About
My Story
Hi! I’m Caz. I’m a practicing art therapist, artist and mother of two young humans. I’ve been busy navigating the rollercoaster ride of parenthood, along with learning to rediscover myself along the way. I’ve shared this journey with loved ones and supported them through their own parenting struggles.
With a background in teaching and working in the wellness field, I’m passionate about sharing with women and youth, strategies for navigating this world – using art and the body as a pathway within.
Once upon a time, I was not creating the life I dreamed of. Instead my life was ruled by depression, anxiety, panic attacks, gynaecological problems, exhaustion and chronic pain.
As I searched for how to heal, I found myself on a very clear path of body-based modalities. Talk therapy was wonderful to introduce me to the concepts of how past traumas were impacting me now, but – as a woman who used my head to survive – I soon ran into the limits of how it could really help me.
There is only so much talking we can do… while our body continues to store the memories.
To feel at peace with our past experiences, we must firstly make contact with the emotions held in our body and be safely guided by a therapist. I practice expressive art therapy and feminine embodiment and by having a regular daily practice, I have been able to connect back with my core Self.
Creativity is a wordless expression of our true, authentic Self, while embodiment allows us to make contact with the sensations held within our body.
My qualifications and training:

Qualifications:
Adv. Dip. Transpersonal Art Therapy. Phoenix Institute of Australia
Cert. of Feminine Embodiment Coaching. School of Embodied Arts
Adv. Dip. Womb & Fertility Massage Therapy. Academy of Holistic Massage
Grad. Dip. Ed. (Secondary & Primary). University Of Melbourne
App. Sci (Human Movement). University of Ballarat
Training:
Returning to Wholeness: Gabor Mate
Pelvic Wellness: Bonnie Bliss
Hatha Yoga Teacher Training: Sally Louise Yoga
The Triune Brain & Expressive Therapies Continuum: Carla Van Laar
Jungian SandPlay: Roman Ilgauskas
Australian Bushflower Essences Intro 1&2: ABFE
Life Nutrition & Diagnostic Keys to the Subconscious: LiFE Academy
Young Minds Depression & Anxiety; Suicide Awareness
Mental Health First Aid
Past projects
Testimonials

Sasha
“Following my coaching series with Caz I was able to adapt from my habitual controlled and conditioned way of being to existing more in my day to day with acceptance, awareness and commitment. I feel I can now convert my inner criticism into positive and realistic goals.
I notice that now I can remind myself to remain present and aware of my thoughts - to allow the positive thoughts to inspire my creativity and to recognise negative thoughts as only thoughts and not reality. My time working with Caz has allowed me to separate my negative thoughts (criticisms) and to have the confidence to create a deeper connection to the community I wanted to feel part of. I was very much satisfied with Caz's coaching ability. Thank you Caz!"

Sandy
"Having been fortunate enough to do several one on one sessions with Caz, I can say unreservedly she is a true healer, with a natural ability to get to the heart of one’s issues - both past and present - in a way that is always pure in intent, life affirming, and compassionate. Caz's ability to open people’s hearts and creative energy is remarkable. Thank you for all the wonderful work you continue to do for others, in the name of healing the heart and allowing people to truly express themselves. It is a freeing experience I can thoroughly recommend."
Nicki
"As a trainee Art Therapist I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to learn from and co-facilitate Expressive Art Workshops with Caz, under her professional supervision.
She offers a rich sacred space for inquiry and transformation through her sharing of deep wisdom, authenticity and knowledge. Caz works with so much heart and is authentic and grounded in her approach. I would recommend her offerings highly. Take the leap and see for yourself!"

Eugenia
“Caz is a an extremely insightful coach who holds a warm, nurturing and expansive space for exploring your inner world. Over the time she has coached me I was always provided a potent, deeply trusting and very safe place to truly come into contact with the hidden parts of myself that were shy and sometimes fearful - a rare quality in a coach. Through working with Caz I have been able to renew my relationship with all aspects of myself, which was especially delightful for this 'heady' woman who loves to over-think and prioritise brain over body. Her process and approach is truly transformative, such a gift in a fickle world - thank you so very much Caz."

Ange
“I wholeheartedly recommend Caz and her talented coaching and art therapy ability, to take you on a unique journey within yourself. Caz has a true gift for gently guiding you through many fabulous doorways. Holding space for you as you expand past the page into a deeper knowing of heart, soul and self. I thoroughly recommend this self care for everyone. I had the privilege of completing the Womb Dreaming course too - I will be eternally grateful for this... a must experience, for any body / mind that has experienced birth / birth trauma. Love your light work Caz."

Di
“I recently participated in an expressive art series with Caz. Through guided meditations we produced art work using various materials supplied in the course. I really enjoyed and benefited from the whole experience. It was amazing what I produced. After completing the art piece, Caz then provided journal questions for us to explore further in class. The journal responses opened up my awareness to what I was thinking and helped align my choices and focus in my life. It surprised me how powerful the process was! Such a benefit to my wellbeing and a practice I continue at home."

Tracy
“I appreciate Caz's wisdom, soothing calmness, clarity, non-judgement…… and her grace. She inspires confidence in me, to believe, that through my art I will be connecting to my inner voices.
Working with Caz helps me find sanctity in paused moments from crazy administration duties. She inspires me to go beyond when I am stuck in ego driven thoughts, to find more balance & connectedness in my life. Through the music in her voice, to the way in which she conveys concepts of thought processing, I feel guided & supported. I feel an immense sense of trust in Caz. I feel light, unburdened, and a sense of my inner energies starting to flow."

Wendy
"I recently participated in a one to one embodiment coaching session with Caz. I really enjoyed the journey and the unfolding and discovery that I experienced. Since the session I have noticed an increase in my awareness of the deep pain I'm still holding that I'm now ready to let go of. I understand the reasons why I'm still holding on and I now feel I'm ready to step into the process of letting go. Caz created a safe place where I felt held and free to let go. I would absolutely recommend her."
Jess
"In the embodiment coaching sessions with Caz, I firstly felt a hesitation around finding out what my body would reveal. I felt worried whether I would be able to truly feel and listen to my body and what would that bring up for me? Since the sessions I have been more conscious of allowing the expression of my feminine body and energy. I have also begun to trust my body’s intelligence more. I loved having the opportunity and space to drop in to a deeper state of consciousness where full awareness was on my bodily sensations. I definitely recommend these sessions with Caz. As an Osteopath, I believe everyone could benefit from truly listening to their body as the body holds the answers."
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