Support for Stress, Burnout, Cancer & Grief
Bass Coast |Melbourne | Online
Your nervous system may be experiencing more than it was ever meant to.
Stress, burnout, cancer & grief might look different to you on the surface,
but they can often feel the same in the body...
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Overwhelming.
Heavy.
Confusing &
Exhausting.
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There is a way to feel calmer, more supported
& more like yourself again.
About Christina
I’m Christina, a Bass Coast (VIC) & Melbourne based oncology social worker & grief therapist. I work with people who are overwhelmed, carrying stress, grief, or the impact of cancer to rediscover a calmer, more grounded, sense of self.
My approach blends holistic therapies (body based) practices like EFT tapping & somatic work, supporting not just your thoughts, but your whole system to gently shift and heal so you can feel peaceful, confident and more like yourself again.
Sessions are available Online & In-Person (Bass Coast & Melbourne) .
What Support Can Look Like.
Support isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping your body and mind feel safe enough to rediscover what's already inside you. I offer support across three key areas:
When stress becomes constant,
your system doesn’t switch off. Instead it can lead to feeling:
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mentally exhausted but unable to rest
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overwhelmed by small things
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disconnected from yourself
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stuck in survival mode
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Together, we work to:
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calm your nervous system
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reduce overwhelm and anxiety
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restore energy and clarity
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build sustainable stress resilience for a better life.
A cancer experience changes everything. It can bring:
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shock and uncertainty
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fear of the unknown
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emotional & physical exhaustion
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caregiver fatigue
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recurrence worries & more.
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Support is available all through:
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diagnosis
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treatment
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caregiving
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life after treatment
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This work helps you:
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regulate emotional overwhelm
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process fears and uncertainty safely
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feel more grounded during an unpredictable times
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regain confidence & purpose.
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Grief is not something you “move on” from. It changes you.
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Whether your grief is:
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recent
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long-term
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anticipatory
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complicated
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You don’t have to struggle with it alone. Together, we gently support you to:
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process the heaviness of your loss
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reduce emotional intensity
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reconnect with yourself &
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find a way forward that honours your experience, love and needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of support do you offer for stress, grief, and cancer?
I offer one-on-one support for people experiencing stress, burnout, grief, or the emotional impact of cancer (patient, survivor or a carer). Sessions integrate evidence-informed approaches like EFT tapping, Matrix Reimprinting, and somatic practices to help calm your nervous system, process overwhelming emotions, and support you to feel more grounded and resilient.
How do I know if this support is right for me?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck and unable to think clearly, this is a good place to start. You don’t need to have everything figured out.
A free 15-minute consultation gives you the opportunity to ask me questions, understand the approach, and see if it feels like the right fit for you.
How is your approach different from traditional talk therapy?
Traditional therapy often focuses on talking through your thoughts and experiences. As stress, grief, and trauma live in the body and nervous system, my approach integrates body-based techniques, so you’re not just understanding what you’re going through, you’re helping your system feel safe enough to process insights you may have and shift them safely.
Do you work with healthcare of corporate professionals?
Absolutely. Healthcare and corporate professionals are not immune from stress. In face, frontline workers are at greater risk of burnout due to chronic stress and vicarious trauma while high performing individuals are often carrying pressure (from their environments and perceptions about self) that can lead to chronic stress & burnout. In any environment, knowing how to optimize your stress resilience is key.
Do I need to be in Bass Coast or Melbourne to work with you?
No. While I offer in-person sessions in Melbourne and Bass Coast, I also work with clients across Australia and internationally via Zoom.
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Online sessions are just as effective and allow you to access support from the comfort of your own space.
What does being a clinical social worker or clinical counsellor mean?
It means I've gained specialized knowledge & experience in working with people experiencing mental health challenges, trauma and emotional wellbeing challenges with a focus on improving emotional health and wellbeing.
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The most important thing in any supportive and therapeutic support, is that you feel safe and comfortable with the person supporting you.
Sometimes a free 15 min consult can help you know if I might be the right fit for you.