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Within 6 weeks of seeing Carissa I had divulged things I had never divulged to anyone, during one of these sessions I experienced what I can only describe as a fundamental ‘shift’ in me where I no longer feel the rawness of the pain, anger, guilt and the shame that I have carried for 40yrs.

“My story like so many, is one of sexual, physical, mental and emotional trauma and abuse experienced through my early childhood years into adulthood.
In my early 20’s I was admitted to a mental health facility to keep me alive, at this time I was medicated for depression and began counselling in the hopes of dealing with the abuse and trauma I had experienced.
During the next 20+ years, I worked with psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors and natural therapies seeking to escape the torment of the abuse that I still carried, these therapies provided basic relief however I still found myself reliving the trauma, repeating the same mistakes and still experiencing the rawness of the pain, anger and fear that I had carried for so many years while I moved from one long term abusive relationship into another.
I was lucky enough to contact Carissa and arrange my first appointment, right from the outset Carissa explained that her work was body based trauma therapy and mindfulness and this was going to be a different way of working with my trauma than I had done previously.
Carissa was able to walk with me through my experiences with the utmost respect and care, ensuring at all times I was okay, teaching me what was happening within my body.
Within 6 weeks of seeing Carissa I had divulged things I had never divulged to anyone, during one of these sessions I experienced what I can only describe as a fundamental ‘shift’ in me where I no longer feel the rawness of the pain, anger, guilt and the shame that I have carried for 40yrs.
I am now excited and for the first time and really believe I can heal from the past trauma and reshape myself into the person that I long to be, it will take time and commitment which I will give freely. I encourage anyone who has been struggling to heal from past trauma and abuse to contact Carissa and start their own journey of healing today”.
(name withheld due to privacy)
I’ve never met someone so caring, empathetic and such a great listener. Carissa doesn’t judge, tell you what you should or shouldn’t do, but is there to listen and offer kind words of encouragement.

“Where to start with the wonderful being that is Carissa Rodgers? From the moment I met Carissa, I was immediately at ease, opening up the trust and onto the path of healing.
Little did I know that I would discover mindfulness practice, applying it into my daily life, with benefits to my entire family. I have never met someone so caring, empathetic and such a great listener. Carissa doesn’t judge, tell you what you should or shouldn’t do, but is there to listen and offer her kind words of encouragement. Sometimes along the way and with her guidance, you realize that maybe you can see things in a different light. Having said that, that is your own journey to take.
I am a true believer that a connection with your therapist should come naturally, not forced. From the minute I met Carissa the connection was immediate. The weight had lifted off my shoulders the minute I walked through the door of her rooms.
The greatest compliment I could give Carissa, is that even if I moved from this area, I would continue to work with her. I am a much happier human to have her a part of my life.
Thank you Carissa, for your always being there in my tumultuous 12 months, we have certainly traveled a journey together, with many winding paths along the way. But with your help, I can start to see the light and onto a wider, clearer path. You truly are a beautiful, warm and very gifted soul.”
(name withheld due to privacy)
When I first walked into her room living was too hard; too painful and too dark…Therapy with Carissa has allowed me to walk in the full magnifience of who I am..

“Therapy with Carissa has allowed me to walk in the full magnificence of who I AM. When I first walked into her room living was too hard; too painful and too dark. I was truly in the depths of despair with no idea of what to do or how to be.
Through fortnightly sessions, I worked through various issues; what I originally thought were the issues turned out to be pointers to even deeper issues. I was provided with exercises, tools and strategies. Most importantly I was given SPACE to BE and treated with compassion and empathy.
I now oscillate at a baseline of 8; ups and downs but definitely operating at a higher frequency. I love ALL of who I am. I am kinder, more gentle and more forgiving with myself. I am walking the path of my authentic self. Therapy with Carissa made all this possible.
In the words of Aaron Hall “You know I owe you one.”
(name withheld due to privacy)
Through her gentle, kind and genuine caring manner, my trust in her was gained; trust that had been previously violated. I was able to gradually release fears, misconceptions, overwhelming emotional traumas and deep seated grief from within me.

Some years ago I was struggling to find a reason to continue living. My prayers for some hope, for a better life and future than what I had thus endured were gratefully answered by having insightful and quality counselling with Carissa. Her knowledge and understanding inspired confidence in me that there was hope and a path to living; living to the full.
Carissa patiently listened, really listened to what I was sharing. Through her gentle, kind and genuine caring manner, my trust in her was gained; trust that had been previously violated. I was able to gradually release fears, misconceptions, overwhelming emotional traumas and deep seated grief from within me. Events and secrets that were affecting me which I had never shared with anyone else.
Carissa’s practical guidance, astute observation and wisdom and helpful suggestions are just some of the numerous skills she has as an able and competent and successful counselor. Explanations, reasoning’s and understandings were freely offered in simple language; thus easy to comprehend and follow. Even when wrought with painful emotions and not grasping concepts Carissa was putting forward, she patiently persisted by rephrasing and repeating. She is sincerely concerned that each client does understand, in order that each session is proactive in the healing process. I always departed our time of counselling with something real, of substance, practical and effective in assisting me on my progressive pathway of recovery and a hope for a better future and life worth living.
(name withheld due to privacy)
“Booking in for conselling was the best decision I made.”

“I was always skeptical about having therapy. I wondered if it would work or just be a waste of time, but 2 sessions with Carissa and I am already starting to feel more positive with a better outlook on life.
Being taught deeper breathing patterns to help in certain situations of my life has helped so much and has saved me from my anxiety.
Carissa really listens to the core issue and I do believe that booking in for counselling was the best decision I made.”
(name withheld due to privacy)

Carissa has been supervising me almost a year now and her skills and abilities in counselling supervision are exceptional.

I am a local counselor who works with both adults and children and I have a focus on trauma. When supervision was discussed at work I wanted to find someone who worked in a similar manner to myself and had more knowledge and experience in my preferred therapies. I immediately thought of Carissa. Carissa is a person I respect deeply and was the obvious choice.
Carissa has been supervising me almost a year now and her skills and abilities in counselling supervision are exceptional. Each month I take a case study of one or two clients to Carissa and we delve into the issues and possible strategies for working with those clients. Carissa has never failed to impress me with her compassion, empathy and understanding of the pertinent issues. She competently comes up with strategies that are “just right” for the client and explains how the strategies work and how to use them.
I feel privileged to be able to learn from Carissa and to sit and “be” with her for the hour.
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