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A lifetime of impact Australia is facing a growing mental health crisis, and the need for well-trained, values-driven counsellors has never been greater. Our communities are calling for practitioners who are both professionally equipped and deeply grounded in...
An Invitation to Flourish
Finding Your Rhythm with God: Creating a Rule for Life We all live by unspoken rules. Phrases such as “Do your best,” “Never give up,” or “Work harder” often shape our daily choices and patterns. Whether we realise it or not, these mottos guide how we spend our time...
R U OK? Listening, Caring, and Pointing to Hope
R U OK? Day: Listening, Caring, and Pointing to Hope Today is R U OK Day checking in with care, a national reminder of the power of a simple question. Four small words—“Are you OK?”—can open the door to a conversation that brings light into someone’s darkest place. As...
World Suicide Prevention Day | Every Life Matters
World Suicide Prevention Day: Every Life Matters Every year on 10 September, World Suicide Prevention Day invites us to pause, reflect, and respond. Suicide isn’t just a statistic—it’s a deeply human and heart-wrenching reality affecting families, churches, and...
Christian Revival in Australia – We Need Counsellors
Revival Is Here. Are You Ready? Across the world—and here in Australia—we’re seeing signs of a Christian revival. In the middle of rising anxiety, fractured communities, and a search for stability, more people are returning to faith. And not just in theory—church...
Who Told You That? Replacing False Narratives with God’s Truth
The Stories We Tell Ourselves And the invitation to realign with God’s story We are storied people. Every one of us is shaped—not just by our experiences, but by the meaning we make of them. The human mind naturally organises life into narrative. We take events,...
Sharon’s Story: Her Path to Christian Counselling Success
From Study to Success: Sharon’s Story on Building a Life That Makes a Difference Discover the Real Journey of Becoming a Christian Counsellor and Why It Might Be the Next Step in Your Story. ▶️ FREE WEBINAR Click this link to register Hosted by AIFC’s CEO, Nicholas...
Mid-Life Career Change: From Overwhelmed Learner to Qualified Christian Counsellor
“You have been equipped for this” Sharon’s journey from overwhelmed learner to qualified Christian counsellor At her recent graduation, Sharon stood before a packed room and opened her speech with honesty and grace: “There were definitely moments when I was...
Why Christian Coaching Matters
Why So Many People Are Working with Coaches — And Why It Matters In a world filled with noise, pressure, and constant change, more people than ever are looking for clarity. They’re asking: Who am I becoming? What’s next for me? How do I grow without burning out? And...
Breaking Through the Terror Barrier: Reclaiming Your Power Over Fear
Breaking Through the Terror Barrier: A Christian Perspective on Fear, Calling, and Change Fear is not just an emotion—it’s a spiritual and psychological threshold. In coaching language, we call this the Terror Barrier: the invisible wall that rises whenever we...
The Dual Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
Introduction Social media is a bit like a two-sided coin for teenagers these days. It’s a great platform for teens to share who they are, make friends, and learn new things. It can also be tough, with lots of pressure to look perfect, dealing with mean...
The Mid-Life Leap into Christian Counselling Changed Her Life
“I didn’t have it all figured out. I just knew it was time to start.”Sharon’s story of faith, fear, and becoming a Christian counsellor “I Googled the average age of counselling students… It said 45. Suddenly, what felt impossible started to feel within reach.” When...