Hello there, my name is Kerynn, and I am a registered, trauma‑informed counsellor in Echuca providing specialised, person-centred and neuro‑affirming support for individuals, families and children.

Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support was a hope and a dream I carried long before it had a name. It grew from a deep desire to create a space where people feel genuinely safe, understood and supported. A space where lived experience, neuroscience and trauma‑informed practice come together to honour the whole person. What began as a quiet vision has become a practice grounded in dignity, compassion and connection. 

Flourish was created for anyone moving through the world with tenderness, courage and complexity. For those navigating challenges that are often unseen, misunderstood and carried alone.

My work is shaped by both lived and clinical experience, grounded in dignity, safety and genuine human connection. As a parent of two neurodiverse children, I understand the developmental, emotional and systemic challenges families often navigate, and how exhausting that journey can feel. This lived experience meets clinical expertise that enriches my practice and allows me to meet each client with curiosity, compassion and deep respect for the complexities they move through.

I hold a strong belief that every protective response carries wisdom, and that beneath each one lies an unmet need longing to be understood. Meaningful change can only unfold when safety is genuinely felt and creating that safety is at the heart of my work.

One of the most significant moments in my professional journey was meeting Dr Bessel van der Kolk at his Melbourne workshop, The Body Keeps the Score. His teachings have profoundly shaped my understanding of trauma, the nervous system, neurological pathways and the ways our early environments influence how we think, feel, process information and connect with the world. 

Neuroscience remains one of my favourite areas of study, and learning directly from him was both an honour and a deeply affirming experience. His work continues to guide the way I support individuals and families through counselling, psychosocial recovery and early intervention.

My practice integrates trauma‑informed counselling, neuroscience‑based trauma support, psychosocial recovery, early childhood intervention and NDIS capacity‑building supports. I bring a calm, steady and authentic presence to the spaces I hold, ensuring each person feels seen, heard and truly witnessed.

My professional background reflects a strong commitment to ethical, evidence‑based and person‑centred care across counselling, early intervention and NDIS support. 

• I hold a triple Diploma in Applied Social Science (Behavioural Science), Counselling, and Counselling Practice

• Completed the Recognise and Respond to Domestic and Family Violence (Lifeline Australia) accredited course

• Completed the Neurodiversity Coach Training, collaborating with NDIS support coordinators, LACs and allied health professionals across the National Disability Insurance Agency

• Qualified Trauma Recovery Coach trained in nervous‑system‑based healing and trauma‑responsive support

• Qualified Life Coach with formal training in strengths‑based, goal‑focused support 

• Registered and accredited with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA)

• Registered member of ARCAP (Australian Registry of Counsellors & Psychotherapists)

• Accredited member of Psychology Today

Each qualification represents not just an area of expertise, but a values‑driven commitment to supporting people in ways that honour autonomy, foster resilience and centre emotional and relational safety.

Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support offers accessible, tailored support that empowers individuals, families and communities through trauma‑informed, neuro‑affirming care.

• Reducing stigma through systemic advocacy, collaboration and inclusive outreach

• Honouring culture, kinship and community, especially for Indigenous and culturally diverse families

• Fostering emotional safety and well-being in every session

• Empowering self‑awareness and resilience with practical tools and compassionate care

• Making counselling accessible and respectful within a regional community

• Using holistic, evidence‑based approaches that reflect the needs of those we serve

• Committing to ongoing learning, reflective practice and ethical clarity

• Supporting families and individuals navigating social, emotional and developmental challenges

• Helping clients recognise their strengths and move toward healing, growth and flourishing

I envision a future where kindness and equality form the foundation of healing, where inclusion, acceptance and equity guide us, and where courage, autonomy and self‑determination shape our becoming.

Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support in Echuca is a space where healing is welcomed, not rushed, where transformation unfolds gently, in its own time, and where every story is met with respect, curiosity, and care.

As a registered counsellor in Echuca and a psychosocial recovery coach, I support individuals, families and children across a wide range of emotional, developmental and psychosocial needs. My approach is trauma‑informed, neuro‑affirming and aligned with NDIS capacity‑building supports, including functional capacity assessments (FCAs).

The areas I offer support and specialise in are:

• Anxiety, depression and mood challenges
• Stress, overwhelm and burnout
• Trauma and PTSD
• Grief, loss and life transitions
• Self‑esteem and identity
• Suicide and self‑harm concerns (supportive, non‑directive, safety‑focused)
• Domestic and family violence
• Mental health challenges experienced by neurodivergent individuals

• Couples, parenting and family dynamics
• Communication skills and conflict resolution
• Separation, divorce and co‑parenting
• Supporting neurodivergent individuals in relationships and social interactions

• Self‑awareness, emotional intelligence and personal growth
• Motivation, goal setting and life direction
• Building resilience and coping strategies
• Developing practical skills to meet NDIS goals
• Strengths‑based identity development for neurodivergent clients

• Anger, frustration and emotional dysregulation
• Boundary setting and assertiveness
• Addictive behaviours (substance use, gambling, co‑dependency)
• Habit change and routine building
• Executive functioning challenges and sensory sensitivities
• Skill‑building and recovery coaching aligned with NDIS plans

• Workplace stress, bullying and harassment
• Cultural, identity‑related or community challenges
• Adjusting to major life events
• Advocacy for neurodivergent inclusivity in schools, workplaces and community settings
• Building independence and daily living skills

• Chronic illness, pain and fatigue
• Body image concerns and disordered eating
• Weight and lifestyle changes
• Understanding the intersection of neurodivergence and health

• Spiritual exploration and self‑discovery
• Purpose, alignment and existential questions
• Healing from religious trauma
• Mindfulness, grounding and inner peace
• Exploring spirituality through a neurodivergent lens

• Flexible communication (visuals, written prompts, structured dialogue)
• Respecting stimming, pacing and self‑regulation
• Normalising difference and challenging internalised stigma
• Celebrating strengths such as creativity, hyperfocus and pattern recognition
• Executive functioning support, assessment and referral
• Self‑advocacy coaching for school, work and relationships
• Parent and carer education
• Reports, referrals and documentation for NDIS access and plan reviews
• Psychosocial recovery coaching and capacity‑building supports
• Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)

At Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support in Echuca, we honour neurodiversity, celebrate all abilities and support individuals who move toward the life they envision.