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Following a long career as a Nurse/Midwife Donna is now a qualified counsellor and a Shape Therapy Relfective Practitioner.

Donna can assist you to gain insight and perspective on your thoughts, emotions and behaviour. Donna incorporates her years of experience as a Midwife and has a particular interest in antenatal/postnatal anxiety and depression, providing a safe space for women to talk about their doubts, fears, and process feelings around their birth experiences. Donna also has a special interest in supporting th

ose with addictions and their significant others. As a Shape Therapy Reflective Practitioner, Donna is very much person-centered in her approach with clients, she incorporates the 7 key principles of empathy, acceptance, compassion, non-judgemental, openness and honesty, genuineness, and empowerment to herself and others. Donna offers zoom or WhatsApp contact and depending on location, home visits.

26/04/2026

We are wired to move away from discomfort and will go to great lengths to avoid it, but what happens when instead of avoiding discomfort we gently turn towards it?

When something feels "off" in your body e.g. tight chest, clenched jaw, and restless energy-that is our nervous system communicating signals for us to understand not avoid. This can look like " what am I feeling right now, where do I notice this in my body" then naming, "this feels like anxiety, I am noticing frustration, there is sadness here".

This may sound too simple but noticing and naming what you feel moves you from a reactive ,overwhelmed state to a more grounded aware one. When you acknowledge what is present your nervous system begins to settle instead of staying in fight flight, or freeze. This makes room for a different response, which can include curiosity, compassion, and choice.

When you teach your nervous system that discomfort is not danger, and you are capable of holding it you may notice real change happen.

Reach out if you would like some support.

https://ccccounselling.com.au

22/04/2026

If you are grieving the loss of a loved one just remember their is no timeline, no finish line, so no need to rush yourself as your experience is valid just as it is.

Grief can show up unexpectedly: in a song, a smell, a memory that catches you off guard. While this may take your breath away, it is evidence that love existed and continues to do so, even when your person is no longer present.

If you feel it would help to talk about your loss and grief with someone other than family and friends please reach out.

https://ccccounselling.com.au

20/04/2026

Burnout is often the result of chronic unmanaged stress over time, and can feel like exhaustion, overwhelm, becoming detached, and lacking motivation. What is happening underneath is your nervous system has been working overtime.

We all have a "window of tolerance" and when we are in this zone, we can feel relatively calm, grounded and able to cope with life's ups and downs.

However with chronic stress we can be pushed outside of our window of tolerance which can lead to anxiety, restlessness, irritability and inability to focus; a sign your system is in overdrive.

If this continues your system may hit the pause button leaving you feeling flat, shutdown, and disconnected.

Counselling can help by giving you space to slow down and make sense of what's been building, helping you to recognize stress signals sooner, and learn strategies to regulate your nervous system.

You don't have to wait until you are completely depleted, call for support today
You can contact me through my website

https://ccccounselling.com.au

16/04/2026

Conflict in a romantic relationship is not only normal- its inevitable. Two people with different histories, needs, and perspectives are bound to clash from time to time. What matters most isn't whether you argue but how you repair afterwards.

The Gottman Method reminds us that healthy relationships are not conflict-free, but built on healthy repair. This looks like taking responsibility, offering genuine apologies, and staying emotionally connected instead of turning away.

I use the Gottman Method when working with couples, and can help you learn about strategies to find your way back to each other after a disagreement.
Feel free to contact me via my website if you would like support.

https://ccccounselling.com.au

10/04/2026

Many couples feel "stuck" but what's really happening is a repeating cycle: one partner pushes, the other withdraws and both experience frustration. The good news is patterns can be changed .

The Gottman Method helps couples recognise these cycles, and what might be underlying them, then can provide strategies to develop a healthier way of relating.

As your counsellor I use the Gottman Method when supporting couples, contact me through my website if you feel I can be of help.

https://ccccounselling.com.au

05/04/2026

Many of us have learned that connection comes at a cost to ourselves. To be more like others we hide parts of who we truly are, we people please, we silence ourselves, we neglect our own needs just to feel accepted and "fit in".

