Under The Willow Tree Gippsland

Under The Willow Tree Gippsland At Under The Willow Tree Gippsland, we offer a range of Counselling, Equine/Animal Assisted Therapy and Learning as well as Life Coaching services.

These services are designed to help clients overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals. We offer one-on-one Counselling and Coaching sessions, via Phone and Zoom consultations, as well as in person (walk and talk or Nature based counselling sessions at my property near the beautiful Cowwarr Weir), to ensure that our clients can receive support whenever and wherever they need it. From Com

plex Traumas to Anxiety Disorders and everything in between such as Life After DV Support and support for Neurodivergent clients. Counsellor and Equine Therapist Caitlin has endeavored to create a peaceful, safe and nurturing environment where individuals, and families can seek guidance and support on their journeys towards personal growth and continual development of their strengths and worth. At Under The Willow Tree Gippsland we also offer Equine/Animal Assisted Therapy Sessions. Which has been hugely popular amongst all demographics. These sessions are individually designed to help the client to connect with animals in a meaningful way, promoting emotional healing and personal growth. Clients can develop trust, build confidence, and gain insight into their own behaviors and emotions. Owner Counsellor and Equine Therapist Caitlin has always had a passion for helping people. Caitlin is a married mother of 3 (12,11 and 1), and like most unfortunately in today's society, she too has been faced with some traumatic life events over her life. Which in turn has helped shape her incredible passion and understanding for working with people on a deeper level. Caitlin has found out not only for herself over the years just how therapeutic the equine/human relationship can be but the incredible benefits it has for her clients. It only fuels her aspirations in being able to provide such an amazing therapeutic experience. Caitlin started her younger self off in the field of Criminal Justice and decided as time went on she wanted to do something more direct within the therapeutic space to help guide people through all periods of their lives. Caitlin studied her Diploma of Counselling at the Australian Collage of Applied Psychology and gained her qualification back in 2015. Caitlin is also ACA accredited. Caitlin is also currently enrolled in her bachelor's with ACAP to enhance her skill set, so she can truly offer the best to her clients. Caitlin has of course over the years gained much more life experience and personal development to assist her professional role, as well as having gone on to continue to build her skill set and explore new Therapies such as studying her Practitioners Training at the Equine Assisted Wellbeing Institute. Caitlin, has also over the years facilitated DV Support/ Mental Health Groups, worked closely with youths and worked as an independent Support Worker for many different Clients is which she has always found very rewarding. She has also had many years working in the Equine world, as well as in the Agricultural world in which she went on to obtained her cert 3 in Agriculture as a part of that. Caitlin has always had a very big love and passion for animals and people. And she very much loves that she can combine her skill set to assist her clients through her love of animals. Under The Willow Tree Gippsland accepts Self-Managed and Plan Managed NDIS Participants. Full Insured

First Aid/CPR Trained. Working with Children Check and Police Checked. For more Information or to make a Booking, you can email [email protected] or alternatively Message our FB Page or Call 0478 674 143
www.underthewillowtreegippsland.com.au

02/06/2026

🌿 BREAK THE CYCLE. BUILD YOUR FUTURE. 🌿

At Under the Willow Tree Gippsland, we believe every young person deserves a safe space to grow, heal, and discover their strengths.

Our new 10-Week Teen Girls Program combines Equine-Assisted Learning, nature-based activities, creative exercises, goal setting, and supportive mentoring to help young people:

✨ Build confidence and self-worth✨ Develop healthy coping strategies✨ Improve emotional regulation✨ Learn healthy boundaries and relationships✨ Set meaningful goals for their future✨ Connect with others in a supportive environment

🐴 Available as Group Sessions or Individual Sessions⏰ 1-hour weekly sessions🌿 Ages 13–17

This program is designed to help participants break unhelpful cycles, discover their strengths, and create a future they can be proud of.

Places are limited.

📞 0478 674 143📧 [email protected]🌐 www.underthewillowtreegippsland.com.au

Because every young person deserves someone to walk beside them while they find their way. 💚

Love our groupies 🌷🦄
02/06/2026

Love our groupies 🌷🦄

We lovvveee our weekly groupies 🌷🌷
02/06/2026

We lovvveee our weekly groupies 🌷🌷

As the founder and counsellor at Under the Willow Tree Gippsland, I feel incredibly grateful and honoured to have the op...
02/06/2026

As the founder and counsellor at Under the Willow Tree Gippsland, I feel incredibly grateful and honoured to have the opportunity to work alongside schools such as Narracan Primary School.

