About Meraki Counselling

What Is Meraki Counselling?

Meraki (meh-RAH-kee): A Greek word meaning to do something with soul, creativity, or love - to put a piece of yourself into your work.

At Meraki Counselling, that’s exactly what I do. My practice is built on the belief that therapeutic care begins with trust, clarity, and connection. Whether you're a school community, NDIS participant, or private client, I offer support that’s professional, ethical, and deeply human.

I combine trauma-informed practice with administrative excellence - because I believe that clear communication, compliant documentation, and accessible systems are part of therapeutic care.

Meet Me

Hi, I’m Samantha, the counsellor behind Meraki Counselling.

I’ve worked across school settings, NDIS services, and private practice, supporting clients through life’s challenges with warmth, professionalism, and a strong ethical foundation. My approach is collaborative and client-centered, with a focus on emotional regulation, resilience, and empowerment.

I’m also deeply committed to doing things right. That means:

• Clear onboarding and consent processes

• Documentation that is aligned with NDIS, ACCC, and child safety standards

• A digital presence that’s welcoming, accessible, and visually cohesive

• Membership with the Australian Counselling Association (MACA)

• Membership with the American Board of Hypnotherapy (MABH)

• Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance

Meraki Counselling was born from a desire to offer care that’s both heart-led and structurally sound - where clients feel safe, informed, and respected from first contact.

Why Meraki Counselling?

I have dedicated space for delivering client-centered care under my own banner, and I also work as a subcontractor with different organisations. This dual role allows me to support a diverse range of clients -across schools, NDIS services, and private settings - while shaping a practice that reflects my values.

I hold a Diploma in Counselling and qualifications in hypnotherapy, which support a flexible, integrative approach tailored to each client’s needs. My work is grounded in trauma-informed care, ethical standards, and a commitment to clear, compliant documentation.

Meraki Counselling is where creativity meets compliance - where every interaction is guided by integrity, and where clients feel safe, informed, and empowered from the very first contact.

My Therapeutic Approach

I work from a person-centered, strengths-based framework, drawing on a range of modalities to meet each client where they are. My practice is collaborative and responsive, with a focus on emotional regulation, resilience, and self-awareness.

Whether using talk therapy, hypnotherapeutic techniques, or trauma-informed strategies, I aim to create a space that feels calm, respectful, and empowering. Every session is shaped by the client’s goals, preferences, and pace - because healing is not one-size-fits-all.

Who I Support

Meraki Counselling is here for:

• Schools seeking ethical, trauma-informed student care

• NDIS participants navigating complex systems

• Private clients looking for clarity, healing, and growth

What You Can Expect

From your first enquiry to your final session, you’ll experience:

• Transparent communication

• Clear service agreements and onboarding packs

• A calm, professional environment - online and in person

At Meraki Counselling, support is offered with clarity and heart - where people feel seen, heard, and genuinely cared for.