How You Can Work With Us.
Let's Begin Your Journey.
"Healing doesn't happen in the head. It happens in the body. It happens in the way we feel our way back to ourselves, the way we recover our belonging to each other and to the earth."
PRENTIS HEMPHILL
Let's Transform Together.
See Monique's Professional Services and Bundles.
Somatic Experiencing® + Attachment Therapy
For shock or developmental trauma where events and relationships at any stage of life have caused distress, disconnection or overwhelm and may have impacted physical or mental health.
NeuroAffective Touch®
For early infant and childhood attachment disruptions and trauma we work gently together with your nervous system, organs, joints, tendons, fascia & muscles where trauma is stored to realign, release and nurture your mindbody.
Jungian Sandplay Therapy
For those who want to get to the core of their trauma, Sandplay is a gentle yet powerful depth psychotherapeutic practice conducted over a series of sessions that incorporates embodied mindfulness, creativity & symbolism to uncover your internal resources and align with your Self. A picture speaks a thousand words.
Somatic Experiencing® + Attachment Therapy
Monique is a certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitoner and is trained in Dynamic Attachment Repattering Experience (DARe) to support you to initially build internal safety and resources. We will explore what did happen that should not have happened, and what didn't happen that should have happened. When a good foundation is built, we can start to process deeper wounds that are causing your trauma symptoms (anxiety/depression/illness). When patterns have been revealed and integrated, we can move into reclaiming the life you deserve with greater autonomy and authenticity.
- In-person and online sessions available (email Monique before booking to check availability)
- Available for Womxn
- Minimum of 6 sessions suggested (see bundle below for best value)
60 mins - $160.00
Book Now
NeuroAffective Touch®
NeuroAffective Touch® is a gentle, somatic therapy that emphasizes the integration of touch and emotional awareness to support healing and regulation of the nervous system. This approach is particularly effective in addressing developmental trauma, as it helps you to access preverbal states where early emotional experiences and stresses are often stored. By combining consensual and mindful touch with insights from neurobiology, NeuroAffective Touch® fosters safety and trust, allowing you to reconnect with your body, process unresolved feelings and enhance self-regulation. This method nurtures emotional resilience and cultivates a deeper mind-body connection, facilitating profound healing and well-being. These gentle sessions incorporate heated pillows to support and soften bracing patterns held in the muscles, tissues, tendons, joints, organs and fascia of the body and can be experienced lying down on a table, fully clothed, or sitting in a chair.
- In-person sessions only
- Available for Womxn
- Minimum of 6 sessions suggested (see bundle below for best value)
60 - 75 mins - $160.00
Book Now
Jungian Sandplay Therapy
A picture speaks a thousand words!
Jungian Sandplay Therapy is a gentle, non-verbal, psychoanalytic approach that allows you, or your child, to create and explore your internal world within the 'free and protected space' of a sandtray, facilitating expression of complex, and often unconscious, emotions and experiences. This Self-activating process engages you in a tactile, felt experience that accesses and activates your internal resources, promoting long-term healing and transformation. By working with symbolic figurines, sand and water you can connect with your unconscious, process trauma and integrate protective, outcast and vulenrable parts of your psyche. Sandplay Therapy conducted in a safe and nurturing environment, empowers you to navigate your inner world, fostering emotional regulation, deeper insight and mindbody integration.
- In-person sessions only
- Available for both Womxn & Children (6+ years)
- Minimum of 6 sessions required (see bundle below for best value)
- 2 - 5 day intensives available on request
60 mins - $160.00
Book Now
See Monique's Bundles.
Get Ready to Transform.
The therapeutic modalities I offer are holistic, evidence-based and designed to resolve trauma and promote deep, lasting transformation for psychological, emotional and physical health related challenges. Grounded in the work of trauma pioneers like Dr Peter Levine, Dr Bessel van der Kolk, Dr Stephen Porges, Dr Aline LaPierre and the famous Jungian Psychoanalyst Dora Kalff, they combine the latest neuroscience with ancient healing traditions. These approaches focus on the body’s innate intelligence to release stress and restore balance, addressing the root cause of dysregulation that lead to symptoms such as anxiety, depression and chronic pain. Unlike traditional top-down methods that focus on the thinking mind (talk therapy), symbolic, creative and somatic-based therapies utilize a bottom-up approach, recognizing that 80% of neurological signals originate in the body and travel up to the brain, shaping our experiences. By engaging with these bodily signals, somatic therapies help you safely unwind and release stuck energies, nurturing a deeper connection with your authentic Self and achieving profound healing.
At no point during your sessions will anything be done to you. Instead, you will be invited to actively engage with the processes offered, empowering you to trust your 'yes' and express your 'no'. Your choices will be fully welcomed and respected, ensuring that all sessions feel safe and are personalized to align with your individual goals for growth and healing. For optimal trauma healing support, six sessions are recommended as a minimum.
