Whitsunday Counselling and Support Inc.

13/11/2026

12/11/2026

🌟 Happy World Kindness Day! 🌟

Today is a gentle reminder of the power of small acts—and that includes saving a little gentleness for yourself:

👋 A warm smile on your morning walk.
☕ Asking a friend or colleague how they’re really going.
🌱 Speaking to yourself with the same empathy you offer others.
🤝 Reaching out when you need a listening ear.

Small acts build a stronger, kinder Whitsunday community.

At Whitsunday Counselling & Support, we're here if you or someone you care about needs a safe space to talk. Reach out to our team at 0749-462-999 or visit https://www.whitsundaycs.com.au/ 🌟

How are you passing along a little kindness today? Drop a comment below or tag someone who brightens your world! 👇✨

06/11/2026

Thanks to Mackay and Whitsunday Life for covering another great WCS event 💜🩵

04/11/2026

We were thrilled to have Peta Franklin, Whitsunday Zonta International Woman of the Year, return to WCS to facilitate a powerful session on Non-Fatal Strangulation on behalf of the Red Rose Foundation.

Peta is a force of nature. As a social worker, counsellor, facilitator, and external supervisor, she tackles complex and confronting topics with incredible warmth, insight, and authenticity.

This training comes at a critical time. Non-fatal strangulation is potentially lethal and a recognized indicator of high risk for future serious violence and domestic homicide. Because serious complications can develop without visible injuries, the absence of a visible mark must never be mistaken for an absence of danger.

This reality was highlighted publicly by the refusal of a high profile bail application regarding alleged charges of domestic strangulation and assault. It reinforces how vital it is that strangulation allegations are taken seriously, safety is prioritised, and affected individuals receive specialist support throughout legal proceedings.

Our team walked away feeling inspired, challenged, and better equipped to support our community. We’re so grateful to learn from one of the region's best—even if we can't convince Peta to rejoin our team permanently! 💜🌹

02/11/2026

💙 Heartfelt Thanks to Coastal Brush! 💙

We are deeply grateful to Coastal Brush for selecting Whitsunday Counselling and Support as a recipient of their wonderful new community initiative, GOOD,WORKS*!

Thanks to their incredible generosity, we’ve received a donation of brand-new bedding sheets and cozy pajamas. These essential items make a world of difference in providing comfort, warmth, and dignity to individuals and families during times when they need it most.

It takes a whole community to support one another, and initiatives like GOOD,WORKS* showcase the true spirit of local care. Thank you to the team at Coastal Brush for thinking of us and standing alongside our mission to support local families! 🌟✨

02/11/2026

Reclaim the Night 2026: Thank You, Whitsundays! 💜✨

What an incredible night of solidarity and strength! Last Friday, our community came together for our Reclaim the Night march, standing side-by-side to raise our voices against sexual violence and share a clear message: everyone deserves to feel safe in our community, anywhere, at any time.

A huge thank you to:

Our community: Every individual, family, and friend who walked alongside us and raised their voice.

Our guest speakers: Everyone who shared their powerful stories and words of inspiration—your speeches set the tone for an extraordinary night.

The WCS team: Our staff and counsellors who worked behind the scenes to make this evening possible.

Sexual Violence Awareness Month may be wrapping up, but our commitment to a safer Whitsundays continues every day.

Need support? We’re here for you:

📞 Whitsunday Counselling & Support: (07) 4946 2999 (Mon–Fri, 8:30am–4:30pm)

📞 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 (24/7 National Line)

📞 DVConnect Womensline: 1800 811 811 (24/7 QLD)

Thank you for standing with us. 💜

29/10/2026

🔴 Wear Red for Day for Daniel! 🔴

Today, we’re wearing red to support Day for Daniel and help raise awareness for child safety across our community.

Created by the Daniel Morcombe Foundation, today is a powerful reminder to teach our children how to:
1️⃣ Recognise safety clues (like butterflies or a racing heart).

2️⃣ React by moving away from unsafe situations.

3️⃣ Report to a trusted adult in their safety network.

Child safety is everyone's business. Learn more and access free resources at danielmorcombe.com.au.

The Daniel Morcombe Foundation provides personal child safety education to children and young people at no cost, to prevent harm and abuse.

29/10/2026

Such a great turnout for Bowen’s Reclaim the Night march!! 💜

A massive thank you to everyone who came out, walked with us, and showed your support for this incredibly important cause. Your presence and solidarity mean the world as we stand together to take back the night and advocate for a safer, more respectful community for everyone.

A very special thank you to the Bowen Domestic Violence Action Group (DVAG) for helping to put this together and for your tireless work in our community.

Remember, the Airlie Beach march is happening tomorrow, so we hope to see even more of you there to keep this momentum going! 💪✨

28/10/2026

✨ Celebrating 2 Years of Claudia at WCS! ✨
Claudia has been a part of the WCS team for two years, bringing warmth, dedication and her Dutch spirit to the team and the women and families she supports. With over 10 years of social work experience in the Netherlands before moving to Australia six years ago, Claudia combines her wealth of knowledge and caring nature to make a meaningful difference across our community.
When Claudia first arrived in Australia in 2021, she was thrown straight into the deep end living and working in rural Queensland—serving as a counsellor for children across Moranbah, Clermont, Dysart and Nebo, alongside working as a Domestic Violence and Mental Health Counsellor in Moranbah. She absolutely loved the experience, and Moranbah proved to be a wonderful stepping stone for her young family before moving here to the Whitsundays two years ago and joining us at WCS. Her motto is: "Good people make good places."
As a Domestic, Family Violence & Sexual Assault Counsellor, Claudia is deeply passionate about supporting and empowering women to build safer futures. She also spends one day a week at the Whitsunday Police Station as an embedded DFV Specialist, working closely with local police to ensure women and families can access immediate support right when they need it most.
A strong believer in the power of community connection, Claudia loves being part of our supportive team and getting involved in our local events, including our annual Candle Light Ceremony the Reclaim the Night march, and the Colour Run. Outside of work, Claudia is passionate about training horses and loves spending time out in nature.
We are incredibly grateful for the heart, care and commitment Claudia brings to her role every day. Thank you for two amazing years of making a difference in the lives of women and families in the Whitsundays.
Here’s to many more years with WCS, Claudia!