Renée Pukehika
​ "I have been a seeker and I still am,
but I stopped asking the books and the stars.
I started listening to the teaching of my Soul".
- Rumi
About Me
I am a deeply compassionate and sensitive person.
My sensitivity is an extraordinary gift, although it did not always feel that way.
I am a person who is committed to using my life’s challenges as tools for awareness, healing, and transformation ...every ...single ...day!
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As a result of my own experiences, I am committed to providing a compassionate, safe space for clients. I love working with those who believe there is "no way out". Previously, I believed that my destiny was one of disempowerment, stuckness, and lack of worth.
I am forever grateful to have experienced such healing through Soul Psychology & Conscious Parenting. Equally, I am humbled to witness so many colleagues, clients & and friends' lives transform and heal through this work.
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​My professional background is in mental health and spiritual healing and I have studied and worked here for over 20 years. My curiosity is always piqued about why we advanced human beings can suffer so much, and ultimately, why I suffered so much.
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I am a mother to two perfectly challenging, adorable and intriguing teens, a work-in-progress Yogi and a lifelong seeker of the heart.
My life purpose is to work with others to find their own inner wisdom and connection. I have studied and been exposed to many healing and psychological modalities. I've chosen to practice Soul Care coaching because it's a relationship where I've experienced the most inner growth.
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My blog explains why I prefer Soul Care coaching over other healing or recovery modalities based on my personal experiences and how different therapists work.
The way I work...
In addition to face-to-face meetings, I also conduct video calls with clients. Sessions last 60 minutes.
When you embody feelings of safety, and deep self-compassion and develop the ability to re-parent yourself, healing can be profound.
In sessions, optional journalling prompts may be offered for an ongoing healing journey at home. The sessions involve you presenting a particular challenge, and I may ask some guiding questions. Through guided processes, self-connection occurs in the most loving, gentle way possible. You are the source of wisdom in all cases.
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In addition to specialising in the teachings of Soul Psychology, I also draw wisdom from many modalities I have been trained in over the last 25 years. Here are some of my favourites.
Soul Care Coaching
Body & soul self care through Soul Care Coaching using teachings of Spiritual Psychology. I was certified by Suzi Lula , 2022. Suzi is a sought after Spiritual Psychologist, wisdom teacher, speaker and best selling author of "The Motherhood Evolution: How Thriving Mothers Raise Thriving Children". She is an expert in the field of human transformation.
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Conscious Parent Coaching
A connected, empowering and refreshing way of parenting compared to the traditional way. To see more about Conscious Parenting see my blogs here. I was certified by Dr Shefali Tsabary, Conscious Coaching Institue, 2021. Dr Shefali Tsabary was born in India and is a New York-based clinical psychologist who speaks on conscious parenting and mindful living. She is a multitalented personality who is also a writer, speaker and a doctor.
Personal Medicine Coaching
Personal Medicine, the art of using your own Personal Medicine in recovery of Mental Health and addiction. I was certified by Pat Deegan, 2020. Pat Deegan was diagnosed with schizophrenia as a teenager, went on to get my doctorate in clinical psychology and today lead a company run by and for people in recovery. She is a thought-leader in the field of mental health recovery, have numerous peer-reviewed publications, have held a number of academic appointments, and have carried a message of hope for recovery to audiences around the world.
Mental Health Recovery
I have been employed by West Australia government and non-profit organisations as a Mental Health Recovery Worker for Individuals and Families, certified with Cert IV in Peer Support. My role was to walk alongside and support those using the Mental Health system. My soul purpose was for them to find their voice in their own healing journey, no matter the diagnosis.
Smart Recovery Groups
Peer Group Facilitation for Drug/ Alcohol Recovery. SMART groups are meetings that offer a supportive environment to achieve behaviour change and goals
of your choice around alcohol and & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Remedial Massage Therapy
I completed my Diploma in Remedial Massage in 2008. I worked in Sports massage clinics. After just a few years, I became jealous of the clients I would treat as I felt I was nurturing them more than myself. I soon began to be drawn to the energetic, healing side of Body Work including Reiki.