Hello!
Welcome to my page, and welcome to the first community of Kinesiologists, Counsellors, Acupuncturists and Sauna Specialists joining together to combine our skills with an incredible neurotechnology - NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback. Not only will this enhance your health journey, but it will also expand your consciousness and support you to embark on your own unlimited exploration of health, wellness, self-awareness and personal growth!
Building this team and clinic has been such a joy, and being a part of it has truly filled my heart. My name is Jo and I am our clinic director, and a practitioner here at Pure Soul Wellness.
My Story
I began my journey in holistic healing by studying counselling, graduating as a Holistic Counsellor in 2013. In 2017, I expanded my practice by becoming a qualified Kinesiologist, and soon after, certified as a Neurofeedback Practitioner. Witnessing the profound impact these modalities had on those living with trauma and complex PTSD, I was inspired to delve deeper into trauma studies and became accredited in TRTP™ – The Richards Trauma Process – in 2020.
Over the years, I’ve combined my study, research, and clinical experience to create and teach Informed Communication & Counselling for Practitioners, a course that has since been accredited for continued professional education. My journey has also led me to spiritual education, studying Buddha Dharma—including spiritual nutrition and fasting—at the Dharma International Healing Centre in Koh Samui, Thailand.
With a strong passion for understanding how stress and trauma affect the brain, I’ve pursued additional trauma-informed and specialised kinesiology training. This includes work focused on neuro-emotional pathways, neuroplasticity, and brain nutrition. Drawing on this training—together with counselling and TRTP™—I have supported clients experiencing PTSD, chronic anxiety, grief, stress, neurological disorders, learning delays, insomnia and night terrors, migraines, hormonal imbalances, and more.
A major turning point came with discovering NeurOptimal®. After experiencing the profound benefits of this cutting-edge, non-linear neurofeedback technology, it felt natural to integrate it into my sessions. Safe, natural, and non-invasive, NeurOptimal® helps the brain learn to regulate and optimise itself—tapping into the body's innate intelligence to heal and thrive.
Alongside my clinical work, I’ve enjoyed exploring a variety of complementary wellness areas. I hold a Certificate in Nutritional Wellness & Lifestyle Coaching, am a Level 2 Usui Reiki Practitioner, and have participated in wellness retreats as both a facilitator and speaker—sharing space with incredible practitioners in Bali and Costa Rica. I’ve led yoga and breath meditations, spoke on nutrition, and dived into fermentation and raw food classes. Functional movement, yoga, and a passion for community and connectedness are an essential part of my life. As a mother of two, I have grown a deep passion for sharing these practices with children—helping the next generation, and paving the way to keep our kids conscious, resilient and enlivened in an increasingly disconnected and digital.
My philosophy is simple: true healing happens when we connect the physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies. I believe that becoming an empowered, authentic, and whole human being requires learning to listen to the body, hold emotions with presence, and cultivate deep self-awareness. This work can open doors—to emotional healing, physical vitality, and a stronger connection to our higher self and creative spirit.
In 2022, it all came together with the opening of Pure Soul Wellness—Perth’s first integrated Neurofeedback + Kinesiology + Counselling + Acupuncture + Sauna Clinic. All of our practitioners are trained in Neurofeedback and bring their own unique therapeutic expertise to support you on your journey.
If you’d like to learn more about the different styles of counselling we offer, click here, or to simply connect with me, click the link below—I’d love to hear from you.
I look forward to meeting you soon!
Yours in health,
Jo
Joann is a registered member of both the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS). She also holds provider numbers with a range of private health funds. In addition, Joann is qualified to work with NDIS participants and is experienced in supporting both plan-managed and self-managed clients. If you’d like to find out whether you’re eligible for rebates or NDIS support, feel free to get in touch—we’re happy to assist.