My Story
Hello, I'm Natalie and I have 20 years of professional mental health experience in Australia, Vietnam and the U.K. From a background in youth support and education, my work in the area of perinatal and family wellbeing was a result of my own challenging experiences while becoming a new parent overseas, and I later trained as a birth doula and educator to support others in this often stressful time of adjustment. I now offer continuity of support in navigating the full spectrum of complex human experiences from birth throughout the life span.
Growing up in Australia with Vietnamese heritage led to a special interest in the concepts of identity, attachment and belonging, which has also informed my holistic approach to mental health. My primary focus is on the difficult intersecting personal, social and cultural transitions which we may move through during different life stages, which are often characterised by anxiety, fear or shame, when they could be moments of empowerment or even celebration. Reflecting on these emotional journeys can help us to make meaning from experiences, and gain greater insight into our wellbeing needs, so that we can work towards accepting and potentially embracing positive changes.
Please feel free to get in touch for an informal chat on (03) 5910 1103 or via opencirclewellbeing@gmail.com.

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Grad Dip Counselling
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M.A Cultural Studies (Identity Development)
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B.A (Hons) Language Studies & Philosophy
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Mindful Schools Educator Qualification
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Centre of Perinatal Excellence Mental Health Training
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Hypnobirthing International Educator Certification
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Birth & Postpartum Doula Certification
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NLP Practitioner Certification