A desire to make a difference and a love of people and exercise, inspired my entry into the wellness industry in 1991. I have worked in many capacities, including creating two businesses, one educational (est 2007), focusing on professional development, and a Personal training gym which was established in 2002 that I still operate today in Robina. During this time I have had the opportunity to care for many people from diverse backgrounds with varying health and wellness challenges and help them achieve their individual goals. Many of these people for almost 20 years.

Along the way my interest in mental health has deepened, leading me to undertake my Bachelor of Counselling degree at Griffith University Gold Coast. Walk and Talk for Wellness is another small way I hope to make a difference in the lives of the people in my community. 

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I look forward to walking and talking with you soon!

Richard is available at our Benowa location on the Gold Coast

Hi, my name is Jo and I’m a third-year counselling student with the Australian College of Applied Professions. My passion for counselling is driven by my own personal journey through life encompassing personal lived experience and professional careers within the education and disability sectors.

I am a strong advocate for talk therapy within a nature based setting to enable connection in a holistic manner between the mind, body, and spirit. I find peace and rejuvenation within natural environments that enable and promote my own self-care practices which strengthen my skills for supporting and understanding individuals at all stages of life.

I am passionate about empowering individuals to foster resilience and inner strength for more hopeful and peaceful futures.
 

Jo is available at our Benowa, HOTA and Nerang locations in the Gold Coast region​​

Hi, I'm Natalie and I am currently completing my Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy at ACAP.  My passion for mental health, nature, and human connection has shaped my journey into counselling. With a background in education, fitness, and creative arts, I take a holistic approach to well-being, integrating movement, mindfulness, breathwork, and the therapeutic power of conversation.

I believe that walking in nature, combined with simple grounding practices like breathwork, fosters emotional regulation, resilience, and self-awareness. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel truly heard and empowered to make positive changes in their lives. 

I am excited to be a part of the Walk and Talk for Wellness community and look forward to walking alongside you as you navigate your own path toward healing and self-discovery.
 

Natalie is available at our Benowa, HOTA and Nerang locations in the Gold Coast region​​

Hi! My name is Callum and I am a third year psychology student at Griffith university. I have a drive and passion for mental wellbeing and personal growth. Additionally, I have a huge drive and passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and how exercise and community interact with mental health and sense of belonging.

I look forward to enhancing my clinical counselling skills and I am grateful to be able to do this in such a calming and natural setting. I believe that people need each other and should be able to talk, share and communicate with other people without judgement. I look forward to walking and talking with you!
 

Callum is available at our Benowa location on the Gold Coast region​​