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Next Door Counselling & Consultation
Mental Health Service
🚪Telehealth Counselling Australia Wide
🚪Memory Loss & Dementia Specialist
🚪Registered Clinical Supervisor
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29/11/2025

When I asked a client how she was today, she paused, sighed and said, “I’m on fast-forward.” We both laughed as it was such a good way to describe this time of year!

'Fast-forward' became a powerful metaphor for this time of year. It describes moving quickly, juggling the unknowns and keeping up with overflowing schedules. And for some, 'Fast-forward' means fearing the quiet moments because that’s when everything we’ve been carrying finally catches up.

As we talked, it struck me how much 'Fast-forward' also reflects 2025 — a year where many of us have been holding more than we’ve had space to name.

For me, the place I finally slow down is by the water. So I’m going to head there… now, lol.

Here is a gentle reminder for you too: Find the place where your body softens, your breath deepens and life moves at a pace you can actually feel. See you soon- Hannah

25/11/2025

The other day, I had the privilege of holding space for a beautiful family therapy session.

Families come into the room carrying history, hope, hurt, love and a deep desire to find a way forward. What I witnessed was courage: the willingness to pause, listen, regulate and speak with honesty and respect.

Moments like these remind me why I do this work. When a family chooses to step through the doorway together, even gently, even imperfectly, something shifts. Safety grows. Understanding deepens. And small, achievable changes begin to take shape.

At Next Door Counselling & Consultation, this is the heart of what we do. We create warm, grounded spaces where connection can be rebuilt one conversation at a time.

If your family is navigating tension, communication challenges or big emotions, you’re not alone. Support is just next door. 🧡

See you soon,
Hannah

23/11/2025

Your Body Talks—Are You Listening?

Mental health isn’t just in our minds—it shows up in our bodies too. Sometimes, small physical signals are your brain’s way of saying, “Hey, something needs attention.”

Here are a few ways your body might tell you your mental health is shifting:

Changes in sleep – struggling to fall asleep or sleep too much
Appetite shifts – eating more, less, or differently than usual
Muscle tension or pain – headaches, tight shoulders, jaw clenching
Racing heart or breath changes – feeling anxious or on edge
Low energy or fatigue – even after rest

Listening to these signals early can help you respond before things escalate. Reflection, self-care and asking for support are all ways to stay connected to your mental health.

✨ Remember: noticing isn’t weakness—it’s strength. Your body is just trying to tell you something important.

19/11/2025

🌟 Helping Professionals: Close out 2025 with clarity and confidence! 🌟

We’re often blind to our own achievements, even when we’ve accomplished so much. That’s where Strengths-Based Reflective Supervision comes in.

✨ Reflect on everything you’ve achieved in 2025
✨ Celebrate your wins (big and small!)
✨ Unpack lessons learned
✨ Make clear, intentional plans for 2026
✨ Reconnect with your strengths, values and direction

💡 Spots are very limited for 2025, so don’t miss this opportunity to pause, reflect and move forward with confidence.

📩 DM me or click on the link in my bio. See you soon!

16/11/2025

I recently sat down with Jazmin on her Podcast "Not Another PD" for one of the realest conversations I’ve had — from backing myself and working through imposter syndrome to growing my business, navigating vicarious trauma and finally going all in instead of keeping one foot in my backup plan.

We talked about the tools that helped me find my feet again: supportive supervision, community, mentors, uncomfortable growth and the courage to stop dipping my toes in and actually trust what I bring to the table.

If you need a reminder to back yourself — or you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure in your own professional journey — let this episode encourage you.

Or feel free to reach out for some Reflective Supervision, ive been there and now i am privileged to support so many other Helping professionals on the journey too.

🎧 Listen to Episode 10 of Not Another PD and take what you need. Link in bio.

12/11/2025

The other day, I wandered into one of my favourite nurseries and was drawn to a beautiful green couch. 🌿

I just sat there, surrounded by plants, allowing my body to notice what was holding me and giving myself space to breathe. In that quiet moment, I felt how something as simple as pausing can help regulate your mind and body.

