Counselling & Somatic Bodywork Therapies
CAMERA MODE/ANGLE
You do not need to have the camera on, however for new people to the online sessions I recommend that you have the camera on for at least the first few sessions so that I can offer postural support if needed via email. If using the camera you will need to setup your computer and camera so that it can show your whole body sitting on a yoga mat. A side ways angle is usually the best. Please make sure you are not too far away and that there is adequate lighting.
THE SESSIONS
Each session you will need the ZOOM meeting number.
We will use the one meeting number for the 6 sessions. Please plan to login 5-10mins before each class start time so as to prepare and allow space for any technical issues that may come up.
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IF NEW TO THESE CLASSES DOWNLOAD FUZE
ZOOM is the platform that we connect to for these classes which is very easy to use and is free for participants. If this is your first time participating in these classes using ZOOM, please make sure you successfully download. By clicking on the meeting link your computer should automatically download the application software for you so just follow the prompts. It should only take a few minutes to do this and then once downloaded it will stay on your computer. The ZOOM meeting link for the live classes is posted in the Course Login page.
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TIMEZONES
The Course dates and times are scheduled in Australian NSW AEDT times.
Please check your own time-zone by using the time converter
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RECORDINGS
I recommend that if your schedule allows for you to attend the live sessions, then you commit to this. However if you are unable, the sessions will be recorded and available up to 7 days after each live session. These will be posted within 30mins of the live class on the Course Login page.
4 Williamstown Rd, Kingsville 3012
0405 007 670
MELBOURNE
0405 007 670
NEWPORT
About Marika
Marika is a warm, vibrant and intuitive Holistic Counsellor and Somatic Bodywork Therapist with 18 years experience working directly with clients. Across all her work the deep care and well-being of people is the consistent underlying thread. Marika simply loves supporting people and facilitating the growth and learning that comes with an inner inquiry.
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Marika brings a steady presence and clear focus to her clients and enjoys providing a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the patterns, behaviours and mindsets that limits health and wellbeing.
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Understanding firsthand the realities and stresses that work and life can bring means her Counselling and well-being programs are very relatable to her participants. She is dedicated to providing quality services with the utmost of integrity, offering clients an opportunity to re-connect to the harmony, joy and wisdom that naturally lies within.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management & Marketing, RMIT
Masters of Counselling (currently completing April 2026)
Diploma of Counselling - ACA Registered
Gottman Method Couples Therapy - The Gottman Institute
Mental Health First Aid - Mental Health First Aid Australia Registered
Cert IV TAE - Trainer & Assessor
Diploma of Remedial Massage - AMT Registered
Cert IV Relaxation Massage - AMT Registered
Yoga & Meditation Teacher - EPA Registered
Complementary Therapies Practitioner - EPA Registered
A snapshot of Marika's health and well-being background…
Since 2007 Marika has operated a private clinic offering Counselling, Lifestyle & Business Coaching, Massage, Complementary Therapies, Yoga and Meditation. She is inspired by the profound support, connection and harmony that Counselling and the complementary therapies bring to people’s bodies and lives, including her own. When needed Marika enjoys being able to offer and support clients with a blended modality approach to address both mental health needs and body ailments. She has dedicated over 20 years on personal development and bodywork modality training to refine her skills and understanding of the mind-body connection and its impact on our emotional and physical well-being.
Marika also has a background as a contractor in the corporate arena and has had the privilege of working within many different companies across government, private enterprise and small business utilising her Project Management, Operations Management and Training & Development nous. This has provided her with valuable lived experience in business to be able to relate to and support many clients with their everyday issues. As a result of this Marika's Counselling skills are well utilised in the EAP Counselling space and emergency Rapid Response seeing her support staff onsite in small and large organisations across Australia.
Marika is also a Trainer & Assessor for the 'Diploma of Counselling' and the 'Diploma of Massage' at the well-respected Evolve College. Training is something that has been a lifelong passion for Marika, and presenting so natural and a joy no matter what industry it is in. Turning complexity into simplicity and having fun doing it has always been easy for Marika. She is a natural in the classroom and absolutely loves supporting the growth of others.
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