CLINICALLY TRAINED

We pride ourselves on being clinically trained therapists

We’re also real people who genuinely want to understand what you’re going through, because understanding helps us help you.

We’ll give you the tools you need to deal with whatever you’re experiencing. 

We’ll hear you
Sarah

Sarah Gilligan

Counsellor

Driven by a love of connecting with others, and a natural curiosity for the human condition, Sarah will help you explore yourself and your experiences with respect and gentleness.

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Naomi

NAOMI PAL

Acupuncturist, Remedial Massage Therapist and Energy Medicine Practitioner

Naomi brings awareness to underlying behavioural habits, thoughts, or perspectives that may be affecting, sabotaging, or holding her clients back, for a completely holistic treatment that can include remedial massage and acupuncture too.

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AMANDA BIRKBECK

Art Psychotherapist 

Trauma-informed Art Psychotherapist with a passion for community and connection. Facilitating healing through a safe, welcoming, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship and person-centred, gentle art therapy.

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Rut

Rut Frohlich

Professional Trainer, Yoga Therapist, Senior Teacher and Mentor with Yoga Australia

Inspired by her own journey to inner strength, potential, and grace, our resident yoga therapist, Rut uses specific yoga practices or techniques to help you listen to your body and realise your own greatness.

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DEBORAH LOWNDES

DEBORAH LOWNDES

Psychotherapist

Deborah fosters a safe environment in her therapeutic space for clients to share their stories and embark on their journey towards healing and personal growth. 

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Nerine Strachan

Nerine Strachan

Founder, counsellor, psychotherapist, yoga teacher

Our founder and passionate trauma-informed therapist, Nerine Strachan, blends counselling and psychotherapy with Eastern philosophies to help you heal your mind and body.

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Rut

Toby Clark

Mental Health Nurse, counsellor and psychotherapist

With over 16 years in mental health, Toby specialises in trauma recovery, empowering clients through strength-based, person-centered care. Blending clinical expertise with a deep understanding of the LGBTQI+ community, he tailors evidence-based therapies to help clients heal, grow, and thrive.

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DEBORAH LOWNDES

Anne Mitchell

Counsellor, Couples and Family Therapist

With over 20 years of experience in counselling and family therapy, Anne helps individuals, couples, and families build healthier relationships through compassion, empathy, and trauma-informed care. Specialising in communication, conflict resolution, and emotional healing, Anne creates a safe space for clients to overcome challenges and discover their strengths.

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Nerine Strachan

Rarnie McCudden

Clinical Nutritionist & Nutritional Medicine Practitioner

Rarnie McCudden is a trauma-informed clinical nutritionist passionate about supporting mental health and well-being through personalised nutritional care. With expertise in managing stress, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, Rarnie combines functional testing, tailored meal plans, and holistic therapies to help clients achieve balance and long-lasting health.

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NOT SURE WHICH SERVICE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

If you’ve tried some of these healing practices before and it didn’t feel right, you may not have found the right service or practitioner.

Meraki Wellness Centre
We’ll hear you

OUR PRACTICE

We’re grateful to call our beautiful rooms at 14 Bellbird Avenue, Terrigal on the Central Coast our home.

This special place attracts some incredible multi-disciplinary practitioners who offer healing, education, connection and transformation.

Mindful healing at home

Take care of yourself.  Receive regular self-care practices to help you move from surviving to thriving.

If you’re in urgent need of support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 44 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36