Frequently Asked Questions

What services do you offer?

I offer different healing approaches to meet people where they are. Whether you’re new to holistic, therapeutic, or shamanic work, or are further along and want to deepen your practice, explore our services or contact us to create a tailored plan that brings clarity and confidence.

where are you situated?

I’m based in the Illawarra, about 1.5 hours south of Sydney. If you’re not local or are overseas, I’m available online via Zoom or WhatsApp. I see clients at two nearby locations: my clinic at Ripples Allied Health Consultancy in Dapto, and a bushland escape at Calm the Farm, 5–10 minutes from Shellharbour. These two settings offer different environments that reflect the varied approaches I use in healing.

What makes you different?

I’ve spent 25 years helping people heal. I don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach—each person gets the methods they need. I take this work seriously, but it should also be a joyful, sacred return to balance. More about my experience is in the About Me.

How do I know which service to book?

Getting started can be simple: if the service fits you, you can just sign up. If it’s less clear, please use the contact form and tell me briefly what’s happening. I’ll suggest next steps and we’ll go from there.

If your situation is more complex and needs deeper shamanic healing, I may recommend several sessions, since the first session might need follow-up.

how do i prepare for the session?

Allow plenty of time to prepare and arrive. Wear warm, comfortable clothes; if at the farm, wear sturdy closed shoes. Set a clear intention before the session. Session length varies by type, and you should leave ample time after—ideally the rest of the day—for integration. For at least 48 hours before, avoid heavy foods (including meat), stimulants, and alcohol. If you arrive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the session will be canceled.

How many sessions will i need?

At this stage as I don’t know anything about you or your situation so it would be very hard to give an honest answer to that question.

What I can say is I am proactive about healing and self-empowerment so don’t promote dependency upon services, or me! What this means is you may be requiring a singular session at this time, but you may also be requiring several. Once we connect and I know more about your situation I can make a more accurate assessment and give you a more solid response and we can go from there.

what is are the parameters of the session?

I have experience in Health & Social Care, crisis and trauma-informed care, holistic therapies, mental health, and addictions, which inform the support I offer. I am not a doctor, psychologist, psychiatrist, or lawyer, so I do not provide medical or legal advice. This is a safe, confidential space to discuss what affects you, but my support is limited to the services Ember Within provides.

ARE THERE TIMES I should not BOOK/attend a session ?

Do not come if you are unwell—I work with others and need to keep everyone safe.
If you are having a medical emergency, seek urgent care first.
If you were recently treated, operated on, or hospitalized, get medical clearance before attending.
Do not attend if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs