Faculty

Dr Craig Murison is the Dean of Education and Humanities, and Chief Academic Officer at Christian Heritage College (CHC), Brisbane. Craig was Founding Principal of Mackay Christian College, serving as Principal for 33 years growing the school from 18 students in years 1-7 to over 1,000 students K-12 across two campuses.

Craig creates community and capacity through his leadership style, and he challenges himself to be a lifelong learner. He has completed a Masters of Learning Management and a Professional Doctorate (Transdisciplinary Studies). He has also spoken at numerous state, national and international conferences on a variety of leadership issues, published a number of peer reviewed articles on topics such as faith learning integration, contributed to the CSA suite of God’s Big Story Resources and co-authored two values based coaching manuals. He has served on education committees at both state and local levels, been a member of many Independent and Christian school committees, and currently serves on a number of Boards.

Craig is passionate about helping teachers to teach Christianly, to build their spiritual formation as an integral part of their work as teachers, and to grow in understanding of how to reveal God through the curriculum.

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• Professional Doctorate (Central Queensland University, 2011)
• Master of Learning Management (Central Queensland University, 2004)
• Advanced Diploma in Church Management and Biblical Studies (Gold Coast College of Ministries, 1998)
• Bachelor of Education (Central Queensland University, 1993)
• Diploma of Teaching (Mount Gravatt College of Advanced Education, 1981)

• Faith Learning Integration
• School Leadership Development
• Values Based Education
• School Improvement
• Graduate Attributes
• Christian Education

• 1982 – Dec 1983   Secondary teacher (Ed Qld), English, History and Geography
• 1983 – Jan 2017   Principal, Mackay Christian College (K-12)
• 2017 – 2022     Dean, Education, Humanities and Business, CHC
• 2018 – Present     Vice President Academic, CHC
• 2022 – Present   Dean, Education and Humanities, Chief Academic Officer, CHC

Murison, C. B. & Benson, D. M. (2018). Reimagining Christian Schools as Revelatory Communities. In: Luetz J., Dowden T., Norsworthy B. (eds). Reimagining Christian Education. Springer, Singapore.

Murison, C.B. & Hepplewhite, G. (2020). Graduate Attributes in Australian Higher Education: Implications of an Economic Rationalist Approach. In: Encyclopedia of the UN Sustainable Development Goals Quality Education, 10.1007/978-3-319-95870-5_22, (386-396), (2020).

Murison, C.B. (Pending Publication 2021). Christian Higher Education: A Frog in the Kettle or a Light on the Hill? In: Luetz J., Green, B. (eds). Innovating Christian Education Research. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-8856-3_10

Murison, C. B. (2018). Revelatory classrooms: a new discourse for the journey. In A. Gibson, & C. Chihota (Ed.), International Conference for Christian Educators (pp. 90-106). Bethlehem, Tauranga: Bethlehem Tertiary Institute. Retrieved from http://www.btiresearch.nz/uploads/1/1/8/3/118333235/2018_icce_conference_e-book__peer_reviewed_papers.pdf

Benson, D. M., Iselin, D., Messmore, R., Murison, C. B. (2017). Locating Learners in God’s Big Story 2.0.  Christian Schools Australia, Sydney.

Murison, C.B., Schache, L. (2018). English Companion God’s Big Story 2.0. Christian Schools Australia, Sydney.

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• Chair of Academic Board
• Chair of Deans’ Committee
• Member of Learning and Teaching Committee
• Member Research Committee  
• Academic Board Nominee to CHC Council

• 2019 – present Member Queensland College of Teachers Professional Standards Committee
• (1984-2017) Member of the Mackay and District Secondary School Principal’s Association
• 2017 – Associate Fellow Institute of Managers and Leaders – (Recipient Institute of Managers and Leaders Leader of the Year Brisbane Region)
• 2017 – Recipient Institute of Managers and Leaders Leader of the Year State of Queensland (finalist for National Award)
• Associate Fellow Institute of Mangers and Leaders
• Member Australian Council of Company Directors
• Fellow of Associated Christian Schools
• Member of the Queensland Council of Deans of Education
• Member of the Australian Council of Deans of Education
• Director Gulf Christian College
• Director Toowoomba Christian College
• Director Associated Christian Schools
• AITSL/QCT Panel Member and Chair
• Member of the Schools Accreditation Sub Committee for Christian School’s Associations.

Deb Ayling works as an Education lecturer in the School of Business and Education at Christian Heritage College. She is responsible for the Health and Physical Education units and several of the practicum units for undergraduate and master’s students. Deb is also the Second- and Third-Year level Coordinator. Her educational background consists of a Bachelor of Education from Newcastle College of Advanced Education and a Master of Education from CHC and she is currently studying for her PhD in Education at Griffith University. She enjoys presenting workshops in HPE and has also presented multiple workshops for primary classroom Teacher PD’s in Vanuatu.  

Deb has previously worked in schools as a Secondary HPE teacher in NSW, an Austswim and NSW Department of Education swimming instructor and supervisor, a relief /casual teacher in Prep – Year 12 contexts, a part-time teacher in HPE in primary contexts and a class teacher in Prep-Year 3. She has been a sessional lecturer at CHC since 2004, a part-time lecturer since 2012, and now virtually a full-time lecturer since 2015. Deb is a committed Christian and is excited to be able to share this love and passion for God in her teaching units and role at CHC.

• Master of Education (Christian Heritage College, 2014)
• Bachelor of Education (Newcastle College of Advanced Education, 1981)
• PhD (Candidate), Griffith University
• Senior Lecturer

• Health education
• Spiritual health and well-being
• Educative process & reflective practices to assist students with conflict management

• Secondary HPE teacher
• Primary Teacher
• Primary HPE teacher

Ayling, D. (2018). Measured reflection to assist in dealing with conflict: Can an educative approach improve reflections and cultivate a healthier classroom community? In Luetz, J.M., Dowden, T. & Norsworthy, B. (Eds.), Reimagining Christian Education: Cultivating transformative approaches (pp. 175-196). Singapore: Springer.

Christian Heritage College Research Symposium Paper Presentation: Measured reflection to assist in dealing with conflict: can the use of a rubric to measure student understanding and an educative process assist students to improve reflective processing of conflict scenarios to contribute to a healthy classroom community? (July 2016).

Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation Inc (ACHPER) Brisbane Conference
Workshop Presentation: Conflict: can it improve relationships and contribute to a healthy classroom community? (August 2016).

Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation Inc (ACHPER) Primary Conference  
Workshop Presentation: Conflict: can it improve relationships and contribute to a healthy classroom community?
(October 2016).

Christian Heritage College Sessional Orientation for Lecturers at SEH. Workshop presentation: ‘Explanation of Moodle and Turnitin options for lecturers. (February 2017).

Pacific Advancing Education Conference: Vanuatu. Workshop for 200 teacher delegates: Healthy Bodies Gross Motor. (July 2018).

Pacific Advancing Education Conference: Vanuatu. Workshop for 200 teacher delegates: Healthy Bodies Fine Motor.
(July 2018).

Pacific Advancing Education Conference: Vanuatu. Workshop for 90 delegates: Health. (July 2018).

Pacific Advancing Education Conference: Vanuatu. Workshop: Communication Games and teamwork for Principals and Leaders. (July 2018).

Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation Inc (ACHPER). Brisbane Conference Workshop Presentation: Where Health and PE meet: Communication Games. (August 2018).

Pacific Advancing Education Conference: Vanuatu. Workshop for Principals and Leaders: Leadership: Share/Serem the journey. Partager le voyage. (July 2019).

Pacific Advancing Education Conference: Vanuatu. Workshops for teacher delegates: Mathematics: Mapping: How do we know where to go? (July 2019).

