G'day, I’m Justine. I’m a Peer Support Practitioner and Counsellor, and I’m all about helping people feel more confident in their everyday lives.
So what’s a “Lived Experience Practitioner”?
It’s kind of like when you go to the doctor. You tell them what’s wrong (like, “my leg’s sore”), and they tell you what’s going on and how they can help fix it. Simple, right?
As a Peer Support Practitioner, it’s similar but a bit more personal. We work together to figure out what’s going wrong, where it’s happening, and what we can do to work through it together. It’s all about supporting you in finding the best way forward.
I reckon everyone’s got the strength to grow and heal — sometimes, they just need the right support. When we work together, we’ll keep it simple and practical. We’ll focus on strategies to help you feel more grounded, tougher, and confident in yourself and your independence.
I’m a Level 2 Counsellor, registered with the ACA, and I offer a relaxed, no-judgment space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you. I especially like working with blokes and teens, but I’m happy to have a yarn with anyone who needs someone to listen and walk alongside them. I’ve got a solid background in healthy relationships and domestic violence education, and I’m passionate about helping people take back control of their lives.