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Let us be your partner in healing and self-discovery. Contact us today to take the first step towards a brighter, more resilient tomorrow.

Your journey to wellness begins here. Elevate yourself at Mind Garage

06/11/2025

The Connecting Circle 🌀 An 8-week, trauma-informed healing programme at Kula, Muriwai Beach (ocean views, quiet vibes). Designed for ACC kiritaki to gently reconnect with body, nervous system + inner wisdom.
What’s inside: • Trauma-informed yoga & mindful movement • Grounding breathwork + nervous-system regulation • Creative expression & reflective circle work • Heart-opening connection in a safe, supportive group
Facilitators: Ampara Bouwens — Clinical Psychologist Luisa Schreiber — Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher & Wellness Practitioner
When: Tuesdays, 2–4pm (4 terms across 2026) Where: Muriwai Beach
ACC referrals welcome (Sensitive Claims).  Spots are limited — DM or email hello@mindgarage.co.nz to refer or learn more. 🌊🧘‍♀️

13/06/2025

Think EMDR is just waving fingers in front of your face? 👋 Think again.
This powerful, science-backed therapy is helping people rewire their brains, let go of trauma, and finally feel like themselves again.

Swipe through to learn 5 things you probably didn’t know about EMDR — including how fast it can work and why it’s not just for PTSD.

📩 Ready to start your healing journey? Message us now.
We offer EMDR intensives that fast-track recovery — 9 months of therapy in just a few days.

29/05/2025

Posted • .nz 🎙 Have you checked out our new webinar, by Clinical Psychologist Sheree Crump from 🎙

“Stress, Your Body & Building Resilience” is now live and available on First Steps NZ!

In this video, Sheree walks us through the science of stress and the tools we can all use to better manage it... especially when it starts to show up physically. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, physically tense, or mentally foggy then this episode is for you.

🎥 Watch the full webinar now via First Steps NZ:
👉 https://firststeps.nz/resources/video-library/ (or click the link in our bio)

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04/04/2025

Curious about Horse-Assisted Therapy? One of our amazing therapists offers this powerful, grounding approach. If you’re keen to explore it, get in touch—we’d love to help you connect

21/03/2025

Posted • Another intensive EMDR programme completed!

Such a privilege to work with incredible people who show immense courage and trust in the healing process. Witnessing deep breakthroughs and transformation is always inspiring. Honoured to be part of these journeys of resilience and strength.

19/03/2025

Posted • One of our team members on the intensive programme—perfectly mirroring how to chill. 🔥🐈

11/03/2025

Introducing New Zealand’s first residential EMDR intensive programme! Experience transformative trauma treatment with Turning Tides’ immersive, evidence-based approach. Our programmes combine therapies like EMDR and Prolonged Exposure with activities such as surfing, waka ama, boxing, and yoga, offering a holistic path to healing. Begin your journey towards well-being today. Go to www.turningtides.co.nz to learn more …

29/01/2025

Posted • .nz Feeling anxious? You’re not alone. Anxiety is a natural response to perceived danger, but when it lingers, it can affect daily life.

Our latest article, “Understanding Anxiety: Practical Tools for Finding Calm in Everyday Life”, by Clinical Psychologist Sian Morgan, explores:

🧠 What anxiety is and why it happens
⚠️ Signs to look out for
🛠 Tools to manage it, like breathing exercises, mindfulness, and gentle movement

Small changes can make a big difference. Visit our First Steps NZ website to read the full article and start finding calm today.

📲 Click the link in our bio or head to: https://firststeps.nz/popular-resources/

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21/12/2024

Posted • .nz 🎄✨ Thriving Through the Holidays: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Stress and Finding Joy - by Ampara Bouwens ✨🎄

The holidays can be a beautiful time of connection and celebration—but they can also bring stress, societal expectations, and complex family dynamics. Our latest article, "Thriving Through the Holidays: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Stress and Finding Joy", is here to help you embrace the season with balance and intention.

🌟 What you’ll learn:

▶ The psychology behind holiday stress.
▶ How to set boundaries and manage expectations.
▶ Practical mindfulness and gratitude exercises.
▶ Cognitive strategies for reframing negative thoughts.

This guide is packed with evidence-based tools to help you navigate challenges and focus on what truly matters this season.

Click the URL below, or the link in our bio, to visit the FirstStepsNZ Website and read the full article now:
https://firststeps.nz/popular-resources/

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31/10/2024

The recent catastrophic floods in Spain have exposed the vulnerabilities of our current neoliberal economic system.

It’s time to confront the truth—enough damage has been done. These disasters were predictable over 30 years ago. Let that sink in.

20/10/2024

Posted • .co 🧠 Do you have questions about mental health and wellbeing? 🧠

In an upcoming episode of The Brave and The Wild Podcast, I’ll be joined by our mental health partner, Clinical Psychologist Ampara Bouwens, founder of

Ampara’s no stranger to the tough stuff—she’s got years of experience supporting people from all walks of life (including me) and helping them navigate everything from anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma and more. We’re getting together to discuss some of the mental health and wellbeing questions that you want answers to.

This episode is all about the EWYK community. We want to hear your questions, whether they’re big, small, or somewhere in between. Feel free to ask them in the comments, send a DM to keep it private, or even email me directly at tim@eatwhatyoukill.co

The recent EWYK community survey highlighted the need for more mental health support, and this is just one of the first ways we’re aiming to deliver (this won’t be a one-off). Remember, there’s no stigma here, just open conversations that matter.

Your question could be related to yourself, or to assist you in supporting a loved one, friend or colleague.

💬 Drop your questions below, send a DM, or email tim@eatwhayoukill.co - if you don’t have a question - please share this post, you never know who may have something they’d like discussed.

Cheers,

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