A calm first step out of feeling stuck.
Create clarity, build momentum, and move forward — at your pace.
Stuck Start is a structured, supportive program for people who feel stuck and are unsure how to move forward. It’s designed for those who don’t necessarily want traditional counselling right now, but do want clarity, perspective, and a sense of momentum.Each Stuck Start session creates space to talk things through, slow things down, and gently reconnect with direction. Sessions are offered online or in quiet, conveniently located outdoor settings in the Melbourne CBD, and may be conversational, reflective, or lightly movement-based, depending on your preferences. The focus is not on diagnosis or labels, but on understanding what’s holding you in place and identifying practical next steps.Rather than committing you to ongoing therapy, Stuck Start meets you where you are. Some people attend a single session to regain clarity; others choose to return for additional sessions to build momentum over time.* A structured, supportive program focused on getting unstuck
* Space to talk through what’s been happening and where you feel blocked
* Gentle, optional use of movement or being outdoors to support clarity
* Clear, practical next steps tailored to you
* No diagnosis, no pressure, and no requirement to commit to ongoing therapy
* Delivered by a qualified social worker with experience in mental health counselling, intake, and triage
Book a session at a time that suits you
Meet online or outdoors in a convenient Melbourne CBD location
Slow things down and talk through what’s been keeping you stuck
Gentle movement or walking may be used if it feels helpful, but it’s always optional
Together, clarify what you need right now and what a realistic next step looks like
Leave the session with greater clarity, direction, and a renewed sense of momentum
Decide whether one session is enough or whether you’d like to return for further support
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Simple, calm, and designed to meet you where you are.
Greater clarity about what’s been weighing on you and why you feel stuck
A calmer, more organised way of thinking about your situation
A clearer sense of direction and what to focus on next
Practical steps you can take immediately, rather than vague or abstract advice
A space where you can speak openly without pressure, labels, or judgement
Reassurance that feeling stuck is understandable — and workable
No fixing, no diagnosing, and no endless talking.
Just a clear, supportive step forward.
Stuck Start may be a good fit if you:
Feel stuck, flat, restless, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward
Sense that something needs to change but don’t know where to start
Are not ready for traditional counselling, or don’t feel it’s the right fit right now
Want space to think, reflect, and regain perspective without pressure
Prefer a practical, grounded conversation rather than a diagnostic or clinical process
Find it easier to talk while walking or spending time outdoors
Want clarity and momentum, not endless analysis
Value a calm, human conversation with someone who listens
Stuck Start is not therapy or a referral service.
It’s a supported pause — a chance to step out of autopilot and regain direction before deciding what comes next.Stuck Start is not about fixing you or pushing you into a pathway you’re not ready for.
It’s about helping you take a considered first step — in a way that feels manageable and respectful of where you are.Rather than diagnosing, labelling, or steering you toward a predetermined outcome, Stuck Start focuses on understanding what’s holding you in place and what would genuinely help right now. The process is flexible, human, and responsive — shaped around you, not a framework.Sessions are intentionally low-pressure. Some people use Stuck Start as a one-off reset; others return for a small number of sessions to build momentum. There is no expectation to continue unless it feels useful.Stuck Start works because clarity often comes not from pushing harder, but from slowing down, being heard, and creating space for movement — literally and mentally.
Stuck Start is delivered by a qualified social worker with experience in mental health counselling, intake, and triage across both university and private practice settings. My work focuses on helping people make sense of where they’re at, especially when things feel unclear, stalled, or overwhelming.I specialise in early conversations — the point where someone knows they need support but isn’t sure what kind, how much, or in what form. My approach is calm, structured, and practical, grounded in evidence-based practice while remaining flexible and human.You won’t be analysed, rushed, or pushed toward a predetermined outcome. Instead, sessions are collaborative and respectful, designed to help you feel heard, regain perspective, and identify a next step that actually fits your life.