Hi! I’m Maxine, I am a counsellor for trauma, grief, loss and addiction. I am qualified in Swedish massage therapy and a practitioner in aromatherapy and Bach Flower remedies. I have 
cared for people with Dementia and last stages of terminal diseases.

My Vision

“Problems are meant to be resolved, don’t carry them through your life. Have a clear plan, small steps towards your goal, be patient and never give up”.

During these current difficult times, people are feeling more isolated. Many people have lost their routine or even their jobs and wake up feeling lethargic and without zest for life. They feel stuck and struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

My Aim

The aim is for my clients to feel safe and to empower them to live a life with joy. They will be given the tools to create a positive future.

I also want to promote the importance of a positive self-image. Due to our lack of normal routine from COVID restrictions, many of us have decreased our effort in looking after ourselves. We do not need to put on our usual makeup, we can wash our hair less regularly, we can stay in our pyjamas the whole day and we generally shy away from looking at ourselves in the mirror. Sadly, there is no positive self-talk or relaying of positive messages to push us along.

It’s time to say to yourself – “I will look after myself – I deserve this!” and I am here to help with this new path!

The Lift I Need

$1,500 will be able to help me start my counselling and wellness programs.

My Counselling program

The counselling will include a set program of sessions that will focus on:

Dementia Grief – Supporting families who have loved ones suffering from Dementia.

Anticipatory Grief – The feelings of grief that loved ones feel before the loss of a loved one.

Addictions/Dependence – We are stuck in our bubbles (literally) and sadly this has increased addictive behaviour.

Do you know, that 1 in 3 women are currently addicted to pornography.

Pornography addiction is a silent addiction, and I want women to feel safe knowing that they can ask for help.

My Wellness program

My wellness program will focus on two components Facial Yoga and Emotional Freedom Technique. My weekly 20 minutes zoom classes will combine both these two techniques, not only for women, but men can join in too!

1. Facial Yoga

Yes, you heard right – Facial Yoga is an amazing technique for the face and neck. It’s just like going to the gym or yoga classes. Facial Yoga works the muscles in the face to keep them firm and keep those nasty wrinkles at bay!

2. Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

EFT also known as tapping – you tap the body with your fingers. It is psychological acupressure. It is very similar to acupuncture as it uses the meridians on your body to improve your emotional health and wellbeing.

The funding will support:

• Refurbished computer
• Website development
• Counselling Insurance
• Legal agreements
• Accounting
• Marketing

Donation:

Thank you for helping me towards my new path!

I believe in paying it forward. You may know of someone who needs help or a pick me up during these difficult times. You can give a gift to that special person! Or you may need it yourself.

So, if you donate more than $30, there are 2 gift choices:

1. 20-minute counselling session OR
2. Join in for 2 sessions of my 20 minute weekly wellness classes