Just me, the greenery and the occasional senior passing by. Sometimes, slowing down and tuning in to ourselves—even for a few minutes—is a little superpower we all carry.

Look for your green couch today 🥰

09/11/2025

One of the nicest compliments I’ve ever received 💛

A client told me that when life felt really hard, she would imagine a little log cabin in the hills — warm, safe and quiet. Whenever things got tough, she’d picture herself walking to that cabin, opening the door and finding peace and rest inside.

The other day, she shared that story with me again and said,
“Hannah, coming here feels like going to that log cabin for me.”

I sat quietly for a moment and simply said, “Thank you.” I was humbled.

As therapists, we don’t always have the answers. But what we can offer is a space that feels safe, calm and warm — a place to rest for a while.

There will always be a safe space for you here at Next Door Counselling & Consultation 🕊️

07/11/2025

Next Door Counselling & Consultation is now proudly serving the Mornington Peninsula — from Frankston to Capel Sound.

We feel so fortunate to meet so many wonderful locals and as a local myself, it’s truly special to work in such a beautiful community.

It’s been a busy few months as we’ve stepped into another new location - what a year it’s been! Thank you to all our clients and families for your ongoing trust and support.

Next Door Counselling is now available four days a week, offering therapeutic supports, cognition assessments and dementia care for individuals and families.

Final sessions for 2025 are filling quickly. So, please reach out if you want to book in a session before the end of the year.

See you soon,
Hannah & Team ✨

31/10/2025

As a human-centred therapist, I feel fortunate to work with people who embody that same compassion.

Thank you to everyone who adjusted appointments while my mother had major surgery — your flexibility allowed me to be present with her during a difficult time. Like many of you, I’ve witnessed the challenges within our healthcare system firsthand
and it has deepened my appreciation for kindness and understanding in all its forms. Because when life is overwhelmingly hard, a dose of kindness from anyone goes a loong way. I’m thankful for friendly nurses, car parking attendants and yes the coffee lady that said “take care love.”

I will see you all in session again soon.
Thankyou!

22/10/2025

✨Play is so important, Joy is so important🌈

So often, the parts of us that feel “too much,” “too needy,” or “too sensitive” are simply younger parts longing for what they didn’t receive. Childhood trauma doesn’t always look dramatic — sometimes it’s the quiet ache of not feeling seen, safe, or soothed.

These early experiences shape our unconscious needs — the invisible forces that drive our relationships, reactions and even our sense of self-worth.

And here’s something beautiful:
Our bodies remember how to heal.

Play — laughter, movement, creativity, curiosity — offers a bridge back to safety. It gives our nervous system a chance to feel joy and spontaneity again, to experience connection without fear.

When we play, we give those younger parts of ourselves a new story — one where it’s finally safe to feel free. 💫

19/10/2025

When Words Escape and Emotions Take Over…

We’ve all had those moments, saying something before thinking, leaving our mouths open in shock, sometimes making others laugh, sometimes leaving us dreading the next interaction.

In therapy, we put strategies in place to help your thoughts and emotions walk together. 🚶‍♀️💭❤️
By learning to pause, notice and respond, you can move from impulsive reactions to thoughtful choices.

Every slip, every “oops,” is an opportunity to practice awareness, self-compassion and steadier interactions — one step at a time.

14/10/2025

“I Don’t Know Where to Begin”

This is a phrase I hear often in the therapy room, especially from carers sitting in a state of complete overwhelm.

Caring for someone can feel endless and when the to-do list, emotions and worries pile up, it’s hard to know where to start.

In these moments, therapy can help you:
✨ Break things down into manageable steps
✨ Prioritise what really matters
✨ Find strategies to care for yourself while caring for others

You don’t have to face the overwhelm alone. Sometimes, the first step is simply pausing, noticing and reaching out for support.

You are always welcome here.

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Mornington, VIC
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http://www.nextdoorcounselling.com.au/

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