Bright Feathers Counselling & Consulting

05/06/2026

I've just bought my ticket to the Evolve Hub fundraising lunch next Friday at Brown Sugar, Warners Bay.

I know there are still a few seats available, so if anyone would like to come and have lunch with me, I'd love the company!

The food is excellent, the cause is important, and apparently I've been trusted with a microphone to say a few words on behalf of the Evolve Hub Partners.

What could possibly go wrong? 😆

And if you're not able to come, I'd absolutely love it if you could like and share the post because we definitely have room for more guests. Everyone is welcome! Come for the delicious food, meaningful conversations and know that part of your $75 2-course lunch fee will be helping vulnerable people in our community 💕

04/05/2026

I had a great conversation with Trish Pellen from the Australian Hypnosis Conference unpacking what neuroaffirming hypnotherapy actually looks like in practice… from pacing and language to how we adapt our approach for ADHD and autistic clients.

This isn’t just about one modality of hypnotherapy… it’s the direction I believe therapy as a whole needs to move in.

If you’re working with neurodivergent clients, or you are ND yourself, this might resonate.

Tickets are still available for November 7–8 if you feel like coming along… to learn, connect, and maybe quietly cheer me on!

15/04/2026

Thanks to the Evolve Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub, I’m offering free first counselling sessions for new clients (while funding lasts).

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out but haven’t taken that step yet, this is a really gentle place to start.

📍 Tues & Fri in Charlestown
💻 Wed & Thurs online or walk and talk

No pressure to continue, just a chance to see if it feels like the right fit.

Message me or book via the link if you’re interested 💬

13/03/2026

Something exciting arrived in the mail! My ticket for the Australian Hypnosis Conference 2026. I'm thrilled to be attending as a speaker this year, talking about neuro-affirming therapy. 🧠✨
I can’t wait to share insights and strategies that really work with neurodivergent clients and explore new ways to make therapy more inclusive.

Who else is going? Would love to connect at the conference!

If you're a hypnotherapist or counsellor friend of mine and you're thinking about coming, hit me up and I can tell you about my experiences at the conference. This will be my 3rd time at AHC and it's truly amazing 🤩

27/01/2026

Being overwhelmed or stuck in unhelpful patterns doesn’t mean something is wrong with you.

Often it just means you’ve been coping without the right kind of support.

That distinction matters more than people realise 💕🪶

03/12/2025

A small update I’m really happy to share…

I’m now working from the Evolve Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub in Charlestown on Tuesdays, offering counselling, hypnotherapy and educational consulting.

Evolve is a calm and community-centred space that focuses on supporting people through life’s harder moments with compassion and dignity. It feels like a natural fit for the way I work: gentle, collaborative and grounded.

If you’ve been thinking about starting counselling, I offer a complimentary 30 minute initial consultation on Tuesdays (over the phone or in person at Charlestown). It is simply a relaxed chance to meet, settle in and see whether you feel comfortable working together. No pressure. Just a soft place to begin.

If you would like to book a time or ask any questions, feel free to reach out.

16/11/2024

Ever felt like your therapist didn’t quite see the ‘real you’? I know how tough it can be to find that connection. If you’ve been there, give a thumbs up👍️, or comment💬 if you’d like to share what helped you finally find the right support

07/11/2024

NDIS approved counselling support for children, teenagers, and their parents. You can book a free 15 minute chat with me to find out how I can help support you and/or your child.

03/11/2024

If you or a loved one are struggling with anxiety then you might find this short article useful

Discover how counselling can help manage anxiety with effective strategies, support, and tools for NDIS disability counselling Newcastle

14/06/2022

Have you been trying to lose weight with no success? Or maybe you’re sick of the yo-yo diets and feel like any changes you make are only ever temporary?

Hypnosis can help you to lose weight and create the body you desire because it taps into different areas of the brain responsible for your habits. Imagine waking up feeling empowered, in control, motivated and driven to enjoy healthy portions of delicious and nutritious foods and engage in enjoyable exercise that gets your heart pumping. If you can imagine it then we can work on it together and make your vision become your reality.

Check out my article about one of the techniques I offer in my weight loss programs, called Gastric Band Hypnosis. You might have heard about it before. This article explains how it works in real life and how it works in hypnotherapy.
https://www.melsebastian.com/post/gastric-band-hypnosis