http://www.thestillspace.com.au/

The Still Space, 55-57 Station Street, Engadine (2026)

08/04/2026

Imagine this for a moment… ✨️

You’re in the middle of your day. Something comes up.

Your thoughts start spiralling, and instead of holding it in, overthinking it, or trying to “just get through”...

You open your phone, press record, and speak it out loud.

To a real therapist.
Who listens.
Who understands.
Who responds with care, insight, and guidance.

Not AI.
Not a chatbot.
Not generic advice.
A real human. A real connection.

This is support that meets you in real life.

In the in-between moments, when things actually happen.

No waiting for an appointment.
No needing to find an hour in your day.
Just support, when you need it most.

✨ A therapist in your pocket.

Coming 13 April 💕

With care,
Sammy ♥️

07/04/2026

6 years of The Still Space ✨️

What started as a personal journey through my own grief, trauma and abuse, together with a deep pull to create something different, has become a space that has held so many stories, so much courage, and so many moments of change.

The Still Space was built from one of the most traumatic moments of my life. The unexpected loss of my dad.

In the midst of that grief, I found myself searching, for the people, the practices, and the spaces that could truly hold me.

Spaces where I wasn’t a number.
Not part of a system.
But a human being with a story that mattered.

Because this really spoke to my heart, I wanted to create the space I so longed for. And from that journey, The Still Space was born. 💕

So when I say this is more than a business to me, I really mean that.

It holds my why.
My lived experience.
And a deep passion to create support that feels human, grounded, and real.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of sitting with people in some of their hardest seasons.

Grief. Anxiety. Trauma. Life transitions. The moments that don’t always make sense.

And alongside that, I’ve noticed something, there are so many people who sit just outside of therapy.

Not in crisis.
Not ready to start.
Or simply needing support in the in-between moments of life.

The late-night thoughts.
The overthinking.
The “I just need to talk this out” moments.

And I’ve been asking myself, how do I support this space too?

Because I believe support should be accessible, wherever you are, and whatever season you’re in.

So 6 years in, this feels like a meaningful next step.

Something new is coming next week and I can't wait to share it with you.

With care,
Sammy ♥️

Oh, and BTW, a HUGE thank you to who captured these shots during my Bell's Palsy recovery. Thanks for your magic when my facial paralysis made things a little tricky. ✨️

07/04/2026

Okay, let’s talk Master Dating 🤩

Do you take yourself out to enjoy the things you genuinely love?

Whether you're in a relationship or not, there is something deeply empowering about spending intentional time with yourself and getting to know who you are on a deeper level.

Not the version of you shaped by expectations or roles, but the real you, your preferences, your needs, your joy.

Because when you build that relationship with yourself, everything else shifts.

In fact, I believe it’s essential to creating a lifelong, healthy relationship with yourself.

What do you think?

With care,
Sammy ✨️♥️

01/04/2026

Anxiety is a time-traveler 🤯

It lives in the world of "what-ifs"

One way we can short circuit that is by giving the brain something to focus on, on a sensory level.

Because our brain is biologically designed to be altert to changes in our sensory environment, when we create a new sensation, such as through temperature or movement, it can stop the time travelling "what-if" thought loops.

This works for both adults and children.

You can try 👇

✨️ Rubing hands together to create warmth.
✨️ Placing hands under cold water.
✨️ Placing a cool hand-towel on your forehead.
✨️ Swaying from side to side
✨️ Self hug, squeezing arms.

Basically anything that creates temperature or pressure.

I hope this helps.

With care,
Sammy 💕✨️

31/03/2026

We’re not designed to hold the weight of the world all day, every day.

The constant stream of news, images, and stories can build in the background of our nervous system, even when we think we’re just “checking in.”

Our body doesn’t filter it the way we do consciously. It absorbs. It stores. It responds. And over time, that can look like feeling more on edge, overwhelmed, or heavy, without always knowing why.

If you’ve been feeling this lately, it might be worth gently looking at your media consumption.

A few small shifts can make a big difference:

✨️ Try checking the news in the morning rather than at night, so your nervous system isn’t processing it as you’re winding down for sleep.

✨️ Set a time limit around scrolling or news intake, instead of having it running in the background.

✨️ Switch to listening to the radio or audio updates rather than watching visual footage.

✨️ Create small pockets in your day that are intentionally media-free.

And if you have little ones around, it's great to be mindful of what they may be overhearing too.

I hope this helps.

With care,
Sammy 💕

30/03/2026

This little business of mine, has never actually just been a business to me. ✨️

It was built from a deep belief that people deserve somewhere to land when life feels heavy.

Not a system.
Not a number.
Not a waiting room that feels cold or clinical.

But a space that feels like an exhale. A space that feels like a second home.

Like you can walk in exactly as you are and be met with real care, real presence, and real support.

Every conversation, every child who walks through the door, every adult finding their way back to themselves, it all matters more than I can put into words.

So to be recognised in the Local Business Awards feels incredibly special, not for me, but for what this space stands for.

If you’ve ever felt supported here, connected to the work, or believe in creating mental health spaces that feel more human, I would be so grateful for your vote. You can vote by following the link below. 👇

https://thebusinessawards.com.au/63897/the-still-space

Thank you for being part of this community and trusting me with your stories. It is truly an honour to do this work.

With care,
Sammy 💕

28/03/2026

A soft place to land these school holidays.

School holidays can bring a shift.

After a full term of holding it together, following routines, keeping up, your child may finally feel like they can let go which can look like 👇

Big feelings.
Tired bodies.
Emotions that didn’t have space during the term.

