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# The GFTC

A WHOLISITIC APPROACH TO MENTAL HEALTH

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://thegftc.com.au/blog/)
- [A short break from Social Media is important.](https://thegftc.com.au/2020/11/06/a-short-break-from-social-media-is-important/) - Inceptos torquent proin semper porttitor lectus, tempor magnis habitasse libero penatibus elementum ante torquent ac consectetuer porta penatibus tellus. Tristique adipiscing odio posuere ligula fringilla, vel non laoreet nunc. Bibendum odio a imperdiet potenti duis eros. Odio scelerisque libero dapibus turpis neque. Ac et vel. Primis morbi pretium cras primis natoque viverra natoque pellentesque. Morbi
- [Balancing your love and work life.](https://thegftc.com.au/2020/11/06/balancing-your-love-and-work-life/) - Inceptos torquent proin semper porttitor lectus, tempor magnis habitasse libero penatibus elementum ante torquent ac consectetuer porta penatibus tellus. Tristique adipiscing odio posuere ligula fringilla, vel non laoreet nunc. Bibendum odio a imperdiet potenti duis eros. Odio scelerisque libero dapibus turpis neque. Ac et vel. Primis morbi pretium cras primis natoque viverra natoque pellentesque. Morbi
- [Keeping your family Happy & Healthy](https://thegftc.com.au/2020/11/06/keeping-your-family-happy-healthy/) - Inceptos torquent proin semper porttitor lectus, tempor magnis habitasse libero penatibus elementum ante torquent ac consectetuer porta penatibus tellus. Tristique adipiscing odio posuere ligula fringilla, vel non laoreet nunc. Bibendum odio a imperdiet potenti duis eros. Odio scelerisque libero dapibus turpis neque. Ac et vel. Primis morbi pretium cras primis natoque viverra natoque pellentesque. Morbi
- [Know the worth of your body and mind.](https://thegftc.com.au/2020/11/04/know-the-worth-of-your-body-and-mind/) - Inceptos torquent proin semper porttitor lectus, tempor magnis habitasse libero penatibus elementum ante torquent ac consectetuer porta penatibus tellus. Tristique adipiscing odio posuere ligula fringilla, vel non laoreet nunc. Bibendum odio a imperdiet potenti duis eros. Odio scelerisque libero dapibus turpis neque. Ac et vel. Primis morbi pretium cras primis natoque viverra natoque pellentesque. Morbi
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## Pages

- [Gold Coast Growing From Trauma Centre](https://thegftc.com.au/) - on the Gold Coast GFTC provides an array of innovative and evidence-based mental health focused services on the Gold Coast OUR TEAM WHAT'S ON FOR A TRULY INTEGRATED APPROACH Let me introduce I’m Dan Ireland – Founder & Expert Psychotherapist based now on the Gold Coast. Experiences of psychological trauma and significant changes in our
- [Staff Wellbeing](https://thegftc.com.au/staff-wellbeing/) - Let me introduce I’m Dan Ireland – Founder & Expert Psychotherapist based now on the Gold Coast. The GFTC is dedicated to research based effective, trauma-informed, positive mental health focused practices that help employees at all levels safely engage in mental health and resilience based practices and theories. Symptoms of Poor Mental Health affects a
- [One Page GFTC](https://thegftc.com.au/one-page-gftc/) - Welcome to the GFTC. We are everything you would hope a wholistic centre focused on healing, resilience and wellbeing would be... AWAKENING THROUGH ADVERSITY (6 WEEK COURSE) UNDERSTANDING ANXIETY FROM THE HUMAN GIVENS MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE BEGINNERS COURSE FOR STRESS & ANXIETY OUR 10 WEEK MINDFULNESS, MOVEMENT & BREATHWORK COURSE FOR TRAUMA AND POOR MENTAL
- [Dan Ireland](https://thegftc.com.au/dan-ireland/) - Dan Ireland - Founder, Psychotherapist and Informed Mindfulness TeacherWe are everything you would hope a wholistic centre focused on healing, resilience and wellbeing would be... A process of trust, understanding & patienceDan is the founder of Positive Mental Health Focused companies, Awareful, Mindful Gold Coast, Mindfulness in Jersey, Happy-Eating and of course The GFTC.He is
- [Building Resilience](https://thegftc.com.au/building-resilience/) - Building Resilience...The workshops raise awareness of the relationship between resilience, health and performance, and include the practice of simple resilience techniques, skills and tools that can be easily integrated into the working day. In house, online or at our centre in Burleigh HeadsBuilding Resilience with Dan Ireland Over the decade that we’ve run courses, we
- [Ryan Gambin](https://thegftc.com.au/ryan-gambin/) - Ryan Gambin - Founder, Strength & Conditioning InstructorWe are everything you would hope a wholistic centre focused on healing, resilience and wellbeing would be... A process of trust, understanding & patienceRyan Gambin is a 2008 Beijing Olympian (100m Butterfly) and multiple national record holder who successfully transitioned into a world renowned Strength and Conditioning coach
- [Jill Borin](https://thegftc.com.au/jill-borin/) - Jill Borin - Founder, Pilates InstructorWe are everything you would hope a wholistic centre focused on healing, resilience and wellbeing would be... A process of trust, understanding & patienceJill Borin is a certified Reformer, Matt and TRX Instructor. Having trained in Pilates since 2012 we are very happy to welcome her to the AWAREFUL Wellness
- [Naomi Pickrell-Young](https://thegftc.com.au/naomi-pickrell-young/) - Naomi Pickrell-Young - Founder, Yoga InstructorWe are everything you would hope a wholistic centre focused on healing, resilience and wellbeing would be... A process of trust, understanding & patienceNaomi has completed her 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Michelle Merrifield at Essence of Living in 2013. Since then she has continued to practice Ashtanga yoga
- [Our Team](https://thegftc.com.au/our-team/) - Collaboration is the keyWe are everything you would hope a wholistic centre focused on healing, resilience and wellbeing would be... A process of trust and understandingTrauma and Mental Health is different for all people, which means we grow and heal in many differing ways... which is why we have created a centre to cater to
- [Massage Therapy](https://thegftc.com.au/massage-therapy/) - Trauma Informed MassageWe believe in the healing potential of Massage for those that have experienced trauma... Trauma Informed Massage Approach60 min session - $100 (concessions available for students & unemployed) For those in a therapeutic process where touch therapy can be incorporated into your recovery plan. You must be supported by a mental health social
- [Courses](https://thegftc.com.au/courses/) - Our CoursesCourses designed to give you the tools to simplify and grow from trauma and poor mental health symptoms Weight Lifting TherapyExcellent for: - Trauma - Stress & Anxiety - Feeling Low - Depression Mindfulness & Breathwork TherapyExcellent for: - Trauma - Stress & Anxiety - Feeling Low - Changes in sleep Yoga TherapyExcellent for:
- [Contact Form](https://thegftc.com.au/contact-form/) - What will the workshops be covering> The truth behind Mindfulness > Compassion & Empathy > Exhaustion and performance (home and work)Who can sign up? We are thrilled to offer this course to anyone over 15 You will learn life long habits for well-being and skills to support a healthy mind in the workplace. Let’s Talk
- [Activities](https://thegftc.com.au/activities/) - ActivitesWant to discover more ways to strengthen your mental wellbeing? Check out the following tools, activities, tips and inspiration. Activities for a stronger mental wellbeingBuild your Mental Wellbeing with some simple activities... Strong mental wellbeing gives you resilience in the face of life’s challenges and is something we can all benefit from. Fortunately, you can
- [Our Approach to Trauma](https://thegftc.com.au/our-approach-to-trauma/) - Why our process matters...In our trauma-informed services, trauma survivors are seen as unique individuals who have experienced extremely abnormal situations and have managed as best they could. Growth from Trauma & Symptoms of Poor Mental Health CentreThe GFTC's sole purpose is to give you the tools to grow from trauma and the symptoms of poor
- [Trauma Informed Workplace](https://thegftc.com.au/trauma-informed-workplace/) - Trauma Informed Workplace...For some employees, the challenges they face outside of the workplace may create a toxic overload of stress that influences their behaviour in the workplace. Many events that may have happened both inside and outside the workplace can affect how they feel about themselves and their environment and interfere with their ability to
- [Agile Thinking](https://thegftc.com.au/agile-thinking/) - Agile Thinking...The Agile Thinking through Change Program created by Dan Ireland, focuses on Acceptance & Commitment based strategies to overcome change. Acceptance and Commitment focused practises are science-based models of behavioural change, supported by a vast body of scientific research (35 years). In house, online or at our centre in Burleigh HeadsAgile Thinking with Dan
- [Introduction to Mindfulness](https://thegftc.com.au/introduction-to-mindfulness/) - Introduction to Mindfulness...The Globally Recognised Breathworks Mindfulness for Stress, teaches mindfulness and compassion to help improve your staffs productivity and most importantly their quality of life. Join the thousands of other companies around the world who have discovered the power of mindfulness and compassion in dealing with the stresses of daily life. In house, online
