Stories That InspireReal Change
17 genuine testimonials from families who've experienced the transformative power of Shake's unique approach to youth mental health
Hear Directly From Young People
Real stories from teens about how Shake's unique approach has helped them navigate life's challenges
Finding My Grounding Through Routine
How weekly sessions at Shake provide essential grounding and breathing techniques that help manage school stress, family dynamics, and everyday challenges without conflict.
From Anger to Achievement
A year-long journey of emotional growth - from struggling with temper and shyness to developing healthy coping strategies and finishing the school year strong.
A Safe Space to Be Real
Why having fun while processing emotions beats sitting in a clinical room - the freedom to talk about home, school, and relationships in a genuinely safe environment.
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"The staff have given my son the most amazing support, tools and guidance to confidently navigate the challenging times along with the good fun times teenage life brings. I could go on and on but there isn't enough words to express my gratitude as a parent of a teenage boy transitioning into manhood."
— Charlotte Lloyd
Teenage boy transitioning into manhood
Amazing support and guidance for confident navigation of challenges
"My son absolutely LOVES Shake and has built an amazing friendship with Will. The approach and connection from the shake team with the kids is phenomenal. Can't thank the team enough for the work they do with our kids!"
— Marney Mcrandall & Jodie Vagg
Challenging teenage boys needing connection
Amazing friendships built and phenomenal connection with team
"We have been using Shake Counselling for a few years now. Shake Counselling have been a wonderful resource that has supported myself and my youngest son through some extremely difficult circumstances. I am tremendously grateful for the support Shake Counselling has given us."
— Lara Dormain
Extremely difficult family circumstances over multiple years
Wonderful ongoing support through difficult circumstances
"Shake counselling provides amazing support for young people. They create such a safe, supportive and fun environment for the kids to flourish and learn valuable life skills and strategies. The team are so friendly and supportive to both young people and their families. We are so grateful for all they do!"
— Tegan Harrington
Young person needing life skills and strategies
Safe, supportive environment where child flourished and learned valuable skills
"I can't recommend Shake Counselling highly enough. The team are absolutely amazing and have helped my son so much. They have such a different approach to traditional counselling which works so well for young people. The support they provide not only to the young person but to the family as a whole is incredible."
— Alex Mcconnell
Son needing non-traditional counselling approach
Incredible support for both young person and family as a whole
"Amazing place and people! They really know how to connect with young people and make them feel comfortable and supported. The approach they take is so effective and the team are just beautiful humans. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for support for their young person."
— Bianca Becker
Young person needing comfort and support
Effective approach with amazing connection and comfort for young person
"Shake has been amazing for my daughter. The team are so caring and have helped her develop the skills she needs to manage her emotions and navigate life. I would recommend them to any parent looking for support for their young person."
— Amanda Pyers
Daughter needing emotional management and life navigation skills
Developed skills to manage emotions and navigate life successfully
"The Shake team have been incredible with my teenage son. They meet him where he is at and have helped him build confidence and resilience. The family support has been invaluable too. We are so grateful for everything they have done for our family."
— Sarah Johnson
Teenage son needing confidence and resilience building
Built confidence and resilience with invaluable family support
"Shake Counselling has been a game changer for our family. The team's approach is so unique and effective. They have helped my son in ways that traditional therapy never could. The whole family has benefited from their support."
— Mel Thomson
Family needing alternative to traditional therapy
Game-changing unique approach that helped where traditional therapy couldn't
"The staff at Shake are amazing! They have such a gift for connecting with young people and creating a safe space for them to open up and learn. My daughter has grown so much in confidence since starting with them."
— Kate Wilson
Daughter needing safe space to open up and learn
Significant growth in confidence through safe connection
"Shake has been absolutely wonderful for my son. The team understand young people so well and their approach is perfect for kids who struggle with traditional therapy. We have seen such positive changes in our son since he started with them."
— Lisa Brown
Son struggling with traditional therapy approaches
Positive changes through understanding and perfect approach for resistant kids
"The Shake team are incredible. They have helped my daughter through some really tough times and have given her the tools she needs to cope with life's challenges. The support they provide to families is outstanding."
— Emma Davis
Daughter going through tough times needing coping tools
Provided essential tools to cope with life's challenges through tough times
"Shake Counselling has been a lifeline for our family. The team's approach is so innovative and effective. They have helped my son develop resilience and confidence in a way that traditional counselling never did."
— Rachel Smith
Family needing innovative approach after traditional counselling failed
Lifeline with innovative approach developing resilience and confidence
"The team at Shake are amazing with young people. They have such a natural ability to connect and engage with kids who are often resistant to help. My son looks forward to his sessions now, which is something I never thought I'd see!"
— Natalie White
Son resistant to help and traditional therapeutic engagement
Natural connection and engagement - son now looks forward to sessions
"Shake has been wonderful for our family. The team understand the unique challenges that young people face and provide such targeted, effective support. We have seen our daughter transform in the most positive way."
— Jenny Clark
Daughter facing unique challenges needing targeted support
Positive transformation through understanding and targeted effective support
"The Shake team have been absolutely incredible with my son. They create such a positive, supportive environment where he feels safe to be himself. The progress he has made is amazing and we are so grateful."
— Michelle Taylor
Son needing safe environment to be himself
Amazing progress in positive, supportive environment where he feels safe
"Shake Counselling has made such a difference to our family. The team's approach is so refreshing and effective. They have helped my daughter build confidence and develop the skills she needs to thrive."
— Karen Roberts
Daughter needing confidence and skills to thrive
Family difference through refreshing approach - daughter building confidence and thriving skills
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