I attended Sandy's sessions initially for marriage counselling by the request from my wife at the time, and since then I have had endless growth in personal appointments. I had no expectations probably only reservations and through counselling with Sandy my entire life has changed so much for the better in so many different ways, I value her support immensely. I have noticed far less stress in my life, I have tools for coping, I’ve managed to beat a gambling addiction, problems with infidelity and low self worth. I have seen massive improvements is all aspects of my life. Absolutely would and have recommended her many times. Sandy continues to help me through all the challenges life throws and I am a better father, man and person because of what I’ve learned through sessions with her. I am studying to become a Counsellor and hopefully have even half the impact Sandy has in her career.
M. 36 y/o man
I was invited by a friend to attend the Go Deeper workshop, which was great timing for me. I particularly enjoyed the small group atmosphere and felt very safe. It was fun at times too. Hearing other people share and being vulnerable was encouraging for me. I will take away the importance of acknowledging the obstacles in my thinking and early childhood labels which I need to let go of. A very big thanks for putting this workshop together.
Go Deeper participant
What Clients are Saying. . .
Stories of people doing the work of personal growth and putting the pieces of their lives back together
My church referred me to her as I went to my Senior Pastor for help and the church had a couple of free sessions. I used those sessions, then continued paying to see Sandy. Sandy was very welcoming and gentle for my situation/circumstances. As we got to know each other more through our sessions, I got comfortable to share more & more and could trust that Sandy would be 100% honest with me and tell me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear. I have grown so much in the couple of years I have been a client of Sandy and will always recommend her. Sandy is a kind, caring & passionate woman. I am forever grateful for her and her services.
N. 29 y/o woman
Relevant and helpful information through the seminar. Really enjoyed hearing other people opening up about their struggles and seeing young people interested in encouraging. Some skills I'll remember is the important of practicing assertiveness to avoid resentment building up, don't be afraid to ask for help and modelling great emotional health for my children is valuable. Overall, an excellent day which was well presented by Sandy with relevant truth in a comfortable environment.
Living Your Life with Purpose Seminar participant
I was an alcoholic for many years. When I chose to get sober, in March 2023, I started in AA. I learnt in the rooms that alcohol wasn't a problem; it was my solution in dealing with/avoiding/numbing my trauma. Being sober meant that I had to feel the feelings that I had masked for so long. I was scared and confused and knew in myself that I needed help with my mental health in order to understand and process what and why I was thinking and feeling, my brain was scattered. After speaking with Sandy we began our sessions. I'd had counselling in the past, but only in my times of desperation, for that moment, never really getting to the core of my mental health struggles, partly because I wasn't entirely honest, and perhaps I wasn't in a place where I would allow myself to be vulnerable and hurt again.
Sandy exceeded my expectations of counselling, she made me feel safe and heard. Someone I could trust. Be brutally honest with without fear or judgement.
Since we began our sessions, I have made huge progress, uncovering and understanding buried trauma, learning my reactions in my trauma and why it subconsciously controlled my daily life. I am a work in progress, growing every day. I'm no longer reactive and defensive. I take my time to understand situations and focus on my contribution to them and how I do or don't respond. Moments of anxiety for me now are fleeting. I'm able to catch it before it consumes me, and understand it rationally, and make the changes and put myself back in control rather than giving it to my emotions. My relationships with people have also improved. I've learnt that it was ok to end the toxic relationships that I once felt obligated to keep, and how to navigate the thoughts and feelings that comes with that. 'The Let Them Theory' book recommended by Sandy is an amazing tool that I regularly use. I absolutely would (and have) recommend Sandy to others, for all the reasons above. For me with a background in aged care, it was easy to spot people that are just 'doing the job' and those that care and are passionate about their job, Sandy is definitely the latter. And I think I felt that from the start, which is why I felt safe and trusted her. Thanks to Sandy, I now know what peace feels like.
S. 56 y/o woman
My wife asked me to go - It was helpful, good to talk with someone about problems I couldn’t work through. Just a bit of weight off my shoulders. Sandy was helpful and available, not too many Christian counsellors that I know of. I felt comfortable there.
D. 41 y/o man