- [rethinking stress](https://thegftc.com.au/rethinking-stress/) - Rethinking stress...Built by psychotherapists using the latest research, the Rethinking Stress Workshop is based on the understanding that well-being is a skill that can be trained, supporting reduced stress, improved relationships, increased focus, and better health. In house, online or at our centre in Burleigh HeadsRethinking Stress Workshop with Dan Ireland In today’s high stress,
- [Supporting Healthy Minds](https://thegftc.com.au/supporting-healthy-minds/) - Supporting healthy minds...Built by psychotherapists using the latest research, the Supporting Healthy Minds Program is based on the understanding that well-being is a skill that can be trained, supporting reduced stress, improved relationships, increased focus, and better health. In house, online or at our centre in Burleigh HeadsBespoke Supporting Healthy Minds Program with Dan Ireland
- [Social Withdrawal](https://thegftc.com.au/social-withdrawal/) - Do you feel like you are withdrawing from society?Social Withdrawal, or avoiding social situations, like not wanting to catch up with friends and family, is a reaction to how you are feeling... It can also include no longer wanting to take part in sports, activities, hobbies and skills. Social Withdrawal or Emotionally Distant? Maybe you
- [Human Givens Approach](https://thegftc.com.au/human-givens-approach/) - The Human Givens Approach to Psychology...Human Givens Psychotherapy is a highly practical and effective framework for emotional health and clear thinking that has wide-ranging applications… Human Givens helps in healing and growing from: Trauma & PTSD Addictions Anxiety & Stress RESEARCH ON HUMAN GIVENS Submit your details to book yourself an online consultation now. Full
- [depression](https://thegftc.com.au/depression/) - Depression, and your mental health...While we all feel sad, moody or low from time to time, some people experience these feelings intensely, for long periods of time. Depression is more than just a low mood – it's a serious condition that affects your physical and mental health. Different views of Depression through Beyond Blue: What
- [stress and anxiety](https://thegftc.com.au/stress-and-anxiety/) - The impact of Stress & Anxiety...Everyone feels anxious and stressed from time to time. When these feelings don't go away, happen without any particular reason or make it hard to cope with daily life it may be worth while seeking professional support. What can stress and anxiety look like (physically): What is Human Givens and
- [Relationships and Mental Health](https://thegftc.com.au/relationships-and-mental-health/) - One of the biggest impacts on our Mental Health... are relationshipsToxic relationships cause feelings of low self-worth, helplessness, fear, anxiety, depression, insecurity, paranoia, and even narcissism. “Toxic relationships are dangerous to your mental & physical health" Relationships and our Mental Health What is Human Givens and how can it help? Growth from Trauma Centre, Burleigh
- [Individual Sessions](https://thegftc.com.au/individual-sessions/) - Individual Sessions with World Class TrainersAs a collective we have worked with over 10,000 people across the globe to learn personal regulation skills through compassion, empowerment, strength, mental and physical resilience. Weight Lifting TherapyExcellent for: - Trauma - Stress & Anxiety - Feeling Low - Depression Mindfulness & Breathwork TherapyExcellent for: - Trauma - Stress
- [Our Centre](https://thegftc.com.au/our-centre/) - Our CentreOur centre is a hub of courses, workshops, talks and 1 to 1 sessions all focused on growth, healing and self-compassion Psychotherapy Mindfulness & Breathwork Strength & Conditioning Pilates & Yoga Small Group SizesA centre focused purely on helping you to heal and grow All of our therapists, coaches and teachers are trained not
- [TESTIMONIALS](https://thegftc.com.au/testimonials/) - Some recent testimonials: Jodie Hepburn Since the murder of my son, this has been the first time I have been free of the constant bombardment of images and guilt. It has helped me to remember him the way I would want too. I can’t thank you enough. Kirk Roberts I have not been able to
- [Sleeping pattern change](https://thegftc.com.au/sleeping-pattern-change/) - Has your sleeping pattern and/or eating pattern changed?Changes in eating or sleeping patterns are usually some of the first signs that you are currently not coping, and it is time to reach out for support. An amazing TED education session.... What would happen if you didn’t sleep? How the food you eat affects your brain?
- [Mindfulness & Breathwork Therapy](https://thegftc.com.au/mindfulness-and-breathwork-therapy/) - Trauma & Anxiety Informed Mindfulness & BreathworkWe believe in the healing potential of Mindfulness and Breathwork for those that have experienced trauma and suffering with symptoms of poor mental health... Trauma Informed Mindfulness & Breathwork Approach60 min session - $100 (concessions available for students & unemployed) Mindfulness and Breathworks can be used as a powerful
- [Pilates Therapy](https://thegftc.com.au/pilates-therapy/) - Trauma Informed PilatesWe believe in the healing potential of pilates for those that have experienced trauma... Trauma Informed Pilates Approach60 min session - $100 (concessions available for students & unemployed) Pilates is a mind body movement experience. Joseph Pilates wrote about this in his book Return to Life and there is a growing body of
- [Weight Lifting Therapy](https://thegftc.com.au/weight-lifting-therapy/) - Trauma Informed Weight LiftingWe believe in the healing potential of weight lifting and fitness for those that have experienced trauma... Trauma Informed Weight Lifting Approach60 min session - $100 (concessions available for students & unemployed) An embodied practice and intervention that is informed by the latest in neuroscience and trauma research. It transforms weight lifting
- [Feeling Low](https://thegftc.com.au/feeling-low/) - Work, Relationships, Finances among others can affect our ability to regulate our Mood...Most people feel low sometimes, but if it's affecting your life, there are things you can try that may help. We offer person centred support if you're finding it hard to cope with your current low mood, sadness, lethargy/exhausted or depression. An amazing
- [What is Trauma](https://thegftc.com.au/what-is-trauma/) - Trauma may not be what you think...How would you know if you are being affected by particular events or circumstances that are happening in your life? Whether you recognised them as being traumatic or not... How does trauma affect your brain? Growth from Trauma Centre, Burleigh HeadsIf you felt anything on these videos relates to
- [Our Approach to Mental Health](https://thegftc.com.au/our-approach-to-mental-health/) - Why our process matters...We don’t treat people like patients or clients, our style of coaching is human, down to earth and focused on people. We’re here to empower people not tell them what to do with their lives. Growing from Symptoms of Poor Mental HealthWe don’t believe anyone is broken — we’ll create the space
- [Yoga Therapy](https://thegftc.com.au/yoga-therapy/) - Trauma Informed YogaAn embodied practice and intervention that is informed by the latest in neuroscience and trauma research. It seeks to utilise the union that is yoga in an effort to both promote and facilitate healing for trauma-impacted individuals. Trauma Informed Yoga Approach60 min session - $100 (concessions available for students & unemployed) Yoga can
- [Contact](https://thegftc.com.au/contact-3/) - Get in touchWhy not take advantage of our free 15 minute Video Call? Let’s Talk Phone: 0404 227 433 Email: dan@thegftc.com.au Opening Hours Mon – Fri: (9 am to 6 pm) Sat: (9 am to 2 pm) Sunday: (Closed) Find Us Unit 1, 80 Dover Drive, Burleigh Heads, 4220 How Can We Help?Submit your message
- [About](https://thegftc.com.au/about/) - Registered Sport and Exercise Nutritionist (SENr) Masters in Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition (MSc) Here to deliver factual, research based advice to prevent further spread of all the pseudo-science endorsed by non-qualified self appointed ‘nutritionists’. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON KIT CLICK HERE Ryan Gambin Dan Ireland HGDip, FCMI, BsOM, Breathworks Accredited Teacher British School
- [Book Appointment](https://thegftc.com.au/book-appointment/) - Get in touchHave queries before the appointment? Let’s Talk Phone: +1 921-124-9220 Email: hi@psychare.com My Timings Mon – Fri: (9 am to 6 pm) Sat: (10 am to 5 pm) Sunday: (Closed) Visiting here? 1870 Alpaca Way Irvine, New York, 92614. US Get Direction Book AppointmentSubmit your message and I will get in touch within
- [Blog](https://thegftc.com.au/blog-5/)
- [Pricing](https://thegftc.com.au/pricing/) - Consultation PricesSimple prices, flexible options, & nothing hidden. Individual $250 per one hour session Pay Per Session Expandable up to two hours Online Sessions Available GET STARTED CouplesPopular $300 per one hour session Pay Per Session Expandable up to two hours Online Sessions Available GET STARTED Business $400 per one hour session Pay Per Session
- [Contact](https://thegftc.com.au/contact-2/) - Address San Dor, 2 La Grand Jardin St Helier Parking Free Parking Minden Place CarPark after 6pm. Phone 07797787389 Email info@thegftc.com.au Opening Hours UPCOMING COURSES START DATE September 24th 7:45pm – 9pm @ Club Soulgenic DIRECTIONS All Classes will be held out of the beautiful Club Soulgenic on Union Street, St Helier. GET IN TOUCH!
- [Shop](https://thegftc.com.au/shop/)
- [Menu](https://thegftc.com.au/menu/) - Check out ourSEASONAL OFFERS SUMMER SPECIALS Green SaladWith classic Italian dressing$4.00[dt_fancy_separator separator_style=”dashed” separator_color=”custom” line_thickness=”1″ custom_separator_color=”rgba(34,34,34,0.15)”]Vegetable SoupWith whole-grain croutons$7.00[dt_fancy_separator separator_style=”dashed” separator_color=”custom” line_thickness=”1″ custom_separator_color=”rgba(34,34,34,0.15)”]T-Bone SteakWith grilled corn and wine sauce$25.00[dt_fancy_separator separator_style=”dashed” separator_color=”custom” line_thickness=”1″ custom_separator_color=”rgba(34,34,34,0.15)”]Fruit SaladStrawberry, peach, kiwi & vanilla sauce$5.00 Tasty dishesFOR LUNCHEVERYDAY 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM [dt_fancy_separator separator_style=”dashed” separator_color=”custom” line_thickness=”1″ custom_separator_color=”rgba(34,34,34,0.15)”]Kids LunchTomato soup with croutons

## Products

- [Beginners Breathwork](https://thegftc.com.au/product/beginners-breathwork/) - Not quite ready to commit to the 10 week course? We completely understand.... In this shortened introductory course you will learn some fundamental tools to gently enquire/explore, maybe re-ignite or replenish your understanding of this wonderful mental fitness training. What does this help? Trauma, Stress, Anxiety, Exhaustion, Low Mood & Social Withdrawal/Isolation. Your teacher Dan, is a Psychotherapist, Tibetan Buddhist and Emotional Intelligence lead that works throughout the UK, Europe and Australia. (for testimonials on him check out https://awareful.com.au/testimonials/) Breathwork is a process of settling our busy mind, easing our response to stress and oxygenating our body, awakening parts of us that have often laid dormant to our constantly busy, often emotional mind. In this 2-part workshop, Dan Ireland explains how to get started. It offers you an opportunity to reflect, be more thoughtful, ultomately cultivating some much need space to be me rational and compassionate. Time & Date 6pm – 7:15pm – Tuesday 15th of June (for 2 consecutive weeks) – (Course is Full Thank you)
- [Supporting Healthy Minds](https://thegftc.com.au/product/supporting-healthy-minds/) - Built by psychotherapists using the latest research, the 8-week Supporting Healthy Minds MasterClass is based on the understanding that well-being is a skill that can be trained, supporting reduced stress, improved relationships, increased focus, and better health. And importantly, you don’t need to be a good meditator to benefit from it. What does this help? Emotional Regulation, Emotional Understanding, Social Awareness, Stress, Anxiety & Trauma Dan Ireland, your course trainer, is a Psychotherapist, Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, Compassion & Mindfulness Accredited Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist. He has a wealth of experience working with people particularly with trauma and PTSD. He is also a Dementia Support Specialist for Dementia Australia delivering courses to carers on grief, loss and mental health strategies. The course is not therapy, it is strategies and techniques to empower you to better manage this emotional, irregular body and mind due to the impact of trauma or loss/grief. This course is limited to 6 people to ensure you get the most out of your investment in you. To date we have helped hundreds of clients to develop positive relationships with themselves and heal from these traumatic events. You’ll get the tools and actionable step-by-step materials you need to make this journey, this process enjoyable, relatable and heart strengthening. Next Course Starting - TBC (6 PLACES AVAILABLE) Location: Awareful Centre, Unit 1, 80 Dover Drive, Burleigh Heads, 4220
- [Developing Emotional Intelligence](https://thegftc.com.au/product/developing-emotional-intelligence/) - "We created this program focused on Emotional Intelligence because we want to develop a way of supporting your healing and growth out of the trauma or symptoms of poor mental health. If you’re here, it’s likely because you feel stressed out by life and managing the disruptive feelings or constant numbness you feel towards it, tools that really we should have learnt as kids." What does this help? Emotional Regulation, Emotional Understanding, Social Awareness, Stress, Anxiety. Dan Ireland, your course trainer, is a Psychotherapist, Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, Compassion & Mindfulness