Somatic Experiencing® & Attachment Therapy + Nurture Your Nervous System Program
$1,200.00
6 x 1 hour sessions + 21 Day Online Program
Book NowNeuroAffective Touch® Table Sessions + Nurture Your Nervous System Program
$1,200.00
6 x 1 hour sessions + 21 Day Online Program
Book NowBe Nurtured.
See Dr Evan's Professional Services.
Lomilomi Massage
Lomilomi massage is a traditional Hawaiian healing practice that uses long, flowing strokes and rhythmic movements to promote deep relaxation, release tension and restore balance in the body and spirit.
Yoga for Empowerment
Yoga for Empowerment is a transformative trauma-informed practice that combines physical postures, breathwork and mindfulness to enhance self-awareness, build resilience and cultivate a strong sense of inner strength and agency.
NeuroAffective Touch®
For early infant and childhood attachment disruptions and trauma we work gently together with your nervous system, organs, joints, tendons, fascia & muscles where trauma is stored to realign, release and nurture your mindbody.
Lomilomi Massage
Lomilomi is a traditional Hawai’ian massage that employs a holistic approach to healing, integrating physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects. Grounded in the principle of ‘aloha’—unconditional love and acceptance—Lomilomi creates a safe, sacred space where individuals can fully relax and transform. Characterized by its intuitive touch, we listen deeply to the body’s cues, responding with presence and intention. Givers utilize long, flowing strokes to release blockages and facilitate the flow of energy throughout the body, fostering a deep sense of rejuvenation and balance. Each session is uniquely tailored to you, the receiver, ensuring a personalized experience that addresses your specific needs. This compassionate, nurturing technique not only aids in relaxation but also facilitates a reconnection with your body and authentic self. As a result, Lomilomi becomes a profound offering for healing and harmony, guiding you on a journey of self-discovery and well-being.
- In-person only (email Evan to book an appointment)
- Available for all bodies
90 mins - $90.00
Book Now
Yoga for Empowerment
Yoga for Empowerment is a trauma-informed practice designed to support individuals in reclaiming their strength, healing and sense of agency. It combines mindful movement, breathwork and meditation to create a safe and supportive environment for those who have experienced trauma, stress or emotional challenges. This practice encourages self-awareness, body acceptance and resilience, helping participants reconnect with their bodies at their own pace. Suitable for anyone seeking empowerment, it is especially beneficial for survivors of trauma, those experiencing anxiety or chronic stress and anyone looking to deepen their self-care and healing journey.
Classes are held weekly each term on Mondays at 6pm in our Safe Haven Studio in Diddillibah.
- In-person sessions only
- Available for all bodies
60 - 75 mins - $20.00
Book Now
NeuroAffective Touch®
NeuroAffective Touch® is a gentle, somatic therapy that emphasizes the integration of touch and emotional awareness to support healing and regulation of the nervous system. This approach is particularly effective in addressing developmental trauma, as it helps individuals access preverbal states where early emotional experiences and stresses are often stored. By combining consensual and mindful touch with insights from neurobiology, NeuroAffective Touch® fosters safety and trust, allowing clients to reconnect with their bodies, process unresolved feelings and enhance self-regulation. This method nurtures emotional resilience and cultivates a deeper mind-body connection, facilitating profound healing and well-being. These gentle sessions incorporate heated pillows to support and soften bracing patterns held in the muscles, tissues , tendons, joints and fascia of the body and are experienced lying down on a table, fully clothed.
- In-person sessions only
- Available for all bodies
60 mins - $120.00
Coming Soon
Testimonials.
Let Others Inspire You.
"What a treat it is take a yoga class with Evan. I knew from the first moment of the first class that I was in safe, caring hands. They took time to check in with each of us about any injuries or physical limitations and, throughout the class, offered personalised alternatives to the Asanas to accommodate all levels of experience and ability.
For me, their classes are delivered at a perfect pace. Their warm, encouraging manner facilitates deep personal connection throughout the practice and a gentle unfurling in my body as my edges are met with curiosity and compassion. All this is modelled in Evan’s extraordinary calming presence."
Victoria Roubin
"Dearest Monique,
I’ve been thinking of you sitting with me all those times of sharing my grief and felt so deeply grateful for who you have been for me, and for SO MANY. Your work is so incredibly important. Recently I felt you near me with your beautiful presence and I visualised you picking up all the broken pieces of a blue clay bowl that represented me and my shattered bits. You were on the floor with me picking up each piece, gently and respectfully saying that you were here to gather the pieces and put them back into my hands to put together again. It was a powerful vision, and I wanted to share it with you. That’s the impact you have. Your therapeutic presence remains embodied in me years after our work together. You are the benevolent presence that all of us wounded birds need. I hope you can feel all my love and gratitude right now. Thankyou."
Betsy Hanson
Blog Posts.
Gain Deeper Perspective.
Join Our Mailing List & Receive a Free Copy of Your Parasympathetic Health & Wellness Guide.
Discover practical tips for nurturing your well-being and reconnecting with your body's natural calm. Sign up now and take the first step towards a more balanced, harmonious life.