Christian Schools Qld State Conference: Brisbane Conference Workshop Presentation: Why would God want us to be good communicators? Communication Games. (July 2019).

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Christian Heritage College Reference Guides (APA & Harvard) & Submissions Document. (December 2016-2017).

• Member of Student Retention and Success committee  
• Second- and Third-year Education Coordinator  

• Member of Queensland College of Teachers (2003-current)

Peter Collins brings to CHC an extensive teaching and leadership experience of over 25 years, predominantly within the Independent and Christian school sectors. In his current role of Faculty Coordinator, he exercises leadership in guiding preservice teachers through their teacher journey and maintaining the currency and quality of the School of Education’s courses. Peter has a passion for developing preservice teachers’ ministry purpose alongside growing them in their professional capacity, knowledge, skills and confidence. Peter has recently published curriculum companions for the integration of Christian worldview into the learning areas of Mathematics and Science.

• Master of Education (Christian Heritage College, 2015)
• Bachelor of Science (Griffith University, 1984)
• Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Brisbane College of Advanced Education (now Griffith University), 1984)
• Company Directors Diploma (Australian Institute of Company Directors, 2002)

• HEI accreditation
• Teacher capacity  

• Faculty Coordinator: School of Education  
• Head of Middle and Senior School, Calvary Christian College
• Head of Primary Calvary Christian College
• Head of Science John Paul College

God’s Big Story: Mathematics Companion.

God’s Big Story: Science Companion.

Christian Schools Australia: National Leadership Summit, Perth.

Christian School Australia: National Policy Forum.

• Member of Learning and Teaching Committee

• AITSL Accreditation Panel member, (MTeach program)
• NADLATE (Network of Associate Deans Learning and Teaching: Education): member
• AITSL Accreditation Panel member, (BEd program)

Mr Peter Wilkinson qualified with a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws from The University of Queensland in 1986 and 1990 which led to a career as a solicitor. His connection with CHC goes back to 2005/2006 when he completed a Bachelor of Education (Secondary - Graduate Entry) which came out of a personal desire to explore a different direction in life. He was also qualified with a Master of Education from CHC.  

He commenced contract teaching in the Queensland state system in 2007 and soon after secured a permanent teaching position in an independent Christian school. His teaching career progressed quickly with appointment to a school leadership role as Head of Secondary in 2011. Between 2008 and 2014, he continued his connection with CHC as a sessional lecturer in Business Law in the School of Business. In 2015 he was afforded the opportunity to work full-time at CHC as a lecturer and Professional Experience Program Coordinator.

• Master of Education (Christian Heritage College, 2020)
• Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Christian Heritage College, 2007)
• Bachelor of Laws (The University of Queensland, 1990)
• Bachelor of Commerce (The University of Queensland, 1986)

• Effective preparation and transition of preservice teachers to the classroom
• Retention of early career teachers in the profession

• Head of Secondary, Groves Christian College (October 2010 – 2014)

• Representation of CHC on GTPA Collective
• Member of Teaching and Learning Committee

• Queensland College of Teachers – Full Registration
• Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland
• Annual engagement as an accredited assessor for the GTPA Collective inter-institutional assessment moderation of GTPA responses.

Associate Professor Stephen Beaumont is the Dean of the School of Social Sciences and School of Business. His qualifications include a PhD in Religious Studies, Master of Counselling, Master of Education, Master of Theology, and Doctor of Ministry. He is a registered clinical counsellor with PACFA with over 20 years of clinical counselling experience.

Stephen has been in professional and pastoral counselling roles with various denominations including Hillsong, Churches of Christ (Qld) and the Australian Christian Churches (ACC).

Stephen is passionate for community transformation and is active in several charities and social ventures (e.g., Joii Community). Over the past decade he has developed social enterprises (e.g., co-founded Shed 27), designed and led a range of youth intervention programs (e.g., Sailaway Adventures), served on local and national charity boards and committees. Currently, he is a 2^nd Chance program developer for a large Brisbane based charity. These strong community links enable Stephen to ensure CHC’s social science and business courses are aligned with current best practices in Industry.

• Doctor of Philosophy (University of Queensland, 2012)
• Doctor of Ministry (Denver Seminary, 2001)
• Master of Education (Queensland University of Technology, 2003)
• Master of Theology (Sydney College of Divinity, 2001)
• Master of Counselling (Queensland University of Technology, 2001)
• Master of Arts (Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, 1991)

• Nature and adventure-based therapies
• Practical & Pastoral Theology
• Dual Role Relationships in Counselling

• Principal, Garden City College of Ministry (2003 – 2009)
• Psychotherapist in Private Practice (2001 – present)
• Casual Lecturer – Department of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry, University of Queensland (2001 – present)

Beaumont, S.M. (2008). “Pastoral Counselling Anyone? Those Troublesome Dual-Relationships in Pastoral Counselling”, St. Mark’s Theological Review, No. 208, May 2009, 45-58.

Beaumont, S.M. (2011). “Pastoral Counseling Down Under”, Pastoral Psychology, 60(1), 117-131.

Beaumont, S.M. (2011). “A Tale of Two Churches” In Annemie Dillen & Anne Vandenhoeck (ed.), Prophetic Witness in World Christianities Rethinking Pastoral Care and Counseling (International Practical Theology), Münster, Lit-verlag, 2011, 223-234.

Leutz, J., Beaumont, S M. (2018). Community Gardening: Integrating social responsibility and sustainability in a higher education setting – a case study. Leal Filho W. (eds) Social Responsibility and Sustainability. World Sustainability Series. Springer: Cham.

Beaumont, S. (2021). “Birds in the Bush. A theological reflection on the therapeutic relationship between adult practitioners and young people in outdoor adventure-based intervention programs”, In Weaving Theology in Oceania: Culture, Context and Practice Cambridge (In print).

Eeles, J., Beaumont, S M. (2019). Workplace Mobbying in Christian Schools, ACHEA Conference, Brisbane.

Beaumont, S M. (2019). Use of Self and Presence in Counselling Training: CHC Case Study, ACHEA Conference, Brisbane.

Beaumont, S M. (2018). Birds in the Bush: A theological reflection on the therapeutic relationship between adult practitioners and youth/children in outdoor, adventure-based early intervention programs APTO Conference, Fiji.

Beaumont, S. (2011). “The place of the Bible in 21st century pastoral care and counselling” paper presented at the Australian & New Zealand Theological Society.

Beaumont, S. (2013). “Professional Boundaries: Managing Multiple Role Relationships in Pastoral Care & Counselling”. Paper presented at European Council for pastoral care and Counselling.

Beaumont, S.M. (2012). Youth Homelessness and Young People’s Experiences of Domestic Violence in Redlands City. A report prepared for the Redlands Youth Change Driver Group with funding provided by the Redland City Council Community Grants Program.

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• Member, Teaching & Learning Committee
• Member, Academic Board
• Member, Research Committee

• Director, Joii Community (formerly BWC)
• Member, PACFA
• Member, Christian Psychological Association

• Lead Researcher – Wynnum Community Needs Document funded by Dept Communities (2020).
• Beaumont, S.M. (2012). Youth Homelessness and Young People’s Experiences of Domestic Violence in Redlands City. A report prepared for the Redlands Youth Change Driver Group with funding provided by the Redland City Council Community Grants Program.

I am the Practicum Coordinator for Counselling, a Supevisor at the CHC Counselling Centre, and a Lecturer at CHC. My academic background includes a Bachelo’s degree in Psychology, a Maste’s degree in Sociology, and a Master of Counselling from the University of Canbera.