That's why, we’ve created our School Holiday Expressive Art Workshops. 🎨

A space where your child can:

✨️ Gently release what they’ve been holding in
✨️ Settle their nervous system after a busy term
✨️ Express feelings without needing the “right words”
✨️ Reconnect with themselves through creativity

Guided by our Art Therapist, Eli, children are supported to explore through clay, paint, and sensory materials that help calm, regulate, and create a sense of safety.

There’s no pressure to perform.
No expectation to “get it right.”
Just space to be, to feel, and to express.

Because sometimes when the holidays arrive, what children need most isn’t more to do, it’s somewhere to land.

💛 Especially supportive for children who:

✨️ Have had a big or overwhelming term
✨️ Struggle to express how they’re feeling
✨️ Would benefit from a calm, nurturing space

👧 Suitable for primary school-aged children
🎨 No art experience needed
📍 Small, supportive groups
📆 Tuesday 14 April and Thursday 16 April | 10:30AM

If you’ve noticed your child needs a moment to reset these holidays, this is a beautiful place to start.

👉 Bookings now open https://thestillspace.as.me/schoolholidayworkshop
👉 NDIS (self or plan-managed) welcome

We can't wait to welcome your child.

With care,
Sammy ♥️

26/03/2026

Whether we realise it or not, we all occupy a role within our family of origin.

The peacekeeper. The rebel. The quiet one. The troublemaker.

These roles don’t just shape how we show up in our families, they shape how we see ourselves, how we relate to others, and what we come to believe is safe in relationships.

Lately, I’ve been noticing the role of the peacekeeper come up often in sessions.

The one who smooths things over.
The one who reads the room.
The one who keeps things calm, even when it comes at a cost.

And while this role was often an adaptation, a way of staying safe in the face of conflict, it doesn’t always serve you in the life you’re living now.

Because over time, it can look like 👇

Burnout.
Not feeling seen.
Resentment.
Loneliness, even in the presence of others.

Healing the role of peacekeeper requires rediscovering your voice.

What do you stand for?
What do you value?
What have you been holding back from saying?

When you're clear on this, change can begin.

With care,
Sammy 💕

16/03/2026

Sometimes people are curious about therapy, but they’re not quite ready to begin.

Not ready for weekly sessions.
Not ready to commit to a longer process.
Or simply not sure if therapy is the right step yet.

But they still have moments where they think, "I wish I could ask a therapist this."

A question about something that happened.
A reaction they don’t quite understand.
A situation they’re trying to navigate.
A thought they can’t seem to untangle.

In those moments, most people turn to Google, social media, or lately… AI. But what many people actually want is much simpler than that.

They want a real therapist.
A real human response.

Someone trained.
Someone experienced.
Someone who can listen and respond with genuine understanding.

Someone they can send a question to and talk something through with.

Over the past year I’ve heard this again and again, so I started asking myself a question…

What would it look like if accessing a therapist didn’t have to start with weekly therapy?

I think I may have found an answer.

I can't wait to share more with you soon.

With care,
Sammy 💕

11/03/2026

School holidays are approaching, and for many children it’s a welcome break, but it can also be a time when big feelings surface after a full term of holding everything in.

Sometimes children don’t yet have the words for what they’re feeling.

Sometimes they simply need a space where they can slow down, create, and be themselves.

That’s exactly why Eli, our Art Therapist, is returning to run our popular Expressive Art School Holiday Workshops. 👏

These workshops offer children a safe and supportive space to explore their inner world through creativity.

Using grounding materials like clay, paint and mixed media, children are gently invited to express feelings, settle their nervous system, and connect with their imagination.

✨ No pressure
✨ No right or wrong
✨ No art experience needed

Because this isn’t about making perfect art.

It’s about what happens in the process.

Tuesday 14 April and Thursday 16 April
10:30AM - 12:00PM | $39

Spaces are intentionally limited to keep the groups small and supportive.

Book online now via the link below.

https://thestillspace.as.me/schoolholidayworkshop

NDIS self or plan managed participants may be eligible (email hello@thestillspace.com.au to enquire before booking).

These workshops are a beautiful way to support your child’s emotional wellbeing these holidays, and perhaps you can also enjoy a quiet tea or coffee while they’re here. 😉

With care,
Sammy ♥️

01/03/2026

There is always a rainbow after the rain 🌧🌈

This weekend I celebrated my joint 40th with my soul mate, something we had been looking forward to for so long. Sitting there together, I felt so grateful for the life we’ve built and the years ahead of us.

What I didn’t expect was to be discharged from hospital that same morning with a diagnosis of Bell’s Palsy.

It’s been a lot to take in.

While this isn’t how I imagined beginning this new decade, I’m choosing to see it as a very clear message from my body to slow down and pay attention. I’m following medical advice closely and doing everything I can to support a full recovery.

To my beautiful clients, there may be a few appointment changes over the coming weeks. If your session has been impacted, I’ve already been in touch.

These adjustments are simply to allow space for recovery so I can continue to show up well and sustainably.

You may notice I look a little different for a while. I want to reassure you that this does not affect my ability to provide a high standard of psychotherapy support. My thinking is clear, my care is unchanged, and my commitment to our work together remains strong.

I love what I do. It’s a privilege to sit with you in your stories.

For now, I’m focusing on healing, listening to my body, and trusting that rainbows do follow the rain, even when the storm wasn’t part of the plan.

Thank you for your understanding and kindness.

With care,
Sammy ♥️

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