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I offer a gentle, safe, non-judgemental space where you can heal grief and trauma through art, talking therapy, and spiritual support. Always at your own pace.

When I was at the worst of my grief, I found it so hard to find the words. Luckily, I had an art practice and was able to dive in. When you book a session, you don't have to talk if it's too hard. We can start with doodles, marks on paper, or even traces of colour. Art has that ability to connect us to our emotions and I wouldn't be surprised if you found yourself creating something powerful, even if you have never seen yourself as an artist. The point is not for it to be pretty. It's to express what you cannot say with words. When the time is right, we can then move to more traditional speaking therapy. But also, we can go back and forth, depending on how you feel. One thing I do, which most other counsellors don't, is that I also create an energetic space where you are supported by angels so the whole process feels extra safe. And unlike spiritual counsellors, I have a solid training and undergo regular supervision. And if that wasn't enough, I can bring my aromatherapy knowledge into sessions as I know how powerful scents can be for both healing and bringing memories. You can choose what you like in what I offer. I never push anything on anyone. Gentleness, compassion, and absence of judgment are part of my core values. There are other modalities that I practice that are not listed here so feel free to ask. I am here to walk alongside you.

21/01/2026

This popped in memories from six years ago.

All I know is that I am feeling her presence more than ever. A warmth wrapped around me. Something she couldn't give me in life.

Have you had any conversations like this? Or thought about it for yourself or a loved one?

'Afterlife. The topic of conversation with Mum yesterday.

We've always been able to talk about death. What was interesting was when she moved into the care facility, it was confronting at first because you are faced with death on a daily basis.

We knew logically when she went in that this was the last stage of her life. But actually experiencing it is another whole kettle of fish.

Yet, we can still talk about what it means. How it is affecting her when your dear friends die. The sadness and loss that surrounds her for a while. Then her loss of memory kicks in to protect her.

The necessary paperwork is in place to help us through when it gets to that point. We have been able to discuss this with her what her wishes are that we can honour with love, grace and dignity.

Then out of the blue, she starts questioning the afterlife. Is there one? If there isn't what was the meaning of her life?

Like a fear had crept in keeping her alive. However, she boldly told me that she isn't ready to go yet. There is still life to be lived, even if it is in her four walls.

So much appreciation, honour and respect for these experiences and discussions about life, death and age.'

(an old photo of us)

20/01/2026

I posted this five years ago not fully understand what it actually meant for someone walking the path of grief and trauma.

Now, I can see how damaging it can be. How negating for someone who isn't at that point yet. How shaming.

I know I felt all of these things when I was reading all these memes and everyone was agreeing. But how many were only agreeing to be part of the positive set?

For a while, I was part of this - all light and love. Basically toxic positivity.

Read this and allow yourself to feel into it without shoulds or shame. Know letting go takes time, courage, and practice.

If you wish to more, here is the link to a Substack post I wrote a while ago: https://chantalvanderhaeghen.substack.com/p/look-on-the-bright-side

19/01/2026

Despite a couple of good weeks, this morning is different.

For no 'apparent' reason, I feel off. Unmotivated. Weepy. Downhearted.

I simply can’t walk out the door.

Grief has gut-punched me.

So quiet time is called for.

18/01/2026

Yoga musings:

'It isn't what you gain. It's what you release'.

As I create collages, I'm realising that I am releasing so much which is reflected in them.

The blue one has no white space as I filled the square - gain.

In the pink one I created a day later, I left white space - release.

What you release are your stories, beliefs, patterns, expectations, timelines, shame, survival, doing, needing approval, and something wonderful is created.
Space.

In this space, my awareness of my breath is returning. My energy that was tied up in holding, bracing, and proving is becoming available to do things I want to do.

I am beginning to see and witness that in healing grief and trauma, spirituality and creativity deepen. I am becoming more by shedding and letting go of what once concealed me. I no longer need to add more.

What I am loving is that as I release, there isn't a sense of emptiness. There's a sense of fullness - the essence of me. 💙💛🩷💜

16/01/2026

Something I am learning is how creativity offers another doorway to healing.

What I am seeing in my practice is how those, including myself, who grew up with trauma or are carrying grief, creativity was interrupted early. Dismissed. Corrected. Judged. Closing the lid on our creativity.

In therapy sessions, it might look like drawing instead of explaining. Sensing into the body instead of retelling the story again. Using colour, movement, symbols, or imagination to meet what feels unspeakable.

It is about letting go of perfectionism. Inhibition. Fears. It’s about safety.

Learning to express yourself in your own way and where you are at.

https://open.substack.com/pub/chantalvanderhaeghen/p/creating-art-letting-go?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web

11/01/2026

That pause - that breath - is power.

It’s where clarity lives.

It’s where you can see that someone’s harshness may come from their own pain, not from truth. It can also prevent misunderstandings getting out of control and beyond redemption.

It takes time to choose presence over reaction. To allow it to protect your peace, integrity, grace, strength, and your healing.

This is where you reclaim your sovereignty and self-respect.

Where in your grief, or in your life right now, can you choose presence instead of reaction?

11/01/2026

There comes a moment after grief and trauma when trust begins to return.

Trust in yourself. Trust in your inner compass. Trust that even without certainty, you will be shown the next step.

This is where faith lives. Not as belief in outcomes, but as a quiet knowing that life is still weaving with you.

When you trust yourself again, you stop forcing, rushing, or bracing. You listen. You respond. You allow.

And beautiful things begin to happen, not because you tried to make it happen, but because you were willing to walk forward with an open heart and step into the unknown.

This shows courage and grace.

10/01/2026

My first birthday without my mother.

It was still a day of celebration. Laughter. Fun. Window shopping. Tears. Sadness. Food.

Unexpected moments of pure joy and excitement. Remembering as Mum loved celebrating our birthdays making delicious cakes. Memories.

Mum whispered 'happy birthday' in my ear.

My heart is full. 💙🧡🩷

It will get easier. But for now I stay with what ever arises.

09/01/2026

Choosing a word for the year has been something I have done for years now. It is a reminder for when I go off track and begin to feel downhearted about life and my business.

Last year it was adventure. I thought travel. It ended up being travelling through grief and so much more.

The word comes to me either in a meditation or simply drops in at any time without thought. Love when this happens as it resonates sending shivers up and down my spine.

I am excited about this coming year. Curious to see what it will bring me. And how I can keep supporting you as you travel through your grief and emotions.

Is this something you do? If so, what is your word? Or is this something new you are going to try.

https://open.substack.com/pub/chantalvanderhaeghen/p/embracing-the-new-year-with-a-word?r=2ioah9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

07/01/2026

Grief is deeply confusing.

We never know how we are going to feel from one minute to the next.

It encompasses a gamut of emotions that we don’t expect.

From deep sadness. To anger. To numbness. To relief. To confusion. To a moment of feeling ok.

Is this normal?
That it is.

Will it always be this painful?
No. But it takes time. Because it isn’t linear. It twists and turns.

You spiral down. You spiral back up again.

Grief is a normal response to loss. It lives in our hearts, bodies, our minds and our souls.

There is no right or wrong way to grieve. There is only your way.

Remember what you are feeling is real. You are grieving.

And you are not alone.

Over time it will get better. Yet, we will always feel grief because the love we felt will always be there.

06/01/2026

One more of the firsts since my mother died nearly a year ago - my birthday.

Where did this year go?

On the one hand, it feels like how did I get here. On the other, it each day, week, and month felt protracted.

It is all a blur. Yet, there is also clarity.

It is a juxtaposition of what the world expected and what my soul was carrying.

A photo of us on my 50th birthday in all our colourful glory. This is where my love for colour comes from.

05/01/2026

There are so many ways our connection with our loved ones continues.

Because grief isn’t only about absence. It’s also about love and a continuing relationship with them.

Sometimes it’s a scent that stops us mid-step. A phrase we suddenly hear ourselves saying. A light touch on our skin. A smile at something they loved and we know do.

It isn’t always obvious. It doesn’t always make sense.

It takes time to realise that the connection with our loved one changes shape. They will always be in our heart.

It’s a new relationship that keeps evolving and love keeps finding new ways to be with us.

That is what keeps us going.

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Allow your inner self to shine

Be gloriously, beautifully and confidently YOU

What if you no longer had to stand and watch your life go by?

What if you never ever had to feel invisible, unheard or not good enough again?

What if you truly felt like the heroine (and not just an extra) of your life?

Does this sound familiar?

Hello divine woman.

I’m Chantal Vanderhaeghen and I love supporting and showing women like you that no matter what you have come through you can still lead an incredible life full of love, joy and adventure.

Over the years I had often asked myself the above questions. I felt lost and confused until I took the leap over the edge into the unknown and sought out professional help.

What a difference that made in my life. It was a life-changer.

My sense of self changed dramatically with a few tears and meltdowns in amongst it all. But don’t let that put you off.

I now have my holistic toolbox that I love and adore. I have filled it over the years with life experience, my inner knowing, plus meditation, mindfulness, reiki, and tapping. Now it is time to share it with you.

Because who would you be if you had unwavering confidence in yourself?

Let’s find out how we can co-create this for you - this incredible sense of Yourself.

Unfold Your Confidence is for you if you are:

A woman who is feeling lost and confused. Maybe you’ve been through a lot of change – a life-altering experience or the kids have left home or your relationship has changed; whatever it is, you’ve lost your sense of purpose.

A woman who feels like a fraud – because you should be feeling happy. On the surface, you have it all, but deep inside is a different story – something is missing and you can’t figure it out.

A woman who knows that there is more than this. You know longer want to be on the treadmill of doubt, people-pleasing or overwhelmed and controlled by your emotions. You want to wake up looking forward to the day ahead and all the possibilities.

A woman who thinks, “I am confident, but…”. It’s that but. It’s those excuses, those feelings we put aside or buried deep within, keeping your hostage from living fully.

When you feel confident, you accept yourself for who you are and then, your happiness unfolds.

How you can work with me

face to face or online sessions in Confident Living

Online Meditation and Tapping courses

Long-distance Reiki sessions

Meditation and women’s groups

Because I believe in you - unequivocally. My commitment to you is that I hold you lovingly with a dose of straight-talking in a safe space as you unfold and discover how to feel confident as the woman you are meant to be.

And above all, you’ll discover your presence is more than enough.

>> See my services tab on this page for the details of my offerings

Click on this link to have a free 15-minute chat to see if we are a good fit for each other before you commit because it’s important to me that you do. http://bit.ly/2zSLIL5

Looking forward to connecting with you. Chantal

Confidence mentor and Intuitive Guide

M: 0414 386 882

E: chantal@unfoldyourfreedom.com.au