Hi, I’m Holly, your compassionate and dedicated wedding counsellor who is committed to making your wedding planning process a happy and relaxed experience and to show you how to remove bridal anxiety.
During my career, I have been a compassionate advocate for women, providing support to individuals of all ages facing mental health issues, domestic violence, homelessness, and social isolation. Through my experiences, I have witnessed the immense impact of challenging life transitions such as marriage, relationship breakdown, having children, and changing careers on women’s lives. However, it was my work in the wedding industry that opened my eyes to the distinct challenges that brides encounter when planning their weddings.
Planning a wedding should be one of the most exciting times of your life, right?
So why have you gone from “Yes” to “Stress”?
It can be difficult trying to navigate through all the emotions and uncertainties that come with organising you’re wedding. From being in the wedding industry for over 15 years working with hundreds of brides to be, I can empathise with the pressures, anxieties, and emotional complexities that brides navigate during this significant life event.
I have seen the struggle with managing the emotional rollercoaster of coordinating vendors, managing guest lists, sticking to a budget and keeping everyone happy while maintaining a loving relationship with their partner.
I also understand firsthand the challenges of planning a wedding, and the feeling of overwhelm. I just know that with the emotional support and guidance of a dedicated therapist, the process would have been much easier, and much more enjoyable for me.
I have a master’s in counselling and a degree in applied science, majoring in health promotion and family. I am also a member of the Australian Counselling Association and volunteer at the Women’s Information and Referral Exchange.
1. You may be surprised to learn:
I spend many weekends chauffeuring brides and grooms in a 1968 Shelby GT500E Eleanor Mustang
2.The quality that makes me successful:
My calming nature and passion for connecting with others
3. When I’m not working, you can find me:
Socialising with friends, family, or planning my next travel adventure.
4. The best Advice I can offer you:
Stay true to yourself and your values, even when faced with uncertainty
Having two beautiful children, and meeting my granddaughter
6. the best part about my wedding:
Celebrating it in a way that was right for me and my partner.
My expertise is in nurturing and encouraging people facing various challenges and have a particular interest in addressing the unique issues that can arise during wedding planning.
My goal in showing you how to remove bridal anxiety, is to empower you, fostering a sense of trust, respect, and confidence in yourself and your decision-making. Through a collaborative approach, we will address the issues holding you back, working together to navigate your wedding planning process.
In our sessions, I will create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express your fears, aspirations, and concerns related to wedding planning. I will listen wholeheartedly and provide validation, offering relief and understanding.
Please review my services and see how we can work together.
Acknowledgment of Country
We respect and honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present, and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions, and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on this land and commit to building a brighter future together.
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