Here you will find information on the programs, coaching and counselling services we offer.

Coaching

If you are looking to engage with a coach on a personal level, The Wellbeing Company offers individual coaching to a small number of clients, where we are fully committed to your goals and uncovering your purpose.

Coaching is essentially an interactive process where we guide and facilitate your progress towards defined goals. Do you have a desire and a readiness to make a change in your life? Recently one client commented “Coaching helps me to define where I want to go and gets me there faster and more easily than if I worked on my own”. How much greater could you be if you had someone working with you who is 100% committed to your success?

If you are contemplating coaching, but are coming up with reasons as to why you should not engage in a coaching relationship you are not alone, people will often block change even if it will benefit them immensely because of fear, not feeling worthy, see it as indulgent, a sign of weakness, expense or that somehow coaching is for other people, but not them. All of these resistances are normal, but it is worth bearing in mind that many of the most successful people in the world have long understood the immense benefits of coaching. At no other time in human history have we had access to so much information and resources, yet we are more confused than ever.

Through a 6 or 12 session process working one on one, you’ll discover your core values and beliefs, and achieve results as you move toward where you want to be. With greater clarity in your life, you’ll grow through the changes rather than be overwhelmed by them. Sessions are conducted face to face in our Sydney CBD office or Manly office.  Phone or skype sessions can also be accommodated.

Counselling

Counselling can be beneficial for a range of reasons and if left untreated may result in depression, anxiety or stress. The triggers which cause these reactions are varied and may include, relationship difficulties, health and fertility issues, addictions, career concerns and grief. Adjusting to new situations including becoming a parent may precipitate the onset of low mood. High anxiety during pregnancy and childbirth can also be experienced and support is available.

Lisa will work with you to hear what you are really saying in a non-judgemental manner and help guide you in reaching better clarity. A number of modalties including, acceptance and commitment therapy, client centred therapy, solution focussed therapy and where appropriate cognitive behavioural therapy will be utilised.

Sessions are conducted face to face in our Sydney CBD office or Manly office.  Please see link for a simple outline of what to expect in counselling: http://www.scopevic.org.au/index.php/cms/frontend/resource/id/1004/name/Counselling.pdf

Programs

The Wellbeing Company offers regular programs which can be booked directly through eventbrite in the Events section below. If you are tired of not getting the results you want and you are committed to making positive changes then sign up one of our programs and truly increase your wellbeing. Don’t fancy counselling, but know that you could benefit from learning some new skills to help you live well then read on.

Stress Less Unicycle Effect

Feeling anxious, stressed, maybe a little depressed or just get the feeling you are not living to your full potential? Don’t have the time or money to invest in therapy, but know that you could benefit from learning practical skills to apply in your everyday life? Then our Stress to Success workshop is for you. Let’s increase your wellbeing and enable you to approach the circumstances of your life differently. Latest research found on average 44% of peoplereported feeling stressed most of the time (Lifeline online Poll 2011).

Unsure of the steps you need to take to improve your situation. Weighed down by destructive beliefs you picked up from others that no longer serve you. The Stress Less Unicycle Effect  equips individuals with practical psychological tools to create positive change. Underpinning the model is changing the beliefs and low lying emotions that keep you stuck. Your real and ideal self is explored and we know from the pioneering work of Carl Rogers that the closer we get to our ideal selves the less stress and unhappiness we will experience.

The Success Minus the Stress workshop is held over two evenings (three hour duration each week). In the third week receive an individual coaching session to solidify your learning and set clear actionable goals. See below for more information on the coaching process.

28 Day Life by Design Program

A dynamic program developed to help you focus, plan, ignite and take action to change what no longer serves you. If you really want breakthrough results then this is the program for you. A dynamic program developed to help you focus, plan, ignite and take action to change what no longer serves you. If you really want breakthrough results then this is the program for you. Designed especially for women to honour and unlock their authentic gifts.

Week One: Life by Design personality and life questionnaire to help you and us understand where you are at the moment and more importantly where you want to be in the future.

Week Two: 60 minute individual coaching session to enable you to gain clarity and set powerful goals. We will guide you through the coaching process and ensure you are on track.

Week Three: One day Think Tank workshop held in a small group you will design your life by letting go of beliefs and habits which hold you back. We focus on your limiting beliefs, thought patterns and regulating your emotions. You will get a clearer understanding of your natural gifts, what you honestly want and more importantly an action plan to achieve it.

Week Four: 60 minute individual coaching session to integrate week’s three’s learning and action your goals. At the conclusion of the 28 day program you will have a blueprint to follow and a renewed sense of clarity and conviction to make your dreams a reality.

Please note: The 28 day program begins on the 1st of that particular month and the Think Tank workshop takes places on during the third week.

Feather Your Own Nest

This is an eight week program designed for mums of school aged children or older who may be struggling with adjusting to an empty nest. We utililise practical mindfulness and acceptance and commitment therapy to increase your understanding of your changing role. We pinpoint areas that may not be working and learn strategies to deal with them. Dreams and wishes you may not have fulfilled yet are dusted off and manageable goals are made to help you reach your full potential.

A large scale report (Gallup 2011) found that 57% of people are dissatisfied at work. We offer workshops designed to be dynamic and thought provoking and include little extras for each participant. We aim to deliver workshops that increase staff engagement by ignite and excite staff and provides them with the tools they need to create change. With this in mind The Wellbeing Company favours conducting workshops offsite to allow staff to really engage in the material and not get distracted.

