“When I talk with a Justine, I feel deeply heard – it’s like she’s walking beside me, and sees the parts I’m blind to, so she shows me what they are – in a way where I can take them or leave them… but there’s always gold”

BB Mum/Teacher

“She shows me the parts I’m blind to.”

“I have learned things I didn’t realise I needed to!”

Katie, Self employed

“Justine helped me recognize my worth, and that I was worthy of love. She helped me identify the source of tension in my closest relationships and shared the tools to relieve it. I truly believe I am a better Father, Husband, Son and Brother for spending time talking with Justine, and having the courage to turn our conversations into action.”

Daniel, Business owner

“I truly believe I am a better Father, Husband, Son and Brother for spending time talking with Justine.”

“I have known Justine for a period of over 15 years and during this time, sought her support for well over a decade. Justine is like a lifesaving, successful transplant in my emotional well being … Her practical approach was factual backed by research and her experience. Her sessions allowed for the (support) group i attended to share experiences. Justine offered a no-nonsense, direct but caring and sometimes alternate approach that resonated strongly with me. I sought private sessions with her after the group to deal with a variety of challenges that life throws at all of us – death, grief, diagnosis of an additional needs child, relationship advice and the stresses of everyday life. She expertly dealt with each of these issues with concern, compassion and allowed me to sit in each space and just feel it. I felt supported and loved and continue to do so.”

Deb, Mum of Additional needs child

“Justine is like a lifesaving transplant in my emotional wellbeing.”

“Connecting with Justine and having her guidance and wisdom on my soul journey has been an absolute essential. So grateful for the positive influence she has contributed to my amazing life.”

Kylie

“Working with Justine has been an absolute lifeline. She helped keep my head above water when I felt like I was drowning during one of the most challenging periods of my life.
She has the perfect balance of kindness, warmth, and just about the sense of humour you need. She is compassionate and deeply understanding, but she also knows when to kick your XXXX and literally propel you to just feel a lot better. I honestly don’t think I would have navigated my separation and some serious health issues with the same resilience without her support. She is incredibly generous with her time, and was always available when I needed it most. I am truly grateful to have met her and will treasure her advice forever.”

LC, Sole parent

“Working with Justine has been an absolute lifeline.”

“I met Justine 4 years ago when I was dealing with multiple health issues relating to surgical mesh. I was completely disabled emotionally and physically, my PTSD and mental health were out of control. Justine’s soft and gentle holistic approach, coupled with her honesty and compassion has restored my sanity. Her own journey has benefitted me and her knowledge of health, the body and spirituality has helped me heal my mind body and soul.”

Mrs Lamb, Teacher

“Justine’s honesty and compassion restored my sanity.”

“A year or so ago I was in a very bad place due to the ongoing pain infections and lack of quality of life pelvic mesh implants had caused me in desperation I reached out to Justine I had heard of her and seen her speak of her similar dealings with pelvic mesh and it’s effects to my surprise she rang me and she was not even in Australia she was compassionate listened ( when previous doctors had dismissed me as just some neurotic woman) and gave me the names of hospitals and people she thought may be of help. Just to say big thank you, you helped me just by listening, thank you for all the work you have put into this horrible mess that is mesh; I hope you know how much you’re appreciated”

Sue, Mesh Injured

“Just by listening, you helped me.”

“It’s impossible to convey in words exactly how she has supported my healing journey. It is not often that we meet someone so genuinely passionate about helping. Meeting her felt as if finally I had met a person who actually understands my struggles over the last three years. Not even my family really understood the illusive and layered health challenges I faced. Justine provides a combination of left-brain knowledge and right-brain intuition, resulting in a double-edged wisdom capable of getting to the core of any issue. With an incredible life story, her heroic journey has gifted a profound ability to know what is needed for a particular individual. Justine helped to catalyse a series of downloads and events. These insights allowed me to finally pinpoint the root cause of my mysterious health issues. Both scientific and spiritual. Justine was like the ‘cherry on top’ of my healing journey. I am infinitely grateful for her contributions.”

Samuel, Diver

“She helped me finally pinpoint the root cause of my mysterious health issues.”

“We’ve been working with Justine for over a year, and she has been one of the most valuable investments we’ve ever made in our family. From the very beginning, she created a safe, supportive space where both of us felt equally heard, understood, and respected. She has an incredible ability to understand each person’s perspective and help us find a common language when communication becomes difficult. Justine is incredibly compassionate, warm and funny. She has a way of making even the most challenging conversations feel manageable and productive. Rather than simply listening, she gives us practical tools and strategies that we can immediately apply in our daily lives and relationship. The positive impact has extended far beyond our marriage. Since we started working with her, our relationship with our teenage son has improved significantly. We communicate better as a family, there is less tension at home, and our son has become noticeably happier, more confident, and more settled at school. Seeing those changes has been incredibly meaningful for us. Justine is empathetic, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in helping families thrive. She balances kindness with honesty and always knows when to support, challenge, or gently guide us in a new direction. We truly love working with her and recommend her wholeheartedly to any couple or family looking for an exceptional therapist.”