The truth is: the right people won't ask or expect you to abandon yourself. You will feel the difference of "belonging", you can turn up just as you are. It feels safer, more grounded, and authentic.

If you notice yourself over explaining or constantly questioning your worth in relationships ask your self, "Am I fitting in, or am I truly belonging?

If you recognise this behaviour in yourself and would like to explore what is underneath it, I would welcome the opportunity to support you.

Contact me on my website and lets have a chat

https://ccccoounselling.com.au

02/04/2026

Relying on others for self-worth means that our inner value rises and falls based on how we are perceived. Compliments bring a temporary high, however criticism or perceived rejection can feel devastating. This can result in over thinking interactions, seeking reassurance, and being on constant high alert as to how we are "coming across".

This may result in difficulty setting boundaries, "people-pleasing" and even staying in unhealthy relationships.

Low self-worth is not a personal failing, but often an understandable response to past experiences and environments. Just as we learned these beliefs we can unlearn them.

If this sounds like your experience help is available. You can contact me through my website and arrange a short conversation to see if I might be able to support you.

https://ccccounselling.com.au

29/03/2026

If you are someone who hides your pain behind a smile, reach out today for a chat. Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions or just seeking clarity counselling can help. You can choose the convenience of online, or over the phone sessions, I am here to accommodate your needs. I also offer in person, and after your initial consultation I can also offer walk and talk sessions.
Please visit my website to learn more about me and feel free to contact me for a no obligation chat to see if I might be a good fit for you.

https://ccccounselling.com.au/

28/03/2026

Worrying can feel overwhelming-like your mind just wont switch off, replaying the same thoughts over and over. You are not alone feeling this way and it doesn't have to stay this way.
As a counsellor, I support clients to better understand the worry, beak free from unhelpful thinking patterns, and build practical tools to feel calmer. If worry is taking up too much space in your life, I am here to help. Contact me through my website

https://ccccounselling.com.au

06/03/2026

✨ Meet Donna Douglas - Your Compassionate Counsellor ✨

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not quite yourself lately? I’m Donna, an experienced integrative counsellor at Calm Caring Compassionate Counselling. I create a safe, non-judgemental space where you lead the way. I’m here to listen, support, and guide you through life’s toughest moments with compassion and respect - at an affordable price. I am currently have availability for new clients for either individual or relationship counselling.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationships, grief, addiction, life transitions or just seeking clarity and balance, counselling can help. Reach out today for a chat and see if we’re the right fit.

Whether you prefer the convenience of online and over-the-phone sessions, or in person, I am here to accommodate your needs. After your initial consultation, I can also offer you Walk and Talk therapy sessions if this is a preferred option.

Please visit my website to learn more about me and get in touch: https://ccccounselling.com.au/

Look forward to hearing from you.

04/03/2026

✨ Meet Donna Douglas - Your Compassionate Counsellor ✨ Now taking new individual and couple clients.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not quite yourself lately? I’m Donna, an experienced integrative counsellor at Calm Caring Compassionate Counselling. I create a safe, non-judgemental space where you lead the way. I’m here to listen, support, and guide you through life’s toughest moments with compassion and respect - at an affordable price. I am currently have availability for new clients for either individual or relationship counselling.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationships, grief, addiction, life transitions or just seeking clarity and balance, counselling can help. Reach out today for a chat and see if we’re the right fit.

Whether you prefer the convenience of online and over-the-phone sessions, or in person, I am here to accommodate your needs. After your initial consultation, I can also offer you Walk and Talk therapy sessions if this is a preferred option.

Please visit my website to learn more about me and get in touch: https://ccccounselling.com.au/

Look forward to hearing from you,
Donna

Address

Level 1/91 Landsborough Avenue
Scarborough, QLD
4020

Telephone

+61419863770

Website

http://www.ccccounselling.com.au/

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