Members of Australian Association of Social Workers
About Terri - Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
Terri Woodward an AASW Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (Medicare 519019KF) and Director of Value Wellness, founded in 2016, with a clear mission: to improve the mental health and wellbeing of individuals and those who care for them. With a warm, person-centred approach, Terri is deeply committed to supporting not only individuals but also their families, carers, and broader stakeholders (professionals).
Terri began her career in the community sector in 2006, working alongside people living with mental health challenges and disabilities. Over the years, she has built extensive experience in health, community and working with our First Australians.
Driven by a passion for understanding human behaviour, personal growth, and systemic advocacy, Terri has developed her niche in mental health, particularly anxiety. She brings clinical expertise, compassion, and a deep respect for each person’s lived experience to her practice.
Under her leadership, Value Wellness has grown and diversified—offering flexible support options including counselling, psychosocial assessments, and professional supervision. The service continues to evolve in response to community needs, staying grounded in evidence-based practice and a commitment to ethical, inclusive care.
Terri grew up in a large family in the Bundjalung area (Ballina, NSW). Her family originate from England, Slovenia, Holland and Mitta Mitta (Australia). She has a cheeky son and a cheekier therapy dog, Roger. Terri loves music (especially country and guitar), trying new cafes, eat platter foods, travelling, going to parks & beaches, playing sport, watching sport, fishing, camping, reading, arts and craft and seeing loved ones often. She is a secret handyman.
Mobile: 0493 173 739
Fax: (07) 31029321
About Kate - Accredited Social Worker
Kate is an AASW Accredited Social Worker based in Far North Queensland, offering compassionate, evidence-informed support to individuals navigating life’s challenges, transitions, and experiences of grief and loss.
With a background in hospital social work and community health and remote work, Kate brings a calm, grounded presence to her work. Her practice is rooted in professional ethics, guided by a deep respect for the emotional and spiritual wisdom that each person carries.
Kate’s approach is holistic and relational, with a strong foundation in trauma-informed practice. She believes in the healing power of being truly seen and is committed to creating a safe, ethical space where clients can reconnect with their own clarity and strength.
She offers:
- Clinical counselling
- Functional capacity and psychosocial assessments
- Reflective professional supervision tailored to the needs of carers, support workers, and fellow health professionals
All services are currently available online, allowing Kate to provide flexible and accessible support to individuals and professionals across Queensland and beyond.
Our Approach
We support the practice of:
- wellness
- nothing about me without me
- informed consent
- no wrong door
- person-centred
- trauma-informed
“You are the expert of your own wellness. We can walk along-side you to help you see safe opportunities for growth, change and meaningful opportunities for growth and change. Even in the face of struggle, hardship, or emotional pain, we believe a hopeful and fulfilling future is possible. Together, we’ll work at your pace, building on your strengths and what matters most to you”.
We draw on evidence-based approaches that promote empowerment, inclusion, and wellness.
Our practice is grounded in principles that respect everyone’s lived experience and strengths. We uphold anti-discrimination values.
We also integrate attachment theory and mindful self-compassion as principles that support recovery, connection, and emotional resilience.
Accreditations - Social Work
Social Workers have expert knowledge
· managing anxiety and mental distress
· adapting to change & grief and loss
· support with difficult choices
· enhancing mental health and wellbeing
· education and support for caregivers and professional support staff
Our Professional Devlopment Portfolio
Australian Association of Social Work (AASW)
Mental Health
Community Services
Yoga Teacher- Trauma Yoga
Circle of Security Parenting Program Facilitator
Cool Kids Teen Anxiety Program Accredited Facilitator
Mindful Self-Compassion Facilitator
Supervisor training
Yoga
Coming - Join our easy yoga classes for anyone
Values
Respect, Social Justice, Integrity, Growth, Transparency, Compassion, Sustainability, Boundaries, Informed Consent and Wellness.
Mission Statement
To empower individuals and carers by providing compassionate, professional support that enhances mental health, fosters resilience, and promotes wellbeing through practical assistance, advocacy, and education within the community.
Acknowledgement to Country
Cultural Safety
We acknowledge and pay respect to traditional custodians, elders, community members and Ancestors of the land, sky, waters, animals and totems in which we live and work in the Tweed Heads area: Bundjalung Peoples.
We pay respect to the significant & ongoing relationship and responsibilities that our First Australian’s are continuing to have with land, seas, sky, culture, animals, lore, spirituality & people.
We acknowledge past, present and future FNQ and local First Australian Elders, Community Members and Ancestors who have contributed to culture and history in this country, including in our case: social justice, healing and wellness locally. I extend respects to Indigenous Australian’s who are reading this today.
We recognise that throughout history, social work has contributed to many ruptures for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and South Sea Islander people through wrongs/bias like working under policies, in roles, and having worldviews which can impact our professional behaviour.
We are committed to being sorry, to listening and learning from our First Australians and following guidance and protocols so together we can remain connected and work towards reconciliation, healing, social justice and wellness.
We are qualified and experienced professionals with a strong understanding of the diverse cultural backgrounds and diverse needs. We create a safe and supportive environment that values and honours Cultural & Spiritual identity.
Focused Psychological Therapy
Our Support Model
We offer an initial 6-session model of care, designed to provide focused, evidence-based support tailored to your needs.
After the six sessions, we will complete a review to reflect on your progress, revisit your goals, and decide on the next steps. This might include continuing with further sessions, taking a break, or linking in with other services if needed.
Our approach is flexible and person-centred—we’ll work with you to ensure the support remains helpful and aligned with your goals.
Everyone’s needs are different — some people benefit from ongoing support over months or years, while others find a few sessions are enough. It’s completely okay to ask for the amount of help that feels right for you.
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If you, or someone you know, needs support please contact us to help. Terri Woodward