Each month we conduct a Nourish session aimed of local businesses. This comprises of a talk on a different topic related to wellbeing and lunch, enabling small business to avail of a professional wellbeing program without the hefty price tag.

Signature Workshop: Stress Less Unicycle Effect

The Stress Less workshop educates and inspires behavior change using the latest research from organizational and positive psychology. We are passionate about helping participants understand what they can do to lessen stress in the workplace and beyond. By using the stress less unicycle effect participants learn why they worry, procrastinate and at times struggle through their day. Most importantly participants are equipped with valuable stress busting tools to make long lasting changes.

This workshop runs for one full day when conducted in house. Check out the Events page to see the dates of this workshop held over two evenings with homework in between.

Please download a brochure for more details Stress Less Brochure

Nourish Sessions:

These sessions comprise of snippets of the latest research, practical strategies and lunch. Duration is approx. 75 minutes.

Four Elements of Wellness

An inspirational workshop to allow participants to understand the four elements of wellness (thoughts, skills, emotions and purpose) and how not attending to these areas wreaks havoc on our ability to thrive in the workplace.

Winter Wellness

Productivity and motivation is often affected in the winter months and increases in absenteeism are common. This workshop is designed to offer psychological and practical tools to combat the winter blues.

Constant Cravings

A short, dynamic workshop on the psychology of smoking, caffeine, sugar and alcohol consumption. Awareness of the effects of these common substances is discussed within a framework of positive behavior change. The spikes and troughs of a diet high in refined carbohydrates and sugars impacts greatly on our ability to perform at our optimum. It also directly affects mood and anxiety levels. Learn how to curb these cravings and maintain your energy levels throughout the day during this practical workshop.

Speaking Engagements

Keynote addresses can be conducted offering insights into the human psyche with humor that encourages positive change in the workplace and beyond. Speaking engagements tailored to your individual workplace inspire and guide delegates to take responsibility for their behavior and encourages them to improve their wellness.

The Wellbeing Company was born out of a desire to educate, facilitate and inspire others to understand their true selves and help them live more authentically.

Our Director: Lisa Walsh – BA Hons, PGCE, MSc Psy, Adv.Coach, Assoc MAPS

Lisa has facilitated groups for over fifteen years using her academic knowledge and research in workplace wellbeing to offer practical psychological strategies for helping others work more creatively and productively.

Educated in England, Lisa holds a Master’s of Science in Applied Psychology, which focused on the principles of health and organisational Psychology. She has completed an advanced diploma in life coaching and is a qualified teacher.

Lisa is a psychologist, an associate member of the Australian Psychological Society and the National Speakers Association. Active membership to these governing bodies ensures that Lisa adheres to the ethics and principles set out within her profession. She keeps abreast with the latest advances in psychology and neuroplasticity and lectures undergraduate students.

She is highly skilled and effortlessly motivates others, whether addressing a packed audience or engaging with small groups. Lisa’s ability to gently connect with others ensures her clients are always left feeling inspired and equipped to make positive changes immediately. Lisa has worked extensively with clients internationally, including here in Australia, the UK and South Korea. She is the co-author of  ‘A Fresh Approach to Business Inspiration’ and is completing her first book.

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Feedback about your keynote address was very positive and participants appreciated your content, knowledge and skills in addressing wellness in the workplace

Pam S – President
Independent Education Union

Excellent presentation, speaker was knowledgeable and approachable.

Lauren G – HR Manager
Miele

This talk was informative and practical in nature and we will be engaging the services of Lisa in the future.

Vicky W – HR Manager
Schaeffer Group

Great to take a step back & think about life’s priorities. This kind of course is good for our health!

Jane D
Canberra Grammar School

Engaging & motivating content to really beat stress.

Sarah W
St Clare’s School

I was stuck in a corporate job I hated. Each day I walked into the office I felt a little part of me die. I was struck by how capable Lisa was at making sense of day to day stress and the long term effects it has on happiness. I was a bit of a sceptic as I’ve never seen a counsellor or a coach before and was doubtful of how she could really help – how wrong I was! Talking about my current situation made me realise how stuck and unhappy I actually was. Through Lisa’s gentle guidance I started to see that I had many options. I began making decisions in line with what I really wanted. Lisa’s unconditional support helped me switch jobs and learn to speak honestly about what I actually wanted. Thank you Lisa.

Mandy. D

I have battled with depression for over 20 years and also, increasingly, with social anxiety and having just found out I was losing my sight I started seeing Lisa. She was engaging to talk to and never did the whole sunshine and happy thoughts bit, but would let me talk about what I was feeling and offer up ways that could help with the individual issues at the time. Unlike most counsellors that I’ve dealt with over the years, she genuinely cared about what I was going through. Through my sessions with Lisa, I started to feel better enough to start thinking of my future, going blind didn’t have to mean sitting alone in my flat for the rest of my life. I’d missed the chance of university when I left school and had always regretted it and with the help Lisa had given me I stopped seeing my current situation as an end and started looking at it as a new beginning. And I can proudly say that as well as being back at work, I’m now also well into the first year studying for a degree. And haven’t felt this fulfilled possibly ever! I will always be eternally grateful for having the chance to have worked with Lisa. I would most certainly be in a far different place if I had not. I have not totally conquered my demons and still have a lot to face, but Lisa has helped give me the confidence and the skills that will get me there.

Michael K

Please download a copy of ‘Mental Wellness in the Workplace’ seen in Corporate Wellness Journal: Corporate Wellness