I have over 20 years of counselling expeience in both pivate and organisational settings and continue to un a pivate practice alongside my work at CHC. Before moving to Australia with my family ten years ago, I worked as a counsellor in South Afica for over 15 years. Since 2019, I’ve been pivileged to be pat of the CHC team.
Throughout my career, I’ve had a strong desire to walk alongside others in their jouney toward healing and growth. I’ve also been actively involved in church leadership and the management of vaious counselling centres, which has shaped much of my heat for people and ministry.

Personal Testimony: I came to know Jesus Chist personally as a young child, and my relationship with Him has continued to grow and deepen over the years. My faith is central to who I am and continues to guide both my personal and professional life.

Personal Interests: Outside of work, I enjoy painting, gardening, and shaing good coffee and conversation. I’m also a proud mother of two adult daughters.

1992: Bachelor of Psychology

1997: Graduate Diploma of Counselling

2005: Masters of Sociology

2025: Masters of Counselling

Supevision and Practicum Training in Counselling

Faith Integration in Counselling

Immigrant and Cross-Cultural Counselling

Trauma and Resilience

Women’s Mental Health and Life Transitions

Creative and Expressive Therapies

1993-2002 - While Collor Cime investigator

2003-2008 - Counselling Private practice

2008-2015 - Director of Counselling at Duet

2016-2019 - Account Manager BJP Laboratories)

2019-2021 - Administration and Personal Assistant to the Vice President at CHC

2022-curent - Placement Coordinator Counselling, Counselling Center Supervisor, Lecturer

Alison Doedens works across Student Success, Ministry Operations, and the Ministry Practice teaching team within the School of Ministries. She holds a Bachelor of Ministry and is currently completing a Master of Counselling.

Alison is warm, personable, and passionate about supporting students in their studies and ministerial formation. She really enjoys her work overseeing students in their supervised ministry placements and actively encourages their next steps of growth while helping them integrate learning and reflection into effective ministry practice.

Alison believes the local church is a community where everyone is encouraged to grow and contribute according to their unique spiritual gifts, all united in participating in God’s mission. Alison’s personal passions include prophetic ministry, spiritual freedom, and prayer.

Master of Counselling (current)

Bachelor of Ministry (2020)

Mrs Alison Wind is the Curriculum Coordinator and an Instructional Coach in a Brisbane Christian school. As a life long learner she has completed her Graduate Certificate in School Leadership and Management to add to her Diploma of Education and Masters of Environmental Management.

She is passionate about education believing that every child has the right to access a comprehensive and personally rewarding education that meets their needs both now and in the future. All school communities have an obligation to ensure they provide an environment and conditions that allow children to receive an education tailored to their physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs. She believes that all children are a gift from God, and they can achieve their fullest potential in the right environment. She hopes to support teachers in becoming the best they can be in all aspects of teaching, contributing to the realisation of her vision.

Diploma of Education

Masters of Environmental Management

Graduate Certificate in School Leadership and Management

Amy works as the Director of Online Learning at CHC. In addition to this role, she is a sessional lecturer in the School of Business. In her current role, Amy is working as part of the Learning Design team to enhance CHC’s online learning.

Amy is undertaking a research project which is titled: Lecturer use of Learning Analytic Data to improve Engagement and Retention.  

• Graduate Certificate Learning Sciences and Technology (University of Sydney, 2017)
• Cert IV Workplace Health and Safety (Pinnacle Safety and Training, 2018)
• Bachelor of Business (Christian Heritage College, 2015)

• Learning Analytics
• Academic Integrity
• Brain-based learning and brain-based teaching
• Character formation in online learning

Emanuel, A., Gelche, N. (2019). Distance Education – A viable optionQuality Education. Encyclopedia of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Cham: Springer.  

• Excellence in Academic Integrity Award (Honourable Mention)
• MoodleMoot
• Turnitin user group meetings
• Member of the Learning and Teaching Committee
• Member of School Advisory Committees

Amy Kelly is a primary level teacher with a range of experience across year levels and disciplines within primary teaching, working at Citipointe Christian College for the past 6 years. In addition to being a qualified teacher, Amy also has a Bachelor of Social Science from Macquarie University and a particular passion for raising education standards and opportunities for disadvantaged children.

Amy’s life experiences and hardships have developed in her a fervour for quality education to be accessible for all and a passion to see gifted teachers trained and inspired to invest in the next generation.

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• Bachelor of Science – Macquarie University

Andrew Staggs is the Dean (School of Ministries, Christian Heritage College).

Andrew has worked with CMC/CHC since 2014 and has extensive ministry experience including pastoring, church planting, coaching, consulting, and various not-for-profit board roles. He leads and lectures units such as Holy Spirit and Ministry,
Contemporary Preaching, Spiritual Transformation, Leadership for Life and Ministry, Biblical Understanding of the Church and several Masters units.

He is also currently enrolled in a PhD program.

• Masters of Theology (MTh)
• Bachelor of Ministry (BMin)
• Bachelor of Business (BBus)

• Church Leadership
• Holy Spirit
• Pauline Studies
• Discipleship

Belinda started her working career as a flight attendant almost 30 years ago, which sparked her love of people, cultures and travel, three things that still remain close to her heart. After travelling the world for many years, she "settled down" and discovered a passion for learning and studying. She completed a Bachelor of Arts majoring in psychology and linguistics, and then went into the field of counselling.

During this time Belinda married and had three beautiful children, which so far has been the highlight of her life. Sadly in 2008, Belinda experienced the loss of her 4th child, a daughter, who was stillborn. It was this experience that sent her on a different trajectory and discovering a new found passion for nursing and midwifery. Belinda worked for 7 years as the Perinatal Loss coordinator at the Mater Mothers hospital, caring for and supporting families who had also experienced the devastating loss of a child or children. She has spent many years counselling and supporting families through their grief and loss.

Belinda has recently stepped away from this role and has devoted herself to her private counselling practice. She also works part time at the Gateway Counselling and Wholeness centre at Mackenzie and Victoria Point.

As well as this, Belinda has completed a Graduate Certificate in supervision (pastoral and clinical), and loves to support other counsellors and clergy in their roles.

When not working or studying Belinda can be found walking her dog anywhere where there is water, hiking, eating out with friends or covered in dust attempting to renovate furniture. Belinda has been a committed Christian for over 30 years and is humbled by the opportunities to counsel and teach others.

• Bachelor of Arts- Psychology and Linguistics (UQ)
• Graduate Diploma in Counselling (CHC)
• Masters of Nursing (UQ)
• Bachelor of Midwifery (ACU)
• Diploma of Health Management (Mater)
• Graduate Certificate in Professional Supervision (Pastoral/Clinical) (St Marks National Theological College)

Brooke is a neurodivergent professional - who has a passion for client-work that is heart-centred and relationship-focused. With a Bachelor of Human Services and a Graduate Certificate in Social Science Leadership, Brooke brings a wealth of experience and unique perspectives, with much of her professional career being spent in the Child Protection sector. Brooke has worked for both Government and Non-Government Organisations, from frontline through to Senior Management.

Outside of work and academics, Brooke's love for cows, dogs, and spending time near the ocean with her daughter speaks to her nurturing and nature-loving personality.

Casey Burns is the Senior Modern History teacher at Parklands Christian College and educates students from middle school to senior school on historical knowledge and understanding and historical skills. She Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 2007 majoring in Archaeology, Anthropology, Paleoanthropology and History as a cross-institutional program offered through USQ and UNE, and a Graduate Diploma in Education through UQ in 2009.

Casey  has a great passion for broadening students historical knowledge and understanding, upskilling students history skills and ability to critically analyse evidence, and making lessons as interactive and engaging as possible.  Additionally, Casey also has great passion for arts and crafts and love tackling new and exciting creative ideas.

