Stress & Burnout Counselling Melbourne — Somatic & Holistic Therapy for Lasting Relief
Tired of quick fixes that don’t last? I help you address stress and burnout at the root with an integrative approach — combining somatic and talk therapy, sound therapy, nutritional therapy, and lifestyle coaching. Together, we restore energy, clarity, and resilience so you can thrive again.
stress counselling and somatic therapy is for you if you feel...
Constant tiredness and overwhelm that rest doesn’t fix.
Disconnection, flatness, or loss of spark and purpose.
Stress showing up as poor sleep, gut issues, tension, or hormonal imbalances.
Unresolved grief, trauma, or suppressed emotions fuelling burnout.
Healing Stress and Burnout with the B.ME® Lifestyle Method
Lasting recovery doesn’t come from one tool alone. That’s why I bring together:
- Somatic and Talk Therapy → release stored tension, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with safety
- Sound Therapy → vibrational practices that calm stress patterns and restore inner balance
- Nutritional Therapy → restore biochemical balance, improve energy, stabilise mood, and support gut health
- Lifestyle Medicine and Coaching → sustainable self care, sleep, rest, and movement routines that work in daily life
This is not about quick fixes. It’s about helping your whole system recover so you can feel grounded, resilient and clear again.
What Sessions Look Like
- Initial Assessment — I take time to understand your body, mind, emotions, nutrition and lifestyle, then create a tailored plan.
- Ongoing Sessions — Each session is guided by what you need most, blending therapy, sound, nutrition and coaching.
- Integration — I give you practices and tools to use between sessions so you can keep building resilience every day.
Hear From Clients Who Transformed Stress
Highly Recommended. Anca works at multiple levels for health and wellbeing individually tailored to the person's needs. In my case I'd gained significant weight post-covid and exacerbated sleep apnea. Things were Chronic to the point where I could not drive more than 20 minutes and had trouble concentrating with work. This was compounded by grief having lost my wife not that long ago. She tailored an eating, supplement and coaching plan, listened attentively that helped me work from the inside out, gut health, fitness and weight management, in an encouraging and positive approach - teaching me "how to fish rather than giving me things to eat" and get back on my feet. Anca requested bloodwork, working with my GP and tailored supplements accordingly. Having a regular consult has resulted in huge improvements in quality of life, emotional as well as physical health. Concentration, the weight came off easily, I learned to love fresh food and can cook a mean healthy meal these days. My morale is through the roof and I'm enjoying life and getting out again.
Pierre
I had a very positive experience seeing Anca. I learnt a great deal about my body and mind through a number of methods. My gut health improved greatly, and my attitude towards eating changed. I use her relaxation methods to help me sleep and take time for me when stress starts to increase.
Not a day goes by that I don't think about what Anca taught me. Her knowledge and wisdom astounds me. Thank you.
Lisa
Working with Anca over the last 18mo has been transformative. I will admit I was sceptical at first, my body wasn't making it easy for Anca. Then I found that the sessions seemed to untangle emotional knots I didn't even realise were affecting me. The adjustments in my energy field translated into shifts in my mental and emotional state, I am feeling lighter, mentally clearer and calmer. I highly recommend Anca for anyone who is looking for a reset, growth and healing.
Teresa
Why Burnout Runs Deeper Than You Think
Burnout isn’t just emotional. It's a physical state caused by:
- Hormonal depletion (adrenals, thyroid, cortisol)
- Nutrient deficiencies (magnesium, iron, B vitamins, D)
- Gut and brain imbalances
- Unresolved trauma or emotional suppression
- Chronic nervous system overactivation
When your system is depleted, rest alone won’t fix it. You need active rebuilding.
how somatic therapy helps stress and burn out
Somatic therapy gently supports your body to:
- Release stored tension and stress patterns
- Reconnect with safety and stability
- Regulate your nervous system and improve resilience
I use:
- Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal work
- Sensorimotor Therapy, breathwork, sound therapy
- Integrative talk, emotional tracking and boundary-setting
These tools help you move from exhaustion to grounded vitality.
Burnout & Stress Counselling in Melbourne – Trauma-Informed Somatic Therapy for Lasting Relief
How does somatic therapy help with stress and burnout?
Somatic therapy works by helping the body release stored tension and regulate the nervous system. Chronic stress and burnout often keep the body stuck in a fight-or-flight state. Through gentle body-based techniques, you can restore a sense of safety, calm and clarity. It’s especially effective when mental fatigue and emotional overwhelm have become physical.
What role does nutrition play in stress and burnout recovery?
Nutritional therapy supports the body’s biochemistry and energy systems. Chronic stress depletes vital nutrients, disrupts blood sugar balance, and affects hormones. We use targeted nutrition to replenish what’s missing, reduce inflammation and support adrenal and nervous system function — helping you regain energy, focus and mood stability.
What makes your approach to burnout support different in Melbourne?
At B-ME Lifestyle, I integrate somatic psychotherapy, nutritional therapy and lifestyle medicine to address both the physical and emotional causes of burnout. You won’t just get tips to manage stress — we’ll work together to restore your energy, balance your body, and rebuild your resilience from the inside out.
Who can benefit from your stress and burnout sessions in Melbourne?
These sessions are ideal for professionals, carers, healthcare workers, parents or anyone feeling physically drained, emotionally depleted, or stuck in survival mode. If you’ve tried other therapies and still feel exhausted or disconnected, this body-centred, holistic approach can help.
What happens in a typical stress and burnout consultation?
Each session is personalised. We begin with a full health and lifestyle assessment to understand how stress is affecting your body and mind. From there, I may incorporate somatic techniques, nutrition planning, nervous system regulation, and practical lifestyle shifts to support healing and recovery.
Are your services for stress and burnout claimable on private health insurance in Melbourne?
Some services may be eligible depending on your cover and the type of therapy provided. I can guide you on what may be claimable and provide appropriate invoices for submission to your fund.
Do you offer online sessions for stress and burnout support if I’m outside of Melbourne?
Yes. I offer both in-person consultations in Melbourne and online sessions Australia-wide. This gives you flexibility to access support no matter where you’re located.
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