Supporting children and young people is something I am deeply passionate about, and it is a privilege to be welcomed into school communities that value the wellbeing, growth, and resilience of their students. Every child deserves the opportunity to feel heard, supported, and empowered, and I love being able to contribute to that journey.

While many people know Under the Willow Tree Gippsland for individual counselling and equine-assisted therapy, I also offer a range of school-based opportunities tailored to the needs of students, staff, and families. These include wellbeing presentations, small group programs, resilience and emotional regulation workshops, goal-setting programs, nature-based activities, and educational sessions designed to support social and emotional development.

I believe that meaningful support comes in many forms, and by working collaboratively with schools, we can create opportunities for young people to build confidence, strengthen connections, develop healthy coping strategies, and recognise their own strengths.

It is truly beautiful to witness the growth that occurs when schools, families, and support services come together with a shared goal of helping children thrive. I am thankful for the trust placed in me and look forward to continuing to support local school communities through innovative, compassionate, and engaging wellbeing programs.

Caitlin Crichton Counsellor & Founder Under the Willow Tree Gippsland🐎🐎🐎🦄🦄🦄

"You've changed."Maybe you have.Not because you've become someone else, but because you've learned that constantly pouri...
30/05/2026

"You've changed."

Maybe you have.

Not because you've become someone else, but because you've learned that constantly pouring from an empty cup leaves nothing left for you.

You've learned that healing looks like setting boundaries without guilt. It looks like saying "no" when something doesn't align with your values. It looks like choosing peace over chaos, growth over comfort, and self-respect over people-pleasing.

At Under the Willow Tree Gippsland, I often remind people that protecting your peace isn't selfish—it's necessary. When you continually put everyone else's needs before your own, you can become exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from yourself.

Pouring into your own cup means:

🌱 Prioritising your wellbeing🌱 Taking time to rest and recharge🌱 Letting go of what no longer serves you🌱 Surrounding yourself with people who respect your boundaries🌱 Giving yourself the same compassion you so freely give to others

Your growth may make some people uncomfortable because they were used to the version of you that never said no, never asked for more, and never put yourself first.

But healing isn't about staying the same to keep others comfortable.

It's about becoming the healthiest, strongest, and most authentic version of yourself.

Protect your peace.Honour your growth.Fill your cup first.

Because you cannot pour from an empty one. 🌿

Caitlin — Under the Willow Tree Gippsland

Counselling • Equine Assisted Therapy • Telehealth Australia Wide

www.underthewillowtreegippsland.com.au

30/05/2026

At Under the Willow Tree Gippsland, we offer more than just counselling — we create a space where people feel seen, heard, and truly supported 🌿

Our counselling sessions are built around genuine connection. We take the time to understand your story, working alongside you at your pace, with evidence-based approaches that are grounded in compassion, safety, and respect. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, life changes, or simply feeling stuck, you’re not alone here.

What makes us different is how we blend traditional counselling with Equine Assisted Therapy 🐴

Working with horses offers a powerful, hands-on way to explore emotions, build confidence, and develop trust. Horses are incredibly intuitive — they respond to what we feel, not just what we say. This creates real-time opportunities for growth, self-awareness, and healing in a calm, natural environment.

✨ Why people choose us: • A warm, down-to-earth approach
• Trauma-informed and up-to-date practices
• Unique equine-assisted experiences
• A safe, non-judgmental space for all ages
• Real connection — not just clinical sessions
• Telehealth counselling available Australia-wide 💻
• Spaces available for school groups & NDIS participant groups

Under the Willow Tree is about walking alongside you — whether that’s in the counselling room, out in the paddock, in a group setting, or from the comfort of your own home.

If you’re ready to take that step, we’re here 🌟
[email protected]
0478 674 143
📍 Based in Gippsland
📩 Message us or contact us to book

25/05/2026

The animals and i are taking a few days off 🙈 the office will be closed from Wednesday this week the 27th until the Monday the 1st of June 🌷 see you all back starting the 2nd of June 🌷🌷

Our new parking spot located right next to the office 🌷
25/05/2026

Our new parking spot located right next to the office 🌷

New entry and packing area, instead of pulling in the main driveway you'll be able to pull in near the office space 😊 ro...
23/05/2026

New entry and packing area, instead of pulling in the main driveway you'll be able to pull in near the office space 😊 rock is coming Monday so there will be a whole designated parking bay for all our visitors nice and close. So look out for the parking sign at your next session to know which gate to come in 🌷🌷

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Cowwarr, VIC
3857

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