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What is Victims Services Counselling and how can it help you heal?
Victims Services provides practical and emotional support to people impacted by violent crime in NSW.

Alison Howarth
Jun 164 min read


The emotional side of a physical injury: What no one talks about
When someone gets injured at work, most people think the hardest part will be the physical pain. The aching muscles, the stiff joints, the recovery exercises. But for many injured workers, the most difficult part isn’t something that shows up on a scan.
It’s what happens inside.

Ali Howarth
Mar 193 min read


Is it just me? The most common reasons people start therapy
Therapy is full of people who look just like you — people who are smart, kind, functional… and also anxious, tired, grieving, confused, or craving something different. Reaching out for support isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a sign that you’re ready to start paying attention to yourself in a deeper way.

Ali Howarth
Feb 123 min read


Not Just a Checkbox: Why Clinical Supervision is the Beating Heart of Ethical Practice
Clinical supervision isn’t just about meeting professional requirements. At its best, it’s the beating heart of ethical practice—a place to slow down, reflect, restore, and realign

Ali Howarth
Feb 44 min read


The Case for Prevention: A strategic approach to workplace well-being
Preventative care isn’t just a strategy; it’s a moral obligation. Investing in preventative care is an investment in the future

Ali Howarth
Jan 83 min read


Implementing Australian trauma-informed practices in your organisation: a step-by-step guide
Transforming your workplace with trauma-informed practices can seem daunting, but this guide breaks it down into manageable steps.

Ali Howarth
Nov 7, 20242 min read


Five practical strategies to prevent burnout in high stress workplaces
In high-pressure industries such as healthcare, emergency services, child protection, legal fields, and vulnerable customer service,...

Ali Howarth
Oct 10, 20243 min read


Workplace stress: Reducing the burden on individuals and organisations
Workplace stress is a pervasive issue, with nearly half of Australian workers feeling exhausted at the end of each day.

Ali Howarth
Oct 1, 20244 min read


Recognising and preventing vicarious trauma: a guide for board members, management teams and people leaders.
Recognising and preventing vicarious trauma: a guide for people leaders and management teams.

Ali Howarth
Sep 10, 20245 min read


Preventing burnout in Australian workplaces: insights, practical steps and a couple of questions for you.
Here are some proactive steps you can take to prevent burnout in your workplace

Ali Howarth
Sep 3, 20242 min read


You’re not crazy, you’re injured: How trauma affects the mind as much as the body. Coping with a workers compensation claim for a psychological injury
When you’re on a workers compensation claim for a psychological injury, it’s easy to start doubting yourself. Maybe you’ve heard whispers—“They’re exaggerating.” Maybe you’ve been treated like a problem instead of a person. Maybe even you’ve started wondering, “Am I just weak?”
Let’s clear this up right now: you’re not crazy. You’re injured.

Ali Howarth
Jun 14, 20244 min read


Therapy and the nervous system: Why talking can calm the body too
We often think of therapy as something we do with our minds. But really, it’s a whole-body experience. Our stories live in our muscles, our breath, our posture.

Ali Howarth
May 15, 20244 min read


What kind of therapy is right for me? A plain English guide to your options
Thinking about trying therapy but feeling a bit lost in all the options? You’re not alone. From CBT to EMDR, trauma-informed to solution-focused, the world of therapy can sound like a confusing mix of medical terms and academic ideas. But at its heart, therapy is simply about feeling better—and finding the right way for you to do that.

Ali Howarth
Apr 18, 20244 min read


Talking it out: Why counselling isn’t just for a crisis
Counselling can be a form of emotional hygiene—like brushing your teeth or exercising. It’s a space where you can reflect, check in with yourself, and work through the everyday ups and downs that come with being human. Think of it as a tune-up for your inner world.

Ali Howarth
Mar 20, 20243 min read


What Actually Happens in Counselling? A First-Timer’s Guide
If you’ve ever thought about seeing a counsellor but found yourself hesitating—unsure what actually happens behind that door—you’re not alone. For many first-timers, counselling can seem mysterious or even intimidating.

Ali Howarth
Feb 15, 20244 min read


Acknowledging the impact of vicarious trauma
Acknowledging the impact of vicarious trauma

Ali Howarth
Jan 19, 20242 min read


Vicarious trauma impacts on non-clinical staff
understanding trauma impacts on non-clinical staff

Ali Howarth
Dec 22, 20232 min read


Healthy Boundaries in Therapeutic Practice: Benefits and Strategies
understanding healthy boundaries in therapy

Ali Howarth
Nov 11, 20232 min read


My book has launched <3
Book launch

Ali Howarth
Apr 8, 20231 min read


Neuroplasticity and the Healing Mind
Understand the concept of neuroplasticity

Ali Howarth
Aug 27, 20223 min read
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