Heron Alternative Therapies

Heron Alternative Therapies Here at Heron Alternative Therapies the aim is to work with you. Focussing on you leading the direction of the session to achieve the outcomes you desire.

Combining lived experience, Accredited mental health & holistic counselling practitioner, led by you in managing your mental health & well being offering Reiki, Holistic counselling, Meditation sessions & card readings
Certified, insured & member of IICT Understanding and having lived experiences in a carers role for depression, anxiety and BPD. I currently work for headspace National as a family and Friends Reference Group Member. Mental Health is important in all aspects of your life. Learning your strengths to utilise them in the best possible way. Qualified in
Holistic counselling cert 1 (2016)
Reiki Master in two disciplines (2017)
Meditation (2018)

Currently studying Diploma of Mental Health, Diploma of Holistic counselling, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy and Existential Therapy, Psychotherapy & Counselling


Using a narrative therapy style approach to empower you. My services include reiki, holistic counselling, chakra balancing, intuitive healing, card readings, meditation classes and guidance and basic dream analysis. Message or call to discuss your needs. Or make an appointment and let's begin empowering you.οΏ½οΏ½

01/01/2026

πŸ’­πŸ€”Random musings from me and I'm curious if anyone else feels similar? πŸ’­πŸ€”

The calendar has ticked over to begin a new year, however I have never felt like the new year begins on Jan 1st

🌘I find myself more aligned with the moon and when it is the first new moon of the year - that feels more relevant to me.
This occurs generally in the middle of Jan (this year on the 19th) 🌘

How do others feel? πŸ€·πŸΌβ€β™€οΈ
Is it 1st Jan for you or another time

Would love to hear some collective thoughts

I'm a homebody when it comes to New Year's eve. Let's have some fun What are your 3 ?? Mine I need chocolate Sarcasm - w...
31/12/2025

I'm a homebody when it comes to New Year's eve.

Let's have some fun
What are your 3 ??

Mine
I need chocolate
Sarcasm - what's that as an ingredient?
Humour/fun - well that could be chocolate, icecream or gin πŸ€·πŸΌβ€β™€οΈπŸ€£

πŸ’œπŸ’œ Reveal Time πŸ’œπŸ’œ A: TRUTHThroat ChakraYou have called this card into your awareness today as a reminder that the divine...
30/12/2025

πŸ’œπŸ’œ Reveal Time πŸ’œπŸ’œ

A: TRUTH

Throat Chakra

You have called this card into your awareness today as a reminder that the divine truth of the universe is pulsing through you at all times. There is truth in each moment, however the challenge is to unravel this truth and understand what it means to you.

Everyone has their own perception of the truth, their own personal understanding, and it is not always going to be the same as yours.

You are being encouraged to connect and become aware of your truth in a particular situation. It is time to trust and believe in yourself and connect, follow and express the truth that resonates deeply in your heart. You are constantly being guided to listen to the truth of your soul and now it is time to truly believe and action this truth. You could be feeling confused due to taking on someone else's point of view or their personal truth regarding a situation. Now you are being encouraged to reassess their view and find the truth that resonates for you. As the saying goes, 'the truth will set you free! Once you share your truth you will definitely feel a lot lighter and more at peace. You may be holding back the truth from someone to avoid hurting their feelings. It is now time to open up and be honest with yourself and this person and find a way to share your truth in a calm and loving way. It is very important that you share from your heart and honour how you feel so you are not swayed by how the other person receives your truth or how they react. Know that you are being supported at this time as you shine more truth into your life.

Affirmation:

I live and listen to my truth in each moment.

