Hi, I'm Jade - and I know what rock bottom looks like for a special needs mum.
About Me
A few years ago, I wasn't just burnt out — I was broken.
My nervous system was stuck in constant fight-or-flight. The only way I could shut it down was with alcohol. Eventually, I ended up in rehab. I lost my business, my home, and even contact with my kids.
I'd never felt so powerless, exhausted, and lost.
But here's what changed everything: I discovered somatic healing.
I learned that my nervous system wasn't broken — it just needed the right tools. Tools that actually work in the middle of real-life chaos (like meltdowns in the supermarket, not silent retreats — although ask me about the silent retreat I tried).
Through somatic healing, I learned how to:
- Calm my body in minutes, even when my mind was racing
- Release years of built-up tension and adrenaline
- Reconnect with my nervous system so I could respond — not just react
I slowly rebuilt what I had lost. And I discovered my life's true purpose.
Why I'm uniquely qualified to help you
I'm not just another coach who read about burnout in a textbook. I'm bringing together both sides of my journey:
💛 The lived experience
Over a decade as a special needs mum who hit severe burnout and found her way back. I understand:
- The hypervigilance that never switches off (is that the doorbell or imminent disaster?)
- The guilt that follows you everywhere (even to the bathroom — especially to the bathroom)
- The isolation of feeling like no one gets your reality (because explaining why you can't just "get a babysitter" is exhausting)
- The exhaustion that sleep can't fix (because your brain forgot how to actually turn off)
💛 The professional expertise
20+ years supporting families through youth work, social work, mental health, and trauma services, plus extensive training in:
Current Qualifications:
- Somatic Practitioner (certified)
- Polyvagal Therapy Practitioner
- Advanced Transformational Life Coaching Practitioner
- Inner Child Healing Practitioner
- Mental Wellness Coaching Practitioner
- Mindfulness Coaching Practitioner
- Certificate in DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
- Certificate in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
- Holistic Wellness Practitioner
- Certificate IV Alcohol & Other Drugs
- Bachelor of Arts - Youth Studies
- Mental Health First Aid
- ASSIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
- Graduate Diploma in Counselling (completing)
💛 Real-world NDIS experience
10+ years of advocacy helping families access the support and funding they need through my previous business, Cailin's House disability respite service. I know the system inside and out (including which forms make you want to cry and which ones actually make sense).
My mission
No mum should have to hit rock bottom to find calm, support, and hope.
That's why I created The Anchored Mum Project — the world's first somatic healing program designed specifically for special needs mums.
It's my step-by-step ANCHOR System™ that helps you move from survival mode to grounded calm, using tools that actually fit into your real life.
Because if I can rebuild from losing everything — you can absolutely find your anchor from where you are right now.
What I believe
✓ Your nervous system isn't broken — it's been protecting you
✓ Healing happens in the body, not just the mind
✓ You deserve support that actually understands your reality
✓ Small, consistent changes create lasting transformation
✓ You can care for others AND yourself — it's not either/or
Ready to find your anchor?
If my story resonates and you're tired of running on empty, I'd love to support you.
Join The Anchored Mum Project (6-week somatic healing program)
Ready for deeper transformation?
For those seeking more intensive support, I also offer "From Surviving to Thriving" — a comprehensive 12-week 1:1 coaching journey that addresses your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.
This program includes weekly private sessions, unlimited support, personalised tools, and a complete transformation roadmap tailored specifically to your challenges as a carer.
