“You become. It takes a long time. That’s why it doesn’t happen often to people who break easily, or have sharp edges, or who have to be carefully kept. Generally, by the time you are real, most of your hair has been loved off, and your eyes drop out and you get loose in the joints and very shabby. But these things don’t matter at all, because once you are real you can’t be ugly, except to people who don’t understand.”
- APA. Williams, M. (2004). The Velveteen Rabbit. Egmont Books.
Renee Cassidy
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker/Counsellor
EMDRRA Accredited Practitioner
Our counselling services are committed to enhancing the well-being of individuals by providing evidence-based techniques and tools designed to address life’s challenges effectively.
The services we provide include:
Trauma recovery - For individuals affected by trauma, tasks that were once simple and routine—such as maintaining focus, engaging in social activities, or participating in hobbies—can evolve into significant challenges. The nervous system, unable to achieve maintain social engagement, responds as though previous experiences are continuing to occur, resulting in avoidance, emotional exhaustion, and isolation.
Emotional dysregulation occurs when unresolved trauma interferes with the ability to process and manage emotions effectively. This disruption often results in heightened stress levels within the nervous system, culminating in persistent states of hypervigilance. Such heightened alertness, driven by an exaggerated perception of threats, contributes to considerable strain on overall mental and physical health.
Counselling offers a structured and empathetic environment in which individuals can address the emotional dysregulation stemming from traumatic experiences. By utilising therapeutic methodologies tailored to the unique circumstances of each individual, counselling aims to restore emotional balance, enhance nervous system functionality, and foster resilience.
We also provide counselling to assist with:
Emotional regulation, developing healthy boundaries, build self esteem and self worth, increase confidence, enhance personal development and manage life stressors.
Anxiety, depression and stress.
Sleep issues.
Couples counselling - support to resolve interpersonal issues within your relationship to enhance communication, connection and resolve issues that arise throughout the lifespan of your relationship.
Grief and loss - navigate loss, separation, or divorce with compassionate support.
Therapeutic Modalities
Our practice integrates a range of evidence-based therapeutic methodologies to ensure the highest standard of care. These include:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Systemic Family Therapy, Deep Brain Reorienting, Ego State Therapy, Somatic Integrative Processing, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Our approach is trauma-informed, prioritising safety, trust, and collaboration.
Furthermore, we provide neuroaffirming support to ensure inclusive and empowering care for all individuals.
A Collaborative Path to Recovery
You do not need to face the challenges of life in isolation. Counselling serves as an invaluable resource to assist in recovery from past life experiences as well as current stressors, enabling individuals and couples to reclaim the life you aspire to lead.
With appropriate support via evidence based practices, as well as psychoeducation, skills and strategies, it is possible to recover from the effects of trauma and stress and attain renewed strength and move toward a fulfilling and balanced life.
Reach out today to learn more about how counselling can assist in alleviating hypervigilance, stabilising the nervous system, and empowering you to thrive across all parts of life.
Together, we can build a foundation for enduring well-being and meaningful growth.
Contact:
Renee Cassidy (AMHSW/AASW), EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner
Location: Suite 9/Level 1, 21 Napolean Promenade, VASSE WA 6280
M: 0484 144 417
E: renee@justnotice.com.au
F: 089 712 0021
Medicare Rebates Available
NDIS Provider