B: INNER STRENGTH

Solar Plexus Chakra

You have pulled this card as a reminder that it is time to call on your inner strength. You have the ability to deal with anything in your life. We are all a part of the universe, which has magnificent power and energy available to us at all times. You are being invited to connect to, acknowledge and call upon the incredible strength that lies within you. Life may be challenging for you at present and you are reminded that you have the tools and the ability to conquer anything that comes your way. Whether it is an emotional, physical, mental or spiritual challenge, know you have the strength to move through it and come out the other end empowered. It's time to trust that you are strong enough and courageous enough to move through this difficult time and learn some powerful life lessons. The universe is always giving you opportunities to build inner strength. It is up to you to take on the challenge and rise from the ashes. You may be required to look at your situation from a different point of view or even be willing to let go of some old belief systems that are weakening your inner strength. Whatever it is you are being guided to do, make sure to listen and put it into action. You have the courage of a lion and it is time to roar and embrace this part of you in its totality.

Affirmation:

I have the strength to face all of life's challenges with grace

C: CREATIVITY

Sacral Chakra

You have called upon this energy today because this is a powerful and important time of creativity in your life. You are forever connected to the life force of the cosmos. The universe is pure creative energy and is here for you at this time. When we can embrace this creative power and channel it into our lives, amazing things happen and the manifestation of our dreams becomes a reality. Have you been feeling a little flat of late with no energy to create what you love? Are you feeling like you are lacking the joy the universe has to offer? Now is the time for you to allow creative energy to light your fire. If you have been pondering over whether to start a creative project such as writing, dancing, learning to play a musical instrument or taking that painting class, now is the perfect time to invite this creative flow into your existence. A bounty of creative energy is at your fingertips. What do you love to create? What makes your heart sing? What have you dreamed of always doing? Now is the time to dance in the creative flow of your soul and the universe. Whatever your heart is calling you to do, make sure to get those creative juices flowing as it will bring joy and healing to your world.

Affirmation:

The creative energy of the universe flows through every cell of my being

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How did your card resonate with you this time.
Please share in the comments if you are comfortable doing so or send me a DM

Enjoy what is left of your Tuesday evening

It's card day Monday πŸ’œ Yay πŸ’œI thought for the last one this year I would use the chakra reading deck - so we can work to...
29/12/2025

It's card day Monday πŸ’œ Yay πŸ’œ

I thought for the last one this year I would use the chakra reading deck - so we can work towards that and go into the new year a little less over this year πŸ€·πŸΌβ€β™€οΈ it's possible right ?

Which card are you drawn to today A, B or C?
Let me know in the comments
The reveal will be up tomorrow πŸ’œ

Enjoy the rest of your Monday evening - hope you are staying cool

Love, kindness and compassion to you all xx

May today bring you sparks of joy, moments of peace and the love that you need. For those facing Christmas without loved...
24/12/2025

May today bring you sparks of joy, moments of peace and the love that you need.

For those facing Christmas without loved ones this year, I hope you are reminded of the wonderful memories and joy your loved ones brought to you earth side and that they have a seat at your table always πŸ’œ

πŸ’œπŸ’œ Reveal Time πŸ’œπŸ’œA: Solar MinimumRestWork without rest leads to sickness and burnout. If we want continual growth, rest ...
23/12/2025

πŸ’œπŸ’œ Reveal Time πŸ’œπŸ’œ

A: Solar Minimum
Rest

Work without rest leads to sickness and burnout. If we want continual growth, rest is part of the cycle. Pay attention to your sleep patterns. Allow yourself to rejuvenate. Let go.

'I WELCOME REST AND REJUVENATION.'

I used to think everyone knew themselves well enough to know how to rest and truly nourish themselves. I was wrong.

For various reasons, including childhood trauma, some people never learn that it is safe to rest and regroup. Some think that it's better to put all their energy into everyone else and that form of people-pleasing will keep them safe and loved. Some work until they literally drop, exhausted, depleted and maybe they get some rest eventually but then they power up and do the destructive cycle again. Some people can't get enough sleep to renew each morning.

And then we can look at the environmental stressors around us: constant noise, not enough true darkness electric lights everywhere), limited accessibility to good quality unprocessed food, doomscrolling, being tethered to our devices. I am old enough to remember a time when we didn't have a mobile phone so we weren't so accessible. It was easy to go for a break by simply going for a walk around the block. Now, I can leave my phone at home during that same walk, but the social expectation is that I do not. All this pressure adds up.