Bachelor of Arts majoring in Archaeology, Anthropology, Paleoanthropolgy and History – USQ/UNE

Graduate Diploma in Education - UQ

Christine Chapman is the Academic Coordinator and a Lecturer for the School of Ministries of Christian Heritage College. She helps students achieve their goals through coaching and advisory methods.  

Christine has worked with CHC since 2007 and coordinates, develops, and centralises academic processes. She is a lecturer in Christian Ethics, Ministry and Organisational Management, Directed Study (Research Projects), and Academic Writing. She has also lectured in Theology, Pastoral Care, Ministry Foundations, Spiritual Formation, and Old Testament.  

• Master of Business Administration CHC (2018)
• Master of Ministry Leadership CHC (2015)
• Diploma of Ministry Studies CHC (2011)
• Certificate IV in Community Services Work TAFE Qld (2007)
• Graduate Diploma in Management CHC (2006)
• Certificate III in Church Community Practices – Counselling School of Ministries (2001)

• Ministry and leadership development
• Theology and Neuroplasticity
• Christian Ethics
• Ministry Management

Chapman, CJ 2021, ‘Training Requirements for Entry-Level Ministry-Ready Pentecostal Leaders’, in Innovating Christian Education Research, eds. JM Leutz & B Green, Springer, Singapore, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-8856-3_18

• Academic Board
• Learning and Teaching Committee

Clare Carmona is a dedicated and experienced clinical counsellor with over eight years of professional experience working with children, teenagers, and families. With postgraduate studies in neuroscience, Clare brings a deep understanding of brain development and emotional regulation to her counselling practice. She currently works as a school counsellor, specialising in supporting young people and their families through life’s challenges with compassion and insight.

A proud member of PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia), Clare is passionate about helping parents build strong, connected relationships with their children. Her work is grounded in empathy, respect, and a commitment to evidence-based approaches.

In addition to her professional role, Clare is a wife and mother to five daughters, aged between 9 and 24, and draws on her lived experience to support and relate to the families she works with. Outside of counselling, Clare enjoys camping, hiking, church community life, spending time with loved ones, and designing programs in her areas of passion.

Clare is a lifelong learner with a keen interest in ongoing professional development. Her current areas of focus include solution-focused family therapy, complex trauma, and systemic approaches to family healing.

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Col Davies is a retired secondary teacher with over 20 years experience in Physics and Maths teaching. Initial training was in exploration geophysics working in Central Australia and southern Africa. Later training in theology and linguistics led the family to move to Ghana, West Africa to work for 10 years with the Ghana Institute of Linguistics, Literacy and Bible Translation, primarily in the management of a large-scale vernacular literacy program. On returning to Australia, Col taught for over 20 years at the MacGregor State High School in Brisbane where he was in charge of the Physics Program and Head of Department for Student Data. Now retired, Col enjoys cycle touring around South-East Queensland and Northern New South Wales and has made several cycling trips in Europe across the Alps and Pyrenees.

MBA (University of Southern Queensland)
Licentiate of Theology (Australian College of Theology)
Dip Ed (University of Queensland)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Geophysics) (University of Queensland)

Began ministry in 1978 as a youth and community worker in south-west Sydney. Served as a Salvation Army Officer from training (1979-80) until 1990. Since 1991 I have served as a Baptist Pastor from my ordination in 1997 in churches, in a training centre, as a senior lecturer at CHC and since the middle of 2014 I have been a consultant specialising in leadership training and coaching.

In more recent years, I have been involved in strategic planning for church planting. Since 2008 I have been researching church planting in Australia. The first stage of this was completed in 2012 with a Masters of Education (Research) and the the second stage was completed in 2023 with a PhD (Sydney). In 2024 I published "The Genius in the Kingdom: How Discipleship Impacts Church Planting."

In addition to my theological and research studies I have also been awarded my degree in classic piano. I have served as a Member of the Board of International Christian Embassy of Jerusalem and as an advisor for NAYBA Australia.

Bachelor of Ministries

Master of Education (Research)

PhD

Since 2008 I have been researching church planting in Australia. The first stage of this was completed in 2012 with a Masters of Education (Research) and the the second stage was completed in 2023 with a PhD (Sydney).

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Released Deeper - a suite of 13 worship songs in 2003
Released Higher (in part) - a suite of 5 worship songs recorded in 2013
Published "Deeper, Higher, Wider" - arrangements for all 39 worship songs in 2022
Published "The Genius in the Kingdom" in 2024

I have served as a Member of the Board of International Christian Embassy of Jerusalem and as an advisor for NAYBA Australia.

Served as a Salvation Army Officer from training (1979-80) until 1990.

Sessional Lecturer, School of Ministry

Dr Craig Heilmann is lecturer at CHC School of Ministries and the founding Senior Pastor of the Upper Room, Auckland (NZ).

Dr Craig graduated from Regent College (Canada) and Duke University (USA), where he wrote an ethics dissertation on Alasdair MacIntyre’s virtue ethics under Prof. Dr Stanley Hauerwas.

• Virtue ethics
• Catholic moral theology
• Ethics and postmodernism
• Discipleship and formation
• Narrative theology.

Craig Thomas runs his own Private Practice, Craig Thomas Counselling, at Warwick Qld. Craig worked at Peter Janetzki and Associates and worked as a School Counsellor for over a decade, moving on to focusing on his private practice in 2024.

Craig's experience drives him to seek truth and learn to enjoy diverse ways of seeing the world and the creator. From a humble background he studied Early Childhood working in Child Care to grow the wonder and celebration of life, healing childhood wounds in the midst of it. After the passing of his dad he studied Primary School teaching to grow the motivation of helping and developing students and families. It was in his practicum of teaching where he discovered the desire to help individuals rather then classes of people, thus transferring to Social Sciences and completing his Masters Degree in Counselling. He has run and developed programs within schools and spoken at a number of events on Healthy Masculinity, Relationships and Sexuality, Consent and Mental Health and Wellbeing. His drive is to help people live in good health and simply, think clearly, embrace family, serve community and love passionately. In everything, seek first the Kingdom of God.

Associate Diploma in Early Childhood
Bachelor Degreee in Social Science (Education and Counselling)
Graduate Diploma in Counselling
Masters Degree in Counselling

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The benefits of Laughing everyday.
Health
Neuroscience
Somatics
Families and the influence of individuals within them.

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St Peter's Lutheran Child Care Centre - Group Leader - 3years
Compassion Centre, YAFA, Westside Church, - Counselling Contract for a year.
Faith Lutheran College - School Counsellor - 7years
Redlands College - School Counsellor - 1 year
Rivermount College - School Counsellor - 3 years
Peter Janetzki and Associates - Counsellor - 11 years
Touch the Edge / Craig Thomas Counselling - Counsellor - 15 years
Lecturing at CHC - 3 years

ACA - Australian Counselling Association.

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Daniel Wolfik is the Head of Sport and PE at Citipointe Christian College and has an educational background consists of 23 years of teaching Physical Education.  Additionally, Daniel has previously worked for the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) as the PE Senior Education Officer. Outside of the the PE sphere, Daniel’s interests are outdoor adventure-based sports, specifically mountain biking and skiing.

Daniel believes that Christian Educators have a tremendous responsibility to deliver a quality education modelling Christ.

• Bachelor of Education (Griffith University)
• Certificate IV Training and Assessment

• The use of data in Physical Education

• Head of Department in a Secondary College – 2001 - current
• Brisbane East District review Panel chair PE – 2011 - 2018
• Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority - Principal Education Officer, Physical Education 2019

Benchmarking - Development of confirmation materials in role of Principal Education officer QCAA QCE PE.

Benchmarking -  Delivery of confirmation as Lead Confirmer.

Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority QCE PE.

Subject matter Expert PE, Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, QCE PE.

Subject matter Expert PE, Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, QCE PE.

• Working with External assessment scrutiny panel and writing team
• Development of external assessment  for Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority

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Danielle Carey is a lifelong student of words, with degrees in both English Literature and Creative Writing. For the last eight years, Danielle has been teaching these subjects and is particularly interested in the intersection where faith and creativity meet.

Dr Darren Iselin has extensive leadership experience within Christian education and have served in a wide range of CEO/executive, principal and senior leadership roles within both K-12 schooling and higher education sectors. Darren is currently director of Research and Innovation for Christian Schools Australia (CSA)and was previously the President of Christian Heritage College (CHC). During Darren’s tenure, the College saw the implementation of over 16 new courses including the seeding and development of Liberal Arts programs in the classical tradition. Darren has also held positions as a Principal within Christian schools (both in Australia and overseas) and was honoured to work for 6 years as a Course Coordinator within the Master of Education (Leadership) at the University of Queensland.

Darren has also worked internationally as a leader within a multi campus International School in Hong Kong as well as holding senior leadership roles in a range of other Christian schools.

Darren has completed extensive formal study, including doctoral studies through the University of Queensland. Darren’s PhD was titled: How Principals are cultivating Sustainable School Cultures Within Christian Schools During Changing Times. The thesis was awarded the Grassie-Basset prize for best thesis in Educational Administration from The University of Queensland and also won the Research in Educational Leadership Management Award from the Australian Council of Educational Leaders (ACEL).

Darren has been blessed to have served at all levels within Christian Education in Australia for the past two decades and am passionate about Christian Education and its potential and promise to bring redemptive change and transformation across culture and society. He is also passionate about building Christ honouring educational communities that see the flourishing of leaders, staff, boards and students within a variety of contexts. Darren is actively involved in a diverse range of educational consultancy and professional development initiatives throughout the Australia, New Zealand and Asia, and regularly present on a range of topics including: School leadership, Christian school cultures, Christian worldview, Christian philosophy, faith formation, faith-learning integration, calling and vocation.

Welcome! For those who would like to know, here’s a little introduction. I’m a husband and Dad. I love Jesus, my family, and the church. I grew up in a loving Christian home and served in ministry from a young age. In time, I found my personal passion to reveal the love and knowledge of God through the visual and creative art—essentially visual theology. This clarified to become, what I consider to be, the practice of illumination, with my personal expression of this being the cinematic mediums of film and animation. And that serves as my segue into my likes and dislikes.

Likes: Film/animation, digital media, theology and western philosophy, culture and politics, illustration, music, video and board games, longboarding, chilli and dogs (separately, but also including chilli dogs).

Dislikes: Traffic, pineapple on pizza, mouth-open chewing, YouTube Ads that come right before cliffhangers, finding unexpected gum under desks (please don’t do it class).

• PhD,
• B.Anim (hons)

Debbie Lamshed a sessional lecturer and teaching assistant at CHC’s School of Ministry.  Debbie first started working with CMC back in 2014 as the Administration Assistant.

Debbie’s passion is for seeing the “remarriage” of Spirit and Word in the Church (that is, amongst the people of Christ, the Ekklesia). Alongside that she has personal interests in mental health, physical health and how this interacts with our spiritual walk and health.

Duncan Reddell is the Chief Financial Officer for CHC and a CHC alumni, class of 2014, completing a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting. Duncan previously worked at Citipointe Church, starting in the Accounts Payable area at Citipointe Church, moving onto being the Finance Manager and then onto the Operations Pastor role at Citipointe Church Brisbane.

Duncan has always been passionate about business and the principles it teaches that are applicable not only for finance, but also in life.

Additionally, Duncan has completed his Commercial Pilots License.

• Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
• Master of Business Administration

Ella is an experienced counsellor, educator, consultant and speaker with a career in the field of mental health and wellbeing spanning 25 years. She has a Master of Arts in Transcultural Counselling and is on the Dean’s List, as well as a Bachelor of Education (Honours) and other certificates. Her passion, mission & gifting is integrating Christian theology and spirituality with psychology, counselling and mental health in her life's work and research endeavours.

Ella is an inspiring, engaging and insightful mental health professional with a genuine, person-centered focus, as well as an exceptional, enthusiastic communicator. She is passionate about empowering people with knowledge, insight, skills, and resources to enhance mental health and wellbeing.

https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/29972

QCT ID: 853776

Felicia is passionate about people and organisations operating to their highest potential.  Whether this be through her work with students helping them to develop their own skills and gifts, or by working with organisations her goal is to help people work together in way that encourages productivity and the fulfilment of purpose.

Drawing from her experience as the National Marketing Manager for Baskin Robbins, one of her key areas of passion is to help students and organisations 'find their flavour' by understanding who their ‘customers’ are and how to create a flavour that keeps them wanting to come back for more!

• Master of Public Relations (USQ, 2013)
• Bachelor of Business (USQ, 2006)
• Diploma of Christian Studies (Rhema Bible Training Centre, 1998)

• Virtual Team Development

• Certificate of Teaching Excellence, Swinburne University

I have 25 years experience in People and Culture, HR, Employee Relations, Strategic Leadership and Management, International Development, Workplace Training and missional engagement in the corporate and NFP sectors.

This, with over 40 years of ministry experience in the UK, Canada and Australia; which includes serving with Christian organisations in developing countries - PNG, India, Uganda, Kenya, Fiji, Thailand.

My husband and I enjoy doing life with our precious son, daughter in law and grandchildren, missional ministry, and spending time with life-giving friends. Also motorcycling since we were teens, international travel, entertaining at home, long beach walks, and we continue to live life with passion and purpose.

Personal Testimony

Growing up in a Christian family, as a child I asked Jesus into my heart every week at the local children’s mission. I was 12 yrs old when I had a defining encounter with Jesus and realised the importance of fully committing my life to serve the Lord – and I did.

What an extraordinary life journey from then to now. God has been so faithful. His goodness has pursued me every day of my life. I have learnt over the years that He wants to do the impossible in our lives and leave us amazed saying, “that was God!”

One of my favourite quotes is from Christine Caine, “Life is too short, the world is too big and God’s Love too great to live ordinary.” So, let’s do it for Christ and for those who are yet to know His Love.

My educational background includes a Doctor of Professional Studies, USQ; Master of Business Administration, USQ; Graduate Diploma in Management, USQ; Graduate Certificate Workplace Relations, WSU; Certificate in Alternate Dispute Resolution, UWO (University of Windsor, Ontario, Canada), and a Certificate in Ministry from Commonwealth Bible College (now Alphacrucius University College).

I am a Certified Member of the Australian Human Resource Institute (CAHRI), and an Associate of the London College of Music.

Hebaat (Herbie) Onapa is the School of Social Sciences Course Coordinator and Lecturer in Counselling and Human Services. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (University of New England, 2025), a Master’s in Counselling (Monash University, 2018), a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (Griffith University, 2000), and a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) (University of Queensland, 1999). As a member of the Brain Behaviour Research Group at UNE, she integrates research with teaching, fostering critical analysis and ethical practice among students. Her teaching focuses on child protection, youth justice, and developmental and social psychology, blending evidence-based approaches with a Christian worldview. Drawing from her PhD research on the physical and mental health effects of housing homeless individuals, she encourages students to explore real-world social issues and develop innovative, compassionate responses.

Beyond academia, Herbie has served in mission work across the USA, Sudan, and Ethiopia, advocating for the vulnerable, particularly women and children. Her lived experiences shape her mentorship, equipping students with practical insight and empathy. Known for her passion, encouragement, and bright smile, she fosters a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment that inspires future professionals. Outside of work, she enjoys the great outdoors and cherishing time with family and friends.