Accredited Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist. He has a wealth of experience working with people particularly with trauma and PTSD. He is also a Dementia Support Specialist for Dementia Australia delivering courses to carers on grief, loss and mental health strategies. The course is not therapy, it is strategies and techniques to empower you to better manage this emotional, irregular body and mind due to the impact of trauma or loss/grief. This course is limited to 6 people to ensure you get the most out of your investment in you. To date we have helped hundreds of clients to develop positive relationships with themselves and heal from these traumatic events. You’ll get the tools and actionable step-by-step materials you need to make this journey, this process enjoyable, relatable and heart strengthening. Next Course Starting - TBC (6 PLACES AVAILABLE) Location: Awareful Centre, Unit 1, 80 Dover Drive, Burleigh Heads, 4220
- [Awakening through Adversity](https://thegftc.com.au/product/awakening-through-adversity/) - Do you truly want to make a lasting difference to your life in 2022? “I have finally found a teacher of mindfulness who lives and breathes what he teaches and inspires you to change your life too”. Jane Freeland What is the most essential trait for an effective seeker, healer or teacher? Intelligence, skill, and compassion are important, but without presence, our work in service of others falls short of its potential. Practicing Awareness through Adversity is an opportunity to utilise adversity to help us awaken. This program has a group maximum of 12 people. These people will work closely together, under the guidance of experienced teacher and practitioner, Dan Ireland. YOU NEED TO BE REGULARLY PRACTICING TO BE A PART OF THIS GROUP What will this help? Emotional Regulation, Emotional Understanding, Connection, Compassion, Social Awareness, Stress, Anxiety & Trauma Dan Ireland, your course trainer, is a Psychotherapist, Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, Compassion & Mindfulness Accredited Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist. You’ll get the tools and actionable step-by-step materials you need to make this journey, this process enjoyable, relatable and heart strengthening. Starts Thursday 12th of May running for 6 Consecutive Thursdays – 5:45pm – 7pm finished with a 6 hour retreat (SOLD OUT THANK YOU) Starts Thursday 3rd of February running for 6 Consecutive Thursdays – 5:45pm – 7pm finished with a 6 hour retreat (SOLD OUT THANK YOU) Location: Awareful Meditation Centre, Burleigh Heads Cost: $185
- [Mindfulness, Movement & Breathwork Therapy](https://thegftc.com.au/product/mindfulness-movement-breathwork-therapy/) - "We created this program because we want to develop a way of supporting your healing and growth out of the trauma you have experienced. If you’re here, it’s likely because you feel stressed out by life and managing the disruptive feelings or constant numbness you feel towards it, tools that really we should have learnt as kids." What does this help? Trauma, Stress, Anxiety, Exhaustion, Low Mood & Social Withdrawal/Isolation. Dan Ireland, your course trainer, is a Psychotherapist, Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, Compassion & Mindfulness Accredited Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist. He has a wealth of experience working with people particularly with trauma and PTSD. He is also a Dementia Support Specialist for Dementia Australia delivering courses to carers on grief, loss and mental health strategies. The course is not therapy, it is strategies and techniques to empower you to better manage this emotional, irregular body and mind due to the impact of trauma or loss/grief. This course is limited to 6 people to ensure you get the most out of your investment in you. To date we have helped hundreds of clients to develop positive relationships with themselves and heal from these traumatic events. You’ll get the tools and actionable step-by-step materials you need to make this journey, this process enjoyable, relatable and heart strengthening. Next Course Starting - September (SOLD OUT THANK YOU) Location: Awareful Centre, Unit 1, 80 Dover Drive, Burleigh Heads, 4220
