​Hello and welcome to Connexions Counselling.

​Would you like to learn more about the connection between your past stress, trauma or abuse on your current experiences as well as repeating negative patterns in your life? 

I use mind-body techniques like Emotional Freedom Techniques, breath work and mindfulness together with traditional counselling techniques including Solution Focused therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, to help you identify and reduce painful emotions related to stress and trauma. ​I can help you clarify your goals and release feelings like grief, fear, shame and anger that may be stopping you from moving forward. So you can get on with living your life.  ​


My approach

​My particular area of interest is the mind-body connection and impact of emotional stress and trauma on physical and mental health and well-being. Working from a trauma informed approach, I provide a space that helps people feel safe and supported to move forward from stressful life experiences so they can cope more effectively and create positive change in their lives.   
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​Trauma is not just an event that took place sometime in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on mind, brain, and body.
― Bessel A. van der Kolk

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​Expressive art techniques

If you are someone who prefers to express themselves creatively or perhaps finds it too difficult or painful to talk about your experiences, then be sure to ask about the option of using expressive art techniques. These techniques provide a way to safely explore emotions and memories and get to the core of the issue without necessarily needing to talk about the event or concern. No art experience is needed as the process is about self-expression rather than creating a piece of art. ​​​​​

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​If you are ready to move forward in your life, contact me today to book an appointment or find out more. I look forward to connecting with you. .

 
Karen Northey
​Counsellor 
​Social Worker
EFT Practitioner (Emotional Freedom Techniques)
Registered NDIS provider for Counselling and Social Work services

Bachelor of Social Work
Post Graduate in Loss, Grief and Trauma Counselling
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Level Two


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