With over 25 years of experience in professional and pastoral counselling in Australia and abroad, Herbie is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).

• Doctor of Philosophy (University of New England, Current)
• Master of Counselling (Monash University, 2018)
• Bachelor of Psychology - Honours (Griffith University, 2000)
• Bachelor of Arts – Psychology (University of Queensland, 1999)

• Homelessness – Housing - Health
• Family and Domestic Violence

• Counsellor
• Chaplain
• Educator

Onapa, H., Sharpley, C. F., Bitsika, V., McMillan, M. E., MacLure, K., Smith, L., & Agnew, L. L. (2022). The physical and mental health effects of housing homeless people: A systematic review. Health & Social Care in the Community, 30(2), 448-468. https://doi.org/10.1111/hsc.13486

Ivan Daw is a Chartered Accountant and a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). Ivan has over 20 years experience working in Finance including Chartered Accounting Firms, Listed Entities and Not for Profits.

Ivan has worked in a number of finance areas including Trainee Accountant/ Audit Clerk, Management Accountant, , Financial Accountant, Finance Manager, Financial Controller and currently Chief Financials Officer (CFO).

• Bachelor of Accounting – University of South Australia
• Master of Business Administration – Deakin University
• Graduate Diploma CA from CAANZ

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• Full Member, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ)
• Full Member and Fellow, Certified Practising Accountants Australia (CPA Australia)
• Full member, Australia Institute of Directors (AICD)

• Director, Red Frogs Australia
• Director and Secretary, INO Project Ltd

James Colefax is currently employed at Hillcrest Christian College as the Deputy Head of Senior Learning Community.  In addition to this role, James is employed as a sessional lecturer at CHC and a Radio host for Vision Christian Media.

James began my tenure at Hillcrest in 2021 after serving at Calvary Christian College for 21 years.  James is a PE specialist with extensive experience in Sports Management where I served on the South Coast School Sport Board for 10 years, and am currently the Queensland School Sport - Futsal Secretary.  James has taught Health & Physical Education, Sport Science, Senior Physical Education, English, Maths, Christian Education and IT.

James is a life-long leaner who values opportunities to grow and develop in his capacity to influence and be influenced by those around him.  He has been privileged to serve under a number of great educational leaders, some that he still values as mentors and friends who challenge and encourage me in my pursuit of excellence as a Christian educator.

• Bachelor of Education (Health and PE) – Griffith University
• Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice – Griffith University
• Masters of Education – CHC

• Physical Activity and Academic Improvement
• The ‘Active Classroom’

• Queensland School Sport Regional Service Award (2015)
• South Coast School Sport Life Member (2015)
• South Coast School Sport Chris Hammit 10yr Service Award (2015)
• South Coast School Sport Meritorious Service Award (2010)
• Senior Physical Education Panellist – Brisbane South (2004 – Present)
• ACHPER award for significant contribution to Health & Physical Education (2002)

• Member of Golden Key National Honour Society
• Member of the Australian Council of Educational Leaders
• Member of Adolescent Success (formally Middle Years of Schooling Association)
• Member of the Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation
• Member of the Australian Coaching Council
• Member of the Royal Life Saving Society – Queensland (Level 2 Examiner)

James Colefax is currently hosting a Nationally broadcast radio program on Vision Christian Radio called ‘The Story’, recently nominated for an Excellence in Media Award for Compelling Content – Audio, at the Christian Media & Arts Australia 2019 conference.

He holds qualifications in several sporting associations including soccer, basketball, volleyball, netball, swimming, touch and athletics.

Jason Albrecht is a financial professional with 20 years’ experience within the business finance industry and numerous volunteer positions., Additionally, Jason also has a wealth of knowledge and experience within the Business Applied Finance program at QUT. Jason is motivated by opportunities to help others grow, connect, invest, and achieve their goals, through professional, knowledgeable service.

• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Business (Applied Finance)
• Diploma of Financial Services (Finance/Mtg Brokerage Management)
• Advanced Diploma in Bus

Jen is a sessional lecturer at Christian Heritage College, with over 28 years of experience in primary and secondary education. Her career began in primary classrooms but soon included secondary subjects such as PD/H/PE, Maths, Science, and Hospitality. Jen has served as a Vocational Education and Training (VET) Coordinator and has taught in schools across Australia, in the United States and had consulting experiences in Vietnam.

With a Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice, Jen is a career counselor who supports senior students and adults in their academic and professional pathways. She is currently completing a Master of Education (Innovative Learning Design).

Jen is committed to creating engaging, inclusive learning environments that empower students to reach their full potential. She has extensive experience mentoring pre-service and new teachers and is dedicated to improving assessment and reporting practices to ease teacher workloads and inform their future teaching practices. Passionate about teacher wellbeing, Jen advocates for developing supportive practices that foster professional growth, effectiveness and positive environments.

Bachelor of Arts in Christian Education (Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College, USA, 1994)
Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice (CEAV Institute, VIC, 2022)
Master of Education (Innovative Learning Design) (Queensland University of Technology, completion in 2025)
Certificate III in Hospitality (Access Recognised Training, 2015)
Certificate II in Kitchen Operations (Access Recognised Training, 2015)

• Inclusive assessment
• Online learning environments
• Teacher wellbeing

Professional Experience:
Classroom teacher (1994 - 2024)
Year 7 Coordinator (2019)
Year 6 Coordinator (2020)
Vocational Education & Training (VET) Coordinator (2021-2022)
Career Adviser (2021 – current)

Career Advisers Association (NSW & ACT) Associate member, 2021-2022
Career Development Association Australia, Professional member, 2025-current

An experienced educational leader who utilises change management and team building skills with a strategic approach and engaging manner. I have created improvement programs, developed extensive curriculum and upgraded teaching & learning and curriculum processes. Utilising experience in a wide range of educational opportunities in Australia and England, my strength is the ability to think strategically, develop potential in students and work collaboratively with staff to implement innovations and deliver creative solutions to educational challenges. I believe that effective people are what drive highly effective schools. With excellent communication and leadership abilities, I am appreciated for my contribution in both my educational and governance roles.

Company Directors Course (GAICD)
Australian Institute of Company Directors, 2023
Masters of Education (Leadership and Management)
Queensland University of Technology 2022
Bachelor of Education
Christian Heritage College 2005
Bachelor of Teaching
Christian Heritage College 1995

* Christian Education
* Teaching adolescents and understanding Generation Z and Generation Alpha
* High impact teaching strategies and student engagement
* High Performance Teams
* Characteristics of highly effective schools
* Effective leadership
* Understanding good governance

* Brisbane Christian College, January 2020 – Present
Head of Middle School Years 6 - 8
* Futureproof People and Bulletproof Performance, 2019
Associate Director & Co-founder Futureproof People – Senior Coach Bulletproof Performance
* Citipointe Christian College, Brisbane, January 2014 – December 2018
Training Coordinator and Lead Instructional Coach
Learning Extension Teacher
Teaching, Learning & Innovation Assistant
Year 5 Head of Year
* Brisbane School of Distance Education January 2006 – December 2013
Member of Advisory Committee
* Groves Christian College, 2002
Special Needs Teacher
* St Helen’s Anglican Girls School London, 2000 - 2001
Mathematics Coordinator of Junior School
* St Mary’s Private Girls School London, 1999 - 2000
Year 5 Teacher

Personal interests:
• Cooking & spending time with family & friends
• Reading to learn personally, spiritually and professionally
• Member of local Community Choir
• Mentoring & board governance roles
* Running (fund-raising fun runs)

* ACS - Australian Christian Schools
* Teacher Magazine - Australian Council for Educational Research.
* AICD - Australian Institute of Company Directors
* ACEL - Australian Council for Educational Leaders

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Dr Jo Armstrong has been in executive leadership positions for over a decade. Currently she is the Chief Executive Officer for Cystic Fibrosis Australia and has extensive experience across the charitable sector and is passionate about people fulfilling their potential.

