Holistic Counsellor and Meditation Teacher.

We understand that life can be challenging, and sometimes you need support to navigate difficult times. At Empowered Holistic Counselling & Wellness, we provide a safe and confidential space where you can explore your feelings and thoughts, without judgment, and work towards positive change. We offer support through personalised holistic counselling sessions available in person, online, and through walk and talk therapy. She uses her down to earth nature to provide a safe and calm space to build strong and trustworthy relationships with her clients and support them throughout their healing journey. Additionally to counselling, Sam is working hard on building a community. That why we also hold weekly meditation & yoga classes, monthly workshops and corporate wellness events. You can find a range of self care products including our own line of natural skin and body range, Empowered Skincare. At Empowered, you'll experience a sincere and welcoming atmosphere as we adopt a holistic approach to your health. Our focus is on providing support and education to empower you in cultivating a healthy and happy mind, body, and soul. Conveniently located in Appin within the Wollondilly Shire, we proudly serve the wider Macarthur area, Northern Wollongong, and offer online services Australia wide.

03/01/2026

If you know me, you know I’m a summer girl ☀️

So the grey days and slower pace lately felt… disappointing at first. But they gave me something I didn’t realise I needed.

The last couple of weeks have been quietly healing with walks, books without a clock, a slow coffee, catching up on shows and a LOT of naps.

In that space, I reflected on 2025.
It asked a lot.
It stretched me.
It taught me the value of rest, boundaries, and listening to my energy.

As I step into this new year, I’m stepping into a lot of new too.

Rather than setting big yearly goals, I’ve asked myself:
How am I going to show up for myself and my health this year?

For me, that looks like supporting my nervous system through a big transition
and trusting that when opportunities arise, it’s okay to take them —
scared, excited, or unsure.

If you’re looking for ways to support yourself this January, new offerings like our Vision Board workshop and Meditation Memberships and Classes are now available on the website 🌿

empoweredholisticcounselling.com.au

26/12/2025

✨Vision Board & Goal Setting Workshop✨

If you’re in that in between space right now: Not sure what day it is, full, tired, reflective, and quietly thinking “I want next year to feel different”, this is for you.

Join me for a Vision Board & Goal Setting Workshop where we’ll slow down, get clear on what you actually want, and bring it to life in a fun, creative, hands on way.

This isn’t about pressure or perfection. It’s about intention, clarity, and creating a visual reminder that supports you and keeps you connected to your goals as the year unfolds.

✨ clarity • creativity • connection✨

🗓 Saturday 17th January
⏰ 9:30am – 12pm
📍 Appin
💰 💰 $65 – all materials + light refreshments included
🫶 14 years +

Spaces are limited to keep it personal and relaxed.

If 2026 is calling for more intention, less rushing, and a vision you can actually stick to, this is your sign ✨

https://empoweredholisticcounselling.com.au/make-a-booking/ola/services/vision-board-goal-setting-workshop-2026

19/12/2025

✨ Signing Off ✨

Today marks my final day seeing counselling & coaching clients, as I transition into a new chapter.

Walking alongside so many of you through anxiety, burnout, grief, growth, depression, breakthroughs, and “I don’t know what I need but I know I’m tired” moments has been one of the greatest honours of my life.

This isn’t a goodbye to the values that sit at the core of what I do. It’s simply a closing of one chapter to make space for what’s next.

To every client who sat across from me, walked beside me, cried, laughed, resisted, softened, learned, and grew - thank you. You’ve shaped me just as much as I hope I’ve supported you.

I’m taking a pause over Christmas and will continue to share what’s coming up as we collectively move from this year into the next.

Sam xx

17/12/2025

Last night our meditation crew got together for a little end of year celebration and my heart is full 🥹

I absolutely love the community that’s grown over 2025. Many of the people in this room have shown up up to twice a week for an entire year — what a commitment to themselves, their wellbeing and this space 🤍

We missed a few faces, but the ones who were there brought all the laughs, connection and good vibes. Amazing food, beautiful company and some very spontaneous trivia at Appin Hotel made it the perfect way to wrap up the year.

I can’t wait to see you all back on Monday 19th Jan when our new timetable begins.

15/12/2025

✨ Meditation Update for 2026 ✨

I’m so excited to share what’s unfolding for our meditation community in the new year 💛

From January 2026, we’ll be offering two different meditation experiences each week, while keeping the calm, grounded, welcoming space you know and love.

🕖 New Timetable

Mondays at 7pm with the beautiful Lana Devjak
Wednesdays at 7pm with me, Sam

Each class will have its own theme, offering variety, depth, and support for your practice.

✨ Welcome, Lana

You may already know Lana from our Sound Healings or Open Day — she brings such a calming presence, gentle humour, and grounded energy. I couldn’t imagine a better person to step into our Monday evenings.

✨ What’s staying the same

Our classes are still designed for the everyday person using grounding techniques, breath awareness, and guided visualisation. We’ll continue to finish each class with a herbal tea and time to connect.

✨ Coming soon…

There will be updated pricing and new membership options launching for 2026. More details will be shared very soon.

Thank you for being part of this beautiful community, I can’t wait to begin this next chapter with you ✨

Sam

10/12/2025

✨Thank You✨

Another year of meditation done.

Another year of watching incredible people show up for themselves.

Another year of witnessing just how deeply meditation, connection, and community can shift someone’s wellbeing.