- [Beginners Mindfulness](https://thegftc.com.au/product/beginners-mindfulness/) - Not quite ready to commit to the 10 week course? We completely understand.... In this shortened introductory course you will learn some fundamental tools to gently enquire/explore, maybe re-ignite or replenish your understanding of this wonderful mental fitness training. What does this help? Trauma, Stress, Anxiety, Exhaustion, Low Mood & Social Withdrawal/Isolation. Your teacher Dan, is a Psychotherapist, Tibetan Buddhist and Emotional Intelligence lead that works throughout the UK, Europe and Australia. (for testimonials on him check out https://awareful.com.au/testimonials/) Mindfulness is a process of settling our busy mind, easing our response to stress and making changes to our unhelpful habits, awakening parts of us that have often laid dormant to our constantly busy, often emotional mind. In this 2-part workshop, Dan Ireland explains how to get started. It offers you an opportunity to reflect, be more thoughtful, ultomately cultivating some much need space to be me rational and compassionate. Time & Date 6pm – 7:15pm – Tuesday 15th of June (for 2 consecutive weeks) – (SOLD OUT THANK YOU)
- [Cultivating Compassion Mentorship - 12 months](https://thegftc.com.au/product/culitvating-compassion-mentorship/) - Do you truly want to make a lasting difference to your life in 2022? Have you struggled with mindfulness and meditation, compassion and breathwork and looking for regular, person centred classes held weekly with the same group of individuals to help deepen, connect and explore the truth of who you are? This mentorship is purely donation only, with a maximum of 15 people. These people will work closely together, under the guidance of experienced teacher and practitioner, Dan Ireland. YOU DO NOT NEED ANY EXPERIENCE TO BE A PART OF THIS GROUP What will this help? Emotional Regulation, Emotional Understanding, Connection, Compassion, Social Awareness, Stress, Anxiety & Trauma Dan Ireland, your course trainer, is a Psychotherapist, Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, Compassion & Mindfulness Accredited Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist. You’ll get the tools and actionable step-by-step materials you need to make this journey, this process enjoyable, relatable and heart strengthening. January 2022 (1 PLACE AVAILABLE) Location: Awareful Centre, Unit 1, 80 Dover Drive, Burleigh Heads, 4220 Cost: Donation per week/month, based on what you can afford that week (even if it is $0).
- [Cultivating Compassion Mentorship - 12 months (Online)](https://thegftc.com.au/product/cultivating-compassion-mentorship-12-months-online/) - Do you truly want to make a lasting difference to your life in 2022? Have you struggled with mindfulness and meditation, compassion and breathwork and looking for regular, person centred classes held weekly with the same group of individuals to help deepen, connect and explore the truth of who you are? This mentorship is purely donation only, with a maximum of 15 people. These people will work closely together, under the guidance of experienced teacher and practitioner, Dan Ireland. YOU DO NOT NEED ANY EXPERIENCE TO BE A PART OF THIS GROUP What will this help? Emotional Regulation, Emotional Understanding, Connection, Compassion, Social Awareness, Stress, Anxiety & Trauma Dan Ireland, your course trainer, is a Psychotherapist, Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, Compassion & Mindfulness Accredited Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist. You’ll get the tools and actionable step-by-step materials you need to make this journey, this process enjoyable, relatable and heart strengthening. January 2022 (COURSE FULL) - Thank You!! Location: Online via Teams and Zoom Cost: Donation per week/month, based on what you can afford that week (even if it is $0).
- [Understanding Anxiety from the Human Givens](https://thegftc.com.au/product/understanding-anxiety-from-the-human-givens/) - This free workshop with International Speaker, offering insight into anxiety, the human givens process and mindfulness as the path out of the struggle. Understanding Anxiety from the Human Givens Occasional anxiety is an expected part of life. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry. The short free session will be an accessible guide to understanding what causes anxiety disorders and the types of anxiety, their symptoms, common misconceptions, and how relationships are impacted. Importantly we will learn some evidence based practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others. December 16th - 6:30pm - 7:30pm (12 PLACES AVAILABLE) Location: Awareful Centre, Burleigh Heads Cost: Free

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