We may have to consciously build into our lives more downtime. We might have to diarise less things to do just like we do with things we need to do. We might need to build in fun, play and movement - yes, movement like dancing can actually be a form of rest for the mind.

If we want to have 'more' and grow, rest is a key step.

COMPANION STONE OR METAL: BLUE SAPPHIRE

B: Solar Cycle 10
Reformation

Gather your energy to heal and renew. Keep your energy close to yourself within a tight circle. Love yourself enough to heal properly. Be curious about what needs to go from your life and if necessary, let it go.

'I AM OPEN AND RESPONSIVE TO HEALING AND RENEWAL.

In order to engage with power and effectiveness after a sustained force of energy expenditure, it is good to slow down and regroup. I call this 'reformation'. It is the step before rest, because we aren't doing nothing, we are just kind of running ourselves through a checking service. Just like we would annually with a car or an annual health check.

This gives us a chance to identify what needs to be jettisoned away from us, such as things that don't work for us anymore, bad habits, even people who don't have our best interests at heart. It makes us lighter, lessens our burdens and stops negative aspects of our life from sn*******ng.

To do this, we need to be honest and transparent with ourselves yet loving in our approach. We can be kind and effective. When we do this, we reform into a being more powerful and more benevolent with greater compassion and reach

COMPANION STONE OR METAL RED TIGER'S EYE

C: Sulis
Synergy

Bring all your ingenuity to an issue to solve it. It may take a team to complete a task. It may take some time to heal completely don't rush - slow and steady. Seek places where you feel protected and nurtured. Create your own sanctuary.

'I AM HEALTHY AND USE MY INGENUITY.

Sulis is the local goddess of the healing waters of Bath situated in modern Somerset. She was, however, a famous goddess in ancient Roman times and during the occupation of Britain by the Romans.

The thermal spring underneath the bath was considered a sacred place and was visited by the Celts for millennia even before the Romans invaded. It was the Romans, however, that built a substantial complex around the baths. Sulis then began to be worshipped by the Roman British as Sulis Minerva.

The baths themselves became known as Aquae Sulis and people came from all over the ancient world to take the waters and receive the blessing of the goddess. The blessing and the waters were reputed to be able to perform miraculous cures for those who were ill, had arthritis or were exhausted.

You can visit Sulis and the impressively restored and expanded baths today and bathe in the 40-degree Celsius waters and even drink from them. The mineral waters are high in calcium and sulphates with sodium and so beneficial to humans, although some people find the waters a bit pungent. It is this bringing together of unique factors - the blessing of the goddess, the chemistry of the water, the heat of the aqua sulis - that enabled the healing for millennia.

Interestingly. Sulis was also petitioned to block good health and inflict a variety of nasty physical pains primarily through lead 'curse tablets. We know of this because many curse tablets have survived. In a particular kind of right to left reading code, and in often legalistic language, the tablets ask Sulis to punish the known or unknown perpetrators of crimes until justice can be done. Typically, because Sulis is a goddess of health and the body. the requests ranged from the infliction of insomnia, blindness, unbearable pain to someone 'losing their minds'.

COMPANION STONE OR METAL: SANDSTONE

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How did your card relate to you this time?
If you are comfortable sharing please do so in the comments or send me a DM

Enjoy what's left your Tuesday xx

It's card day Monday πŸ’œ Yay πŸ’œBeing summer solstice I thought we would use Queen of the Sun Oracle Which card are you draw...
22/12/2025

It's card day Monday πŸ’œ Yay πŸ’œ

Being summer solstice I thought we would use Queen of the Sun Oracle

Which card are you drawn to today A, B or C? Let me know in the comments and reveal will be posted tomorrow

I hope you are all managing the festive season so far

Love, kindness and compassion to you all xx

🎁🎁 Need a last minute gift idea 🎁🎁Did you remember something for yourself? If you need something, I have vouchers, cryst...
21/12/2025

🎁🎁 Need a last minute gift idea 🎁🎁

Did you remember something for yourself?