Yes, we meditate. But we also laugh, we debrief, we reflect, we sit in silence, we snack and we show up exactly as we are. These classes have grown into something so much more than a typical meditation class. They’ve become a space for grounding, healing, honesty, and genuine human connection. And that’s what makes them special.

I’ve seen people walk in feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or exhausted… and walk out lighter, clearer, steadier. That impact is why I love this work so much.

We’ll be back mid to late January with an updated class structure designed to support your wellbeing in a sustainable, nourishing way throughout 2026. More details on the timetable and options are coming very soon.

✨ Want to stay in the loop?
Subscribe to get first access to updates and our 2026 timetable.

And even though classes have wrapped for the year, the fun isn’t over, next week we’re celebrating with our own Christmas Party Dinner, and I cannot wait to see you there! 😉

Thank you for another beautiful year of meditation, growth, and community.

Here’s to even more in 2026. 💛

08/12/2025

✨GIFT VOUCHERS ✨

This Christmas, gift someone you love the chance to slow down, recharge, and reconnect.

Our gift vouchers can be used for meditation classes, workshops, and online programs designed to support the mind, body, and soul.

Simply purchase, download, and print — stress free Christmas shopping from home, that supports small local business.

Valid for the full 2026 year.

Shop here: https://empoweredholisticcounselling.com.au/shop/ols/categories/gift-vouchers

06/12/2025

✨Last Meditations of the Year✨

As we wrap up 2025, it’s the perfect time to pause, breathe, and try something new before the year closes.
This week marks our final meditation classes before things shift and evolve in 2026 ✨

Join me for our last sessions of the year:
🧘‍♀️ Monday Guided Meditation — 8:15PM
🧘🏻‍♂️ Wednesday Guided Meditation — 7PM
🐱 Thursday Meditation with Kittens Charity Event — 7PM

If you’ve been wanting to experience a class before we reshape our offerings in the new year, now’s the moment. Or perhaps share this with a friend who could do with a mid-week reset.

Reserve your spot via the website.
https://empoweredholisticcounselling.com.au/classes-%26-workshops

Shop 5/76 Appin Rd, Appin
Empowered Holistic Counselling & Wellness

Can’t wait to share these final sessions with you xx

30/11/2025

🐾 Meditation With Kittens🐾

This December, we’re coming together for a truly special feel good event: a meditation evening surrounded by rescue kittens, lovingly cared for by the incredible team at AnimAid .

You’ll enjoy a meditation designed to regulate your nervous system and bring a little softness back into your week — all while directly supporting AnimAID’s mission to care for and rehome kittens who desperately need love and safety.

Every ticket sold helps raise funds for vet care, food, supplies, and the ongoing work involved in finding each kitten a safe, loving forever home.

Come for the calm, stay for the cuddles, and leave with a softer heart.

Meditate. Connect. Give back.

Spots are extremely limited.
Tickets: $49
Thursday 11th Dec | 7pm–8pm
Shop 5/76 Appin Rd, Appin NSW

https://empoweredholisticcounselling.com.au/make-a-booking/ola/services/meditation-with-kittens

28/11/2025

✨ An Important & Heartfelt Update ✨

Over the past five years, Empowered Holistic Counselling & Wellness has been one of the most meaningful chapters of my life. I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside so many of you on your wellbeing journeys sharing laughter, tears, and those quiet moments where real transformation happens.

After much reflection, I want to share that I’ll be closing my holistic counselling service on December 20th, 2025, as I step into a new full time role in 2026 that aligns with my long term goals and feels like the right step for me both personally and professionally.

This decision hasn’t been easy. Leaving the daily connection with my amazing clients is deeply bittersweet. I am so grateful to every one of you who trusted me with your stories and allowed me to be part of your journey.

But this isn’t the end of Empowered. In 2026, I’ll continue to nurture the parts of the business that bring lightness, connection, and community:

✨ Meditation – Meditation will return with an updated schedule and pricing structure, keeping our 2 classes a week sustainable for the future.

✨ Workshops, Programs & The Social Circle – Offerings will be pared back, but I hope to continue running workshops, online programs, and community events. Digital workbooks and my Empowered Skincare range will remain available online.

Stay up to date with what's on here: https://empoweredholisticcounselling.com.au/classes-%26-workshops

Thank you for being part of this journey.

For showing up, for being brave, and for letting me walk alongside you. This community means more to me than words can express, and I hope you’ll continue with me into this next chapter. Things may look a little different, but the intention remains the same.

With love and gratitude,
Sam x

27/11/2025

✨ Be Lighter: Final Wellness Workshop of 2025✨

Feeling the weight of 2025? You’re not alone. The end of the year can leave us tired, overwhelmed, and carrying more than we should. And yet, there’s a quiet part of us that’s ready to let go, reset, and step into something lighter.

Join me for Be Lighter, a gentle closing ceremony for your year.

Together we’ll:
🌿 Release what’s been heavy
🌿 Reflect on lessons learned
🌿 Move, breathe, and shake off stagnant energy
🌿 Step into the new year with clarity, calm, and renewed energy

We’ll finish with a heartwarming gratitude circle over tea — a small ritual to remind us of connection, community, and lightness.

Leave feeling lighter, calmer, and ready to step into 2026 with ease.

📅 Sunday 30th November | 3pm | 90 minutes | $49
📍 Empowered Holistic Counselling & Wellness, Appin

Join: https://empoweredholisticcounselling.com.au/make-a-booking/ola/services/be-lighter-let-go-begin-anew

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5/76 Appin Road
Appin, NSW
2560

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 8pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 2pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm

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