Jo believes in lifelong learning and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and, Doctorate in Business Leadership. She has a relentless pursuit of knowledge and commitment to driving positive change and bringing others with her on the journey of personal growth and development. Jo has regularly spoken at Citipointe Kingdo Builders and Kingdom Builders Women’s events as she is keen to encourage others in their stage of life.

Jo brings exceptional expertise and governance acumen to her role, highlighted by her achievement as a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). She has recently accepted a position as a Board Director with the Red Frogs Australia.

Jo has received recognition for her work through her nomination as a Finalist for Woman of the West in 2018, Finalist in the Parramatta City Council Citizen of the Year 2022 and recognition from the Federal Government for the impact she has made in Australia.

Jo is passionate about serving others whether through education, welfare, or advocacy so that everyone may have a full and abundant life.

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Dr Johanna Lynch is a retired GP who has devoted her career to understanding and caring for those whose distress is often ignored or minimised in our community. She now works consulting to national projects on domestic violence, child sexual abuse and sexual assault, as well as researching ways to assess distress that do not miss violation, neglect, and injustice. She also offers individual and group supervision to multidisciplinary clinicians who want to learn how to offer strengths-based, trauma-informed whole person care.

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Johanna's clinical work included working as a GP in the Brisbane Bayside for ten years followed by 15 years working as a GP psychotherapist caring for adult survivors of neglect and trauma who had often received multiple mental health and physical diagnoses without anyone listening to their life stories. During those years she pioneered the establishment of the first transdisciplinary trauma clinic in Australia - named Integrate Place (2009-2013) This practical clinical work of being with those in our community who are often marginalised, misunderstood, and categorised with multiple mental health diagnoses has led her to search for approaches to the whole person that are applicable across disciplines. She has pioneered approaches that actively work against the fragmentation caused by trauma and neglect.

Johanna also teaches medical students and works as a clinical academic as Senior Lecturer with The University of Queensland's General Practice Clinical Unit. She is a clinical advisor to a domestic and family violence program with Brisbane South PHN and to Blue Knot Foundation, is on the ALIVE National Centre for Mental Health Research Intersectoral policy committee, and is president of the Australian Society for Psychological Medicine that educates supports and champions GPs and allied health providers who offer complex whole person care. She teaches mental health skills and trauma-informed care to GPs, medical students, and multidisciplinary clinicians.

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2019 PhD The University of Queensland
2016 Fellowship Australian Society for Psychological Medicine
2007 Graduate Certificate (Grief and Loss) The University of Queensland
2003 Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
1992 MBBS The University of Queensland

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Research Interests

Transdisciplinary methodology

Whole Person Care

Trauma-informed care

Sense of Safety

Holding the complex whole: generalist philosophy, priorities and practice that facilitate whole-person care

Lynch, Johanna M., Thomas, Hayley R., Askew, Deborah A. and Sturman, Nancy (2023). Holding the complex whole: generalist philosophy, priorities and practice that facilitate whole-person care. Australian Journal of General Practice, 52 (7), 428-433. doi: 10.31128/AJGP-01-23-6686

Whole person assessment for family medicine: a systematic review

Thomas, Hayley Robyn, Best, Megan, Chua, David, King, David and Lynch, Johanna (2023). Whole person assessment for family medicine: a systematic review. BMJ Open, 13 (4) e065961, e065961. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-065961

The Craft of Generalism clinical skills and attitudes for whole person care

Lynch, Johanna M., Driel, Mieke, Meredith, Pamela, Stange, Kurt C., Getz, Linn, Reeve, Joanne, Miller, William L. and Dowrick, Christopher (2021). The Craft of Generalism clinical skills and attitudes for whole person care. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice, 28 (6), 1187-1194. doi: 10.1111/jep.13624

A whole person approach to wellbeing: building sense of safety

Lynch, Johanna (2021). A whole person approach to wellbeing: building sense of safety. Abingdon, Oxon, United Kingdom: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9781003044833

Biology and experience intertwined – trauma, neglect and physical health

Lynch, Johanna and Kirkengen, Anna Luise (2019). Biology and experience intertwined – trauma, neglect and physical health. Humanising mental health care in Australia: a guide to trauma-informed approaches. (pp. 195-208) edited by Richard Benjamin, Joan Haliburn and Serena King. Abingdon, Oxon, United Kingdom: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9780429021923-15

Beyond symptoms: Defining primary care mental health clinical assessment priorities, content and process

Lynch, Johanna M., Askew, Deborah A., Mitchell, Geoffrey K. and Hegarty, Kelsey L. (2012). Beyond symptoms: Defining primary care mental health clinical assessment priorities, content and process. Social Science and Medicine, 74 (2), 143-149. doi: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2011.08.043

'I thought I was about to die': management of non-fatal strangulation in general practice

Victoire, Anousha, De Boos, Julia and Lynch, Johanna (2022). 'I thought I was about to die': management of non-fatal strangulation in general practice. Australian Journal of General Practice, 51 (11), 871-876. doi: 10.31128/AJGP-10-21-6195

Recognising and responding to domestic and family violence in general practice

Lynch, Johanna, Stone, Louise and Victoire, Anousha (2022). Recognising and responding to domestic and family violence in general practice. Australian Journal of General Practice, 51 (11), 863-869. doi: 10.31128/AJGP-03-22-6375

Where the joy comes from: a qualitative exploration of deep GP-patient relationships

Thomas, Hayley, Lynch, Johanna, Burch, Emily, Best, Megan, Ball, Lauren, Sturgiss, Elizabeth and Sturman, Nancy (2023). Where the joy comes from: a qualitative exploration of deep GP-patient relationships. BMC Primary Care, 24 (1) 268, 1-14. doi: 10.1186/s12875-023-02224-0

‘Things we are expected to just do and deal with’: Using the medical humanities to encourage reflection on vulnerability and nurture clinical skills, collegiality, compassion, and self-care

Kelly, Michaela, Lynch, Johanna, Mainstone, Penny, Green, Alison and Sturman, Nancy (2022). ‘Things we are expected to just do and deal with’: Using the medical humanities to encourage reflection on vulnerability and nurture clinical skills, collegiality, compassion, and self-care. Perspectives on Medical Education, 11 (5), 300-304. doi: 10.1007/s40037-022-00724-w

Myth-busting: role of the GP in primary mental health care.

Stone, Louise, Spielman, Karen, Tam, Michael, Lynch, Johanna, Su, May, Senior, Tim, Price, Karen, Chalmers, Sarah and Burton, Gwendoline (2022). Myth-busting: role of the GP in primary mental health care. . Insight+.