If you need something, I have vouchers, crystals - tumblers, spheres & towers, crystal jewellery, cleansing packs, a few Oracle card decks available

Message me if you would like more information.

β˜€οΈβ˜€οΈ Happy Summer Solstice β˜€οΈβ˜€οΈI have the same sense of humour as the universe (it's the non conformist in me)  of cours...
21/12/2025

β˜€οΈβ˜€οΈ Happy Summer Solstice β˜€οΈβ˜€οΈ

I have the same sense of humour as the universe (it's the non conformist in me) of course on a day to celebrate the sun and light that here in Vic weather today has storms brewing 🀣
We can still enjoy the daylight hours, embrace the light and bring forth all the joys of summer time

What ever you do today, it's a great day to pause, ground and enjoy

May beautiful things come your way

Love, kindness and compassion to you all xx

πŸ’œπŸ’œ Reveal Time πŸ’œπŸ’œBetter late than never right, in the "craziness" of the festive season I had double booked my Tuesday n...
17/12/2025

πŸ’œπŸ’œ Reveal Time πŸ’œπŸ’œ

Better late than never right, in the "craziness" of the festive season I had double booked my Tuesday night so that's why we are revealing tonight. πŸ€¦πŸΌβ€β™€οΈ

I've put all parts of the meaning of each card in this time, so they are long - take what you need from your message.

A: SHINING LOTUS

There are times when it makes sense to be discrete, until you find your inner strength so that you feel empowered enough to share your thoughts, feelings and beliefs without wavering, even in the face of challenge by another. At other times, we benefit ourselves and others by taking a risk and allowing the inner lotus blossom of our true Self to shine forth, for all to behold.

Have you been hiding in the spiritual closet, beloved? Sometimes it makes sense to avoid sharing your thoughts and feelings about spiritual beliefs and other personal matters until they are clearer in your own mind. However there are also times when hiding your deepest truths away from the world will no longer protect you but actually hold you back from living your divine destiny, shining the lotus light of your own Soul and walking your path in the world.

This does not mean that you have to make a grand announcement (unless that is what is in your heart!) but it does suggest that there is something within you that you could share with another or be more open about in your life more generally. It might be a talk with a loved one about some significant feelings that you have kept to yourself or beginning to be more open about your beliefs and your abilities.

Once you put your energy into the world, you magnetically attract like-minded souls into your life which will then encourage you to share yourself even more. Don't worry if there are those that seem to be challenged or threatened by your beliefs. They don't have to have the same beliefs as you for you (and them) to be safe and loved and on the Spiritual Path (which is unique for all of us). You and others can benefit greatly from you staying true to your heart and at the same time, being open to the fact that they will have their own truths that may differ to yours, and that is just the way it is. You don't have to convince others or be convinced of anything yourself, all you need to do is listen to your own heart.

If there is something that you have been holding within, you are guided to listen to your heart for the right time and the best way to share it. Let the lotus light of your own heart, your own Soul, your own inner truths, shine openly, beloved. Be gentle with yourself and know that you have a right to be here on this planet in your own truth and that no matter what the response, whether a response of affirmation and love, or a response of discomfort, your truth serves the greater good. Trust in the strength of this lotus light shining. It is more powerful than fear or doubt. It will light your way more deeply on to your spiritual path of peace, purpose and power.

HEALING TO SHINE THE INNER LOTUS

Take a moment to stand or sit comfortably making sure you have adequate room to move your arms. If you cannot do this healing physically for any reason, then imagine it taking place in your mind's eye, visualising yourself doing the process energetically.

