Ms Linda Sawrey
Counsellor, Psychotherapist
Nurtured by Nature Psychotherapy
Flying Fox, QLD 4275
In Person + Online Therapy
Philosophy & Vision
My focus is supporting people to discover their true self through exploration in a safe and nurturing environment. I have a deep connection with nature and all it offers and utilise the wisdom and energy of nature in my therapy practice. My practice caters for all ages, individuals, couples, family or groups and offers online, face to face room based, walk and talk, nature and equine therapy.
Background
As Linda grew up, her passion for caring for others led her down the path to first become a nurse, and then a psychotherapist. She has dedicated the last 30 years of her life to providing care and support for Patients / Clients, Family and staff. She now has 3 adult sons, 2 precious grandchildren and lives with her partner on their Quarter Horse stud, Ricinda Ranch in the Gold Coast hinterland.
Services
My practice is based in the Gold Coast Hinterland and includes a unique experience of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. I cover all aspects of Psychotherapy with a particular interest in trauma, eating disorders, domestic violence, working with families, anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Master of Gestalt Therapy - 2018 - Gestalt Therapy Brisbane
- Master of Business Administration - 2014 - University of Southern Queensland
Modalities
Animal Assisted Therapy - Art Therapy - Experiential - Gestalt - Inner Child - Marriage and Family - Mindfulness - Trauma-Informed
Professional Associations
- Gestalt Australia & New Zealand
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
Practice Locations
278 Flying Fox Rd
Flying Fox QLD 4275
Parking available onsite as Linda's practice is located in the Gold Coast Hinterland. Walk and Talk & nature sessions are available throughout the Gold Coast Area.
Appointments
Flexible appointment times including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
Fees & Insurance
Fees are $120 per hour.
Payment Options
Cash, PayPal, and bank transfer.
Contact Linda
Please contact me to make an appointment
A conversation with Linda Sawrey
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Significant family illnesses which changed my world overnight as a teenager, set my path towards caring and supporting. Firstly I went into nursing and specialised in Patient Safety and Quality. Trying to make the world a better place for those that needed help the most was core to my soul.
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It's really for me about discovery and creating awareness of who we are, right now in this moment. That was huge for me as I was so task and goal orientated. I have now completely changed my view on this are focus on what is, rather on so many things we try to be. It has changed my world remarkably and I live in so much more inner peace now. The hardest person I ever had to deal with was myself and how I treated my own self. I have such a more gentle approach now.
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Pretty much everything as I go along my journey. Healing is really about learning and growth. I'm fascinated on how some people go through extraordinary experiences yet are able to pick themselves up, dust themselves off and go forward and blossom. Yet I have see others that let even small things rob themselves of true happiness and love all their lives. They just get stuck and can't seem to get out. I really enjoy rolling up my sleeves and helping them find a way out to a new enriched life.
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I have a flexible, individual client approach to my therapy practice. So will work in a range of different ways which is lead by my clients. I'm less of a talking therapist and find that getting out of our traditional based room approaches works so much better. I use art, equine, nature and range of other modalities.
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In every moment along the way. We focus so much on the end goal that we completely miss the journey so for me its about slowing down and noticing the tiny moments of sunlight as they glint through.
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It has opened my heart to others and gave me trust in people again.
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Walking the path of discovery with the people who cross my path. The enrichment of life that occurs as we learn about each other.
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Everyday as my hair is very very long, wild and a mind of its own.
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Disconnection with nature and all it has to offer.
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Nature inspires me every day. Watching the wonders of life and all its beauty.