Heard, known, and safe in general practice? An interview study with patients with severe and persistent mental illness

Sturman, Nancy Jennifer, Williams, Ryan, Wyder, Marianne and Lynch, Johanna (2022). Heard, known, and safe in general practice? An interview study with patients with severe and persistent mental illness. BJGP Open, 6 (2) BJGPO.2021.0201. doi: 10.3399/bjgpo.2021.0201

The Craft of Generalism clinical skills and attitudes for whole person care

Lynch, Johanna M., Driel, Mieke, Meredith, Pamela, Stange, Kurt C., Getz, Linn, Reeve, Joanne, Miller, William L. and Dowrick, Christopher (2021). The Craft of Generalism clinical skills and attitudes for whole person care. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice, 28 (6), 1187-1194. doi: 10.1111/jep.13624

Long-term antidepressant use in general practice: a qualitative study of GPs' views on discontinuation

Donald, Maria, Partanen, Riitta, Sharman, Leah, Lynch, Johanna, Dingle, Genevieve A., Haslam, Catherine and van Driel, Mieke (2021). Long-term antidepressant use in general practice: a qualitative study of GPs' views on discontinuation. British Journal of General Practice, 71 (708), BJGP.2020.0913-e516. doi: 10.3399/bjgp.2020.0913

The effects of social group interventions for depression: systematic review

Dingle, Genevieve A., Sharman, Leah S., Haslam, Catherine, Donald, Maria, Turner, Cynthia, Partanen, Riitta, Lynch, Johanna, Draper, Grace and van Driel, Mieke L. (2021). The effects of social group interventions for depression: systematic review. Journal of Affective Disorders, 281, 67-81. doi: 10.1016/j.jad.2020.11.125

Besides being a sessional lecturer at CHC, I am also an individual and couples counsellor and clinical supervisor in private practice on the northside of Brisbane and have currently accrued over 3500 counselling hours experience. I previously worked at a Private Residential Rehab called The Banyans as a counsellor and professional supervisor for their wellness coaches. Before my counselling studies I worked as a Family Support Worker with the Salvation Army in residential care for homeless women and children.

I am passionate about God, about people and about relationships and love to be part of seeing others become empowered and to grow and change to be all who God created them to be. I have been married to my husband Gordon for over 40 years and we have 8 grown children and 21 gorgeous grandchildren ranging in age from 18 years down to 3 months old, and I adore each one of them! We have been empty nesters for a few years now and are enjoying this new season of our life and love our big crazy family get togethers. We also have a gorgeous golden spaniel called Macey who is thoroughly spoilt!

I love spending quality time with family and friends, being in nature, whether it’s walking through the surf at the beach or going for a rainforest walk or a bike ride along the waterfront at Redcliffe. I also love reading and continuing to learn and grow personally.

I can’t remember a time when I didn’t believe in God but as a child I was brought up with a lot of legalism so didn’t get to know God’s love and grace until I was in my early twenties and it was then my husband and I were baptised. As the years have gone on, my love for God continues to grow and I love to spend time with Him whether in worship, reading His Word, being in Creation or fellowshipping at church.

Master Family & Systemic Therapy - ACU
Graduate Certificate Neuropschotherapy - CHC
Bachelor Social Science (Counselling) - CHC
Diploma Social Science - CHC
Diploma Ministry - BCIT

Level 1 & 2 Gottman Couples Training
Level 1 & 2 Janina Fisher's Complex Trauma Training

Relational growth
Applied Neuroscience
Memory Reconsolidation
Disordered eating
Trauma recovery
Therapeutic relationship and Attachment

Clinical registration (Supervisor) PACFA & CCAA
Certified Member: International Association of Applied Neuroscience
Registered Practitioner with the Australian Centre for Eating Disorders (ACFED)

I am a counsellor in private practice, having moved from Sydney to Brisbane in 2019. In Sydney, I was a full-time academic, as well as managing a small counselling practice.

My undergrad is in Primary Teaching to which I have added Certificates in Counselling, Couple Counselling and Art Therapy as well as a Masters and a PhD in counselling where I researched the impact of trauma on serving missionaries. I have extensive industry experience having worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples in private practice. I have also worked as a school counsellor and in agencies. I love to work with expressive therapies, and am psychodynamically and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy trained. Currently, I serve on the National Council of the Christian Counsellor’s Association of Australia where I hold the Ethics and Training chairs.  I am also on the PACFA Professional Conduct Panel.

I have 5 grandchildren all under the age of 10. That means I love to play with LEGO and hang out in parks and anywhere near water. Over the years I have served in many church-based ministries, however, I have a particular interest in mission, especially involving trafficked children and child soldiers.

Personal Testimony:

Jesus invited me to follow Him when I was 16. I have had the privilege of serving in all kinds of church based ministries over the years and more recently have been involved in trafficking and child soldier work in Asia.

• Dip Teach
• Cert Counselling
• Cert Relationship Counselling
• Cert Art Therapy
• M Couns
• PhD

• Complex Trauma
• Ethical Practice for counsellors
• Neuroscience

• Critical Incident Support
• Private Counselling Practice
• Senior Lecturer- Counselling
• Adjunct Lecturer- Counselling
• School Counsellor
• Children’s Counsellor
• Middle School Teacher & Coordinator
• Primary Teacher & Coordinator

• PACFA
• CCAA
• ACA

• Just Projects International - consultant and counsellor
• The Freedom Project - consultant

Staff Credentials

I am a sessional lecturer at CHC, and I will be teaching the CO553 Domestic and Family Violence Counselling unit online. In addition to this role, I am currently working as a men’s domestic violence counsellor and group facilitator in Queensland and Victoria.

My education background consists of a Bachelor of Psychology at the University of Southern Queensland, a Bachelor of Counselling at the Southern Cross University, and a Master of Counselling (here at CHC), I have post-graduate certificates in Neuropsychotherapy, Gestalt Therapy and Expressive Therapies.

Bio and Personal Info/Interests

Over the last 20 years, I have worked in direct practice with children and families in domestic violence/ sexual assault and men’s domestic violence change behaviour programs. I am a passionate and experienced trainer and group facilitator. I have delivered domestic and family violence (DFV) legislative and educational programs to various organisations across the Sunshine Coast, QLD. The executive producer of the ‘Men Choosing Change’ DFV movie for UnitingCare, “Calming the Angry brain” and “Minds Behind Bullying” animations (DFV resources) which I presented at the international Neuropsychotherapy conference in Melbourne. I am passionate about change and aspire to share specialist DFV knowledge - to transform how we address domestic and family violence in our community.

I was originally born in the United Kingdom and moved to Australia when I was 20. A victim-survivor of domestic violence, I was a single mother for many years and had a son who is 28 years old.

Personal Testimony

Growing up in a Christian family, I accepted Christ as my personal Saviour at 10. As a child, I was always an explorer, and in my teenage years, I pulled away from God and my family, taking a job as a children’s nanny in Gibraltar. This led to my desire to explore the world and eventually live in Australia.

Getting caught up in the modelling scene, far from family and friends, I found myself with the wrong crowd and eventually became a victim of domestic violence.

As I turned to God, my journey from then to now was fraught with many obstacles and triumphs, but God’s presence was always with me throughout. As a living testimony, I can honestly say God works all things together for good. Over the last 20 years, I have been honoured to journey with men, women and children impacted

by domestic and family violence. My heart’s desire is to share this knowledge with you so that it may help others as you fulfil God’s purpose in your own lives.

Contact Information

Here's how to get in touch with me. · Email: karen.marsh@chc.edu.au (preferred and I am quick to respond at any time)

· Phone number: 0493030776

· Online virtual hours: Any time during office hours and regularly outside this time.

• Bachelor of Psychology at the University of Southern Queensland
• Bachelor of Counselling at the Southern Cross University
• Master of Counselling at Christian Heritage College
• Post-graduate certificates in Neuropsychotherapy, Gestalt Therapy and Expressive Therapies

Dr Karenne Hills maintains a ‘portfolio lifestyle’ with a number of professional interests. She completed her Ph.D. titled “Spirituality in the Context of Nonverbal Autism” in 2019, and is passionate about exploring the spirituality of people who may experience barriers to traditional religious teaching and involvement. Karenne operates a private practice combining her professional qualifications in the areas of counselling, nursing, teaching, disability and autism. She works with individuals, couples and families in a variety of contexts, specialising in supporting families and organisations with a member with a disability. