Counselling
Counselling is offered at our Nowra Centre, and at our outreach location in Ulladulla. Counselling is provided by committed social workers, delivering support that is trauma-informed, safe and respectful, working beside women in their healing and recovery journey.
Counsellors draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to assist women to enhance their mental health and wellbeing. Women seek counselling to address a variety of issues that includes relationship boundaries and challenges, Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, low self-esteem and navigating life’s changes.
Art Therapy
Art therapy, is a therapeutic practice that uses creative expression, through various art forms, helping individuals to explore their feelings and experiences, particularly when these are difficult to express in words.
The focus in art therapy is the creative process and expression, not the quality of the artwork, so you don’t need artistic skills to do it.
Art therapy can help soothe and calm the nervous system, and improve self-esteem and confidence.
Counselling/ art therapy clients have a choice to either do some art or not, in every session, so there is no pressure to create in every session.
Financial Counselling
Financial Counselling is a free, confidential and non-judgmental service that can assist those in financial difficulty to explore their financial options. This includes providing information and advice on creating sustainable budgets, planning for changes in income and expenses, setting goals and managing debt, including advocating for you with creditors.
Massage/Reiki
Massage helps relieve body stresses and may improve mobility and musculoskeletal function. Reiki (universal life energy) is a non-intrusive method of hands-on healing which may assist the body and mind to achieve a greater sense of wellbeing. Massage is available 3 days per week on a priority basis. Reiki is available on request.
Naturopathy
Naturopathy is a holistic system of healthcare that focuses on prevention, self-healing, and the promotion of overall well-being through natural therapies such as plant based herbal medicine, nutrition, diet and lifestyle. Rather than diagnosing or treating disease, naturopathy seeks to identify and address the underlying causes or patterns of imbalance in the body. The goal is to restore optimal health, improve quality of life, and support your body’s natural ability to heal.
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Our naturopath can provide you with personalised advice and support for a broad range of health symptoms, conditions, and goals. Naturopathic health care may help you if you:
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Feel tired or run down
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Want to improve your overall health and wellbeing and age with health and vitality.
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Don't know what to eat, are confused by conflicting nutritional information.
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Have digestive issues such as gas, wind, bloating, reflux, diarrhoea or constipation
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Have frequent infections, such as respiratory viruses or thrush
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Feel stressed, anxious, or depressed
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Have sleeping difficulties
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Have allergies or intolerances
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Have problem periods, fertility issues, Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome, perimenopause or menopausal symptoms.
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Have chronic health conditions, such as arthritis, diabetes, chronic fatigue or pain, headaches, autoimmune conditions or skin conditions
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Weight problems, fatty liver.
Therapies may include:
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Herbal medicine
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Nutritional medicine
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Dietary and lifestyle guidance
Appointments are approximately 1 hour in length​
Prescription products are additional and tailored to your budget
Workshops
We run a variety of workshops on different topics, such as:
-Women’s wisdom
-Financial wellbeing
-Emotional and physical wellbeing
-Nutrition and Digestive health
-Health Promotion
Women’s Health Nurse
A Women’s Health Nurse from the Local Health District provides outreach twice a month. Women can access services including cervical screening, breast checks and education/information on a variety of issues including contraception, PMS, menopause and STIs.
To make an appointment with the WHN phone 0401 991 684
Menopause Clinic
Women who are experiencing challenging symptoms of menopause and perimenopause can get support at our Menopause Service.
This service complements care from your GP. You will have a comprehensive and holistic assessment, including guidance and support for:
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manage challenging symptoms of menopause
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bone health for the management of osteoporosis and prevention of fractures
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lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke
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supporting mental health and well-being
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management of weight and lifestyle
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managing urinary problems
Legal Clinic (pro bon0)
Liz Parnell, the Principal of Parnell + Brien Solicitors is offering free legal advice for SWHC clients in the following areas:
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Family Law
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Property & Parenting
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Conveyancing
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Wills & Estates - Wills, Power of Attorney, Enduring Guardian and Estate Dispute
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Each appointment is 40 minutes, giving women the opportunity to discuss their legal issues in a supportive environment. Liz will help you understand the law and identify the next steps needed to resolve your legal issues.
Free will and estate planning documents for women facing financial challenges (women receiving a full aged pension, disability support/disability pension or Newstart allowance).
Pregnancy Options
Pregnancy options and referrals are supported by this Centre.