Quietly in your mind or aloud, affirm the following. "I now choose to open my heart and reveal the lotus of truth and peace shining within. I choose to reveal my truth, based in unconditional love and non-judgment, I reveal it for the greatest good and I trust in the unfoldment of the Universe, blessed by the grace and mercy of Kuan Yin, so be it!"

Take a slow deep breath in and open your arms wide at the same time. Imagine the breath igniting the lotus in your heart, setting it alight and the heart lotus shining brightly like a star in the centre of your chest. You may feel emotion releasing, just let it come and go as you breathe in and out with your arms wide for a few moments.

Then on a slow deep out breath, lift your arms and imagine the lotus of the heart shining light out to the Universe with love. Then with your ams high, and looking slightly sup say, "I am safe in my truth, I reveal myself with love, it is safe and fun to be me. My lotus light shines forth ur benefit all humanity!"

PRAYER OF THE SHINING LOTUS

Beloved Kuan Yin, mother of mercy and companion, blew me with divine timing and divine words, that I may express myself truthfully and well, and that my truths may be holing for all concerned, for the highest good, so be it! Bless my lotus heart, with shining peace and love. Om Mani Padme Hum.

B: PRINCESS OF THE AUTUMN HARVEST

The Princes of the Autumn Harent bring of bounty and blessing for efforts and of the past. It is a time when fruit of laboure a ge for the picking. A beautiful blessing is on its way to you now. This may come in the form of a spiritual gifi, an opportunity a windfall of abundance, a significant relationship or an important friendskog and more. With gratitude in your heart, you will recognise the blessing when it comes to you and it will serve you perfectly. Be open to recewe it, knowing it is justly deserved.

A divine blessing is on its way to you now. It might be an obvious blessing where your heart sings and your spirit soars. Or it might start off as a hidden blessing which leads you to that heart opening state in a less obvious way. Sometimes we don't realise that we are being blessed because the blessing is in avoiding something that would have caused us unnecessary pain or suffering, distracting us from our path and lowering our vibration for a time. It may only be sometime later that we realise that we were indeed spared what could have been great suffering. Sometimes we don't ever realise how loved and protected we are in precious moments where we are gifted blessing in disguise.

To be able to open to receive more blessings in your life, and many are available from the endlessly loving, compassionate and kind spiritual beings that surround us at all times, we can begin to cultivate a 'blessed" frame of mind. Allowing the Princess of the Autumn Harvest, beloved Kuan Yin in her mode of grace, blessing and bestowal of gifts, to reside in your heart will help you enter this state. The easiest this is to have gratitude in your heart as often as possible. Even if you are not sure why your life is unfolding in a particular way, imagine that behind every circumstance, the divine hand of your own magnificent higher Self, sted by Kuan Yin, is guiding you deeper into your own bliss.

This blessing coming to you is a specific reward for endeavour, effort and inner work over some time. It will look and feel like something precious that has been gifted to you from a benevolent universe, and it is. Have faith, be open and receive, beloved. Your time has come.

RECEIVING DIVINE BLESSING FROM THE PRINCESS OF THE AUTUMN HARVEST

Sit with your journal and for a moment, just centre your awareness in your heart. Say, "Beloved Kuan Yin, Princess of the Autumn Harvest, help me be centred fully in my heart now, Om Mani Padme Hum."

When you are feeling connected with your heart, say, "I am so grateful for the blessing that is delivered to me now, I am so thankful that I can easily recognise and receive this blessing with my open heart. Thank you for divine assistance and unconditional love!"

When you are ready, write whatever occurs to you in your journal for a few moments. Don't think, just write or draw. If you don't feel anything, that is fine, say the prayer below instead, but you may also find messages or guidance of a loving nature comes through for you. Just allow it to flow.

THE PRAYER OF DIVINE BLESSING FROM THE PRINCESS OF THE AUTUMN HARVEST

I am divinely blessed, my heart is so full of blessing it overflows through my entire being and energy field. I receive blessings so easily. My joy inspires others to be open to blessings too. The Princess of the Autumn Harvest, Beloved Kuan Yin, knows my worthy heart and bestows abundant gifts to me now. Om Mani Padme Hum!

C: EMPRESS OF THE PEARL

You have an inner gift of great value, born of struggle, adversity and challenge. In wisdom you know that suffering can lead to growth provided we are willing to search for a way to heal through it. Seeing challenges as ways to expand your spiritual light empowers you to focus on the growing light, rather than getting caught up in suffering.

Natural pearls are rare, lustrous feminine gems, created within a living organism, the pearl oyster. They have a unique creation process. Natural pearls are created when a foreign entity, such as a grain of sand or parasite, finds its way into the pearl oyster. The oyster reacts and creates layers of pearlescent substance, creating a warmly glowing treasure within.

Just like the beautiful and rare natural pearl, you have a unique spiritual beauty to offer to the world. Your pearl is your precious gift, something unique that is being born through your experiences and consciousness that cannot be created or copied by another because it is of your own unique soul light.

Any struggles you have experienced are a karmic gift to help you grow this inner exquisite offering to support the spiritual evolution of humanity. Once you recognise this, you can dispense with your struggles more swiftly, using them to help you grow and not adding unnecessary energy or focus to the problem, which might make it grow instead!

If you have found yourself attracting negative energies from those around you, or perhaps feeling drained or sometimes even possessed by negative thoughts or experiences, you don't have to feel afraid. You can heal with Kuan Yin now, allowing that which is stirred up within you to begin forming the beautiful gift you have to share. Just as the pearl stars rym monation and reaction, so are the circumstances in your life whit ted incomfortable serving you to help you grow your gift. It is time t realise that your Soul is growing is lustre and beauty to share with the world. Once you realise this, your struggles become less and your Sond light becomes even more luminous.

THE PEARL HEALING WITH KUAN YIN

Gently close your eyes and focus on your breath flowing in and our Imagine you are in a peaceful place and you become aware of a light, glowing and bright, that is beloved Kuan Yin shining within your own heart. You feel yourself expanding, growing bigger. You can look down and notice any irritation, discomfort, negativity or fear that has been of concern for you. The larger the light grows within, the smaller that isue becomes.

The light begins to glow with pearlescent, luminous warmth. It wraps itself around the issue with love, gentleness and peace, layer and layer until the issue itself disappears into an endless layering of pearlescent light.

Breathing into your heart, then say, "I now choose to release any negative energy that has drained me or disturbed me, I release it with love, and I allow my own Kuan Yin heart to create its pearl now for the highest good, so be it!"

Breathe out through your heart and be peaceful for a moment. When you are ready, open your eyes.

PRAYER TO THE EMPRESS OF THE PEARL

With beloved Kuan Yin, Empress of the Pearl, as my witness, I transform negativity into light through compassion. Anything that causes me discomfort I use to grow my light, so it becomes bigger than the discomfort, and I now choose to experience the light of my being and its spiritual growth as more powerful than any irritation suffering which serves that growth. Om Mani Padme Hum.

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How did your card relate to you. If you are comfortable sharing let me know in the comments or send me a DM

Enjoy your Wednesday evening xx

It's card day Monday Like so many of us today, my heart is hurting. It's so hard to wrap my heart and brain around what ...
15/12/2025

It's card day Monday

Like so many of us today, my heart is hurting.
It's so hard to wrap my heart and brain around what has happened in Bondi, which is why I have chosen Kuan Yin cards - Goddess of Compassion - we need this in so much abundance right now.

Which card are you drawn to today A, B or C? Let me know in the comments, reveal will be up tomorrow

Extra love, kindness and compassion to you all xx

13/12/2025

Back for one last session for 2025

Come and join Sunday 14th Dec
πŸ“ Blind Bight Community Centre

πŸ•˜ 9.30 - 10.30 am

πŸ’° $10

All abilities welcome

Seating or laying down options

Most welcome to bring your own blanket, crystals or things you need

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