Mila & Vlad

“One of the most valuable investments we’ve ever made in our family.”

“I could not have done what I have, without Justine. Being the mother of a special needs child is the busiest role and paradoxically, the loneliest role. I could not have done what I have, without Justine.
I first met Justine in 2008, on the break down of my marriage coupled with a newly diagnosed child on the autism spectrum. Justine has been my emotional support person seeing me through divorce, various child custody cases, PTSD and throughout it be all the person that understands me, my personal struggles, the grief and guilt I carry as a mother. Justine has been instrumental in securing my child’s special educational needs at his schools. Additionally, she has successfully worked with my sons 2 households, with an uncanny understanding of the family dynamics. We now work together for our child so that he understands what family life really looks like and how to have, build and nurture meaningful relationships. As we are half way through the teenage years, Justine is an integral team member in our son’s support network. She now not only is my counsellor, but a family counsellor across the 2 households where she provides a safe place to talk, wisdom, tangible behavioural management strategies that work and of course as we all need a time to reflect on the past, ponder the future and a laugh when needed.”

Eileen, Sole parent HR Manager

Justine is an integral team member in our son’s support network.”

“If you want to feel happier just go talk to Justine. The idea of therapy can feel intimidating or in a real-time world it feels to slow or frustrating … This isn’t that. We joined with open minds but on the verge of parting ways. Our sessions with Justine were always a moment we both looked forward to. Like catching up with a trusted best friend! Always fun, insightful and so useful. Week by week we just felt better, together. Never intimidating or traumatic, more laughter than tears. Justine helped us “get over ourselves”. Always a realist, she helped us with simple and practical ideas that instantly improved our lives. Every week we got better and had more fun again. Within weeks we were back to things we were when we first met which is impressive as that really wasn’t the case on day!”

GM, 40 year old male

“Justine helped us get over ourselves.”

“Justine’s care, compassion and insights which have on occasion been nothing less than genius. I have been working with Justine for some time, through divorce, two International moves and the death of my father, all of which brought different emotional challenges. Justine has in all honesty enabled me to transform my life.”

Will, Coach & business owner

“Justine has, in all honesty, enabled me to transform my life.”

“Justine is a very safe place to land. Justine kept me sane during some of the most difficult years of my life as a single parent with a child born with multiple disabilities and extremely high medical needs. She taught me negotiation, hooked me up with services, comforted and confronted and fearlessly broached the herd of elephants in the room. I could not have managed without her calm good sense, insight and lateral thinking. When it came time for ‘the long goodbye’, she helped me organise my affairs so that I wouldn’t have extra burdens on my shoulders while my daughter was dying. She was with me during the deaths of my brother and mother as well. I simply cannot recommend Justine highly enough. I am so grateful for her and the immeasurable help she has given me over the years in learning to roll with the punches and bounce back stronger.
I have had counsellors of various calibre in my life and Justine is simply the best. I highly recommend her services to anyone struggling with grief, overwhelm, helplessness and guilt, particularly anyone struggling with a carer role. She will help you claim your power back and guide you to the realisation that you are entitled to a ‘life fulfilled’ too.”

Tansy Mayhew Singer/Song writer

“Justine is a very safe place to land.”

“Justine is a pragmatic, perceptive and clear person. She listens properly and helps people feel safe enough to talk about hard things without feeling judged or overwhelmed. She knows how to create enough space for the nervous system to exhale and for difficult but important conversations to become possible.”

Janine, Mum of gender diverse teenager

“Having had a lifetime of mental health issues and trauma, I was recommended to Justine by another therapist. Since then, Justine has guided me through my issues with grace and care. She is very easy to speak to and knows how to help people with complex issues. She has incredible insight and can interpret and present situations with such clarity that the penny drops and a breakthrough is made. It’s extraordinary when this happens and I float away from our sessions feeling better. Previously I dreaded therapy because it exhausted me and drained me emotionally. This still happens sometimes occasionally, which is to be expected. The joy of having something ugly, recognized and neatly worked upon, folded up and put in its place is worth it. Justine is also very sensible and has helped me navigate life’s confounding moments with simplicity. She has been and still is a miracle worker and an exemplary practitioner of her profession. Justine is a blessing in my life and as a result that of my children and my partner.”

Andrea, Journalist

“She has incredible insight and can present situations with such clarity that the penny drops.”

“Justine guided me through the most traumatic period of my life. When I first met with Justine I was very skeptical about counselling, but now I realise how wrong I was. Justine is a remarkable human being who not only helped me turn my life around also save my marriage. It is hard to express how grateful I am for Justine’s support over the past 4 years, and I know I would not be the person I am today without her. I cannot recommend her highly enough.”

James, Financial Consultant

“Justine not only helped me turn my life around, she also helped save my marriage.”

“The retreat was such a journey of consciousness, guided by two women who have truly done their own inner work and who teach from both lived experience and deep wisdom. I’ve become completely hooked on this work because of how I feel when I’m here. Rather than looking for something outside of myself to fix me, I realised everything I was searching for was already within me. I was able to connect with parts of my heart, my mind, my inner child, my soul, and something much greater than myself. It felt as though I could hold all of those parts at once and truly experience myself in a way I never had before.

I experienced a deep healing and an expansion into the infinite possibilities of what we can access and who we can become. That is something I will carry with me long after leaving the retreat.”

Barbara

“I was a bit nervous about coming to a retreat as a 19-year-old, but saying yes has turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

I’ve been given tools and knowledge that I’ll use for the rest of my life. This experience has allowed me to feel emotions I never knew were possible. That might sound scary, but it’s honestly been so beautiful. I will be back.”

Hayley

Being in connection with Justine has been a deeply supporting and expansive experience. You just know, when you’re with her, that Justine is truly walking the path with you … that she gets, at a very real level, the pain, the anger, the hurt … because she’s been there herself. Justine is not afraid to be vulnerable and that gives you permission, with her expert guidance, to lean into your own vulnerability … and from there to connect with your own source of wisdom, courage and strength.”

Julie, Yoga Teacher

I highly recommend Justine and Aurora’s retreat. My heart and body are open, filled with love and expansion, I would like to stay in this beautiful state for a long time. It was a privilege to have them as teachers, guides and friends. There is nothing like it anywhere else and I feel that this is exactly what I need to support my awakening, healing and opening of the heart. It is a magical journey if you have caring and supportive people around you. Thank you and until next time!

Julia, Engineer

The retreat allowed me to share a deeply held childhood trauma. This experience has opened my heart to heal and care for myself with love and deeper compassion. The level of care and support offered by the facilitators was unwavering and exceptional.

Kim

“As a NDIS Support Coordinator, I have the privilege of working alongside Justine in supporting our mutual clients, and I consistently find her approach both professional and genuinely client-centred. Justine brings a refreshing and holistic style to her counselling practice. She has a natural ability to create a safe, grounded space where clients feel truly heard, respected, and supported. Her presence is calm and steady, and she meets people where they are, without judgement, while gently guiding them toward greater clarity and wellbeing. What stands out most is her thoughtful and individualised way of working. She takes the time to understand each client’s unique circumstances and adapts her support in a way that feels both practical and meaningful. Clients often respond positively to her authenticity and the ease with which she builds trust and rapport. It is a pleasure to collaborate with Justine, and I value the positive impact she has on the people we support.”

Jaz Rickards – “KK’s social work and support services”

“We have been grateful to have the guidance of Justine in supporting complex NDIS participants with medical and mental health needs. Her knowledge of family relationships helps create pathways forward for us all, based on her practical and thoughtful advice.”

Cal, Director of Edna’s Life skills QLD

“Her knowledge of family relationships helps create pathways forward for us all.”

“Justine has provided her speaking services to the various organisations I worked for over the last few years. Each time Justine has been able to understand and connect with the audience she is speaking to. I have always been very impressed with the way that Justine is able to re-tell her lived-experience story in an engaging and trauma-informed way. Justine has always presented and acted with the utmost professionalism and it is always a delight to put her forward for speaking engagements which have in the past helped to better the standing and working relationships with our stakeholders and the public. I would recommend Justine as a speaker to anyone trying to advance their corporate goals through embracing lived-experience storytelling.”

Ben Graham

“Her story has the power to change and save lives.”

“Of all the social injustices I have heard of over the years, few have shocked me as deeply as that of what Justine has experienced at the hands of Johnson and Johnson’s disastrous pelvic mesh implants. Though her story is just one of many tens of thousands, I was moved by Justine’s tenacity and resilience, and her resolve to keep asking the hard questions, and demanding answers until she received them. From the moment I was first introduced to Justine, I knew instantly that her story was one with deep power to change and save lives – and equally as importantly, to provide hope to those who were in the anguish that she once faced. Working with Justine as her ghostwriter, editor and mentor was a deep honour and profoundly moving. Her courage, bravery, humour, and – above all – dedication to helping others, are incredibly inspiring.”

Jas Rawlinson, Author & Domestic Violence speaker

“Clients often respond positively to her authenticity and the ease with which she builds trust and rapport.”

“Thank you Ms Justine Watson for speaking as one of the symposium speakers for the 2021 Melbourne Doctor of Medicine Student Conference. We were honoured to hear her story and inspiring journey of founding Mesh Injured Australia, and learnt deeply about medical ethics and its intricacies.”

Liz H, Doctor

“Helped inspire over 1500 future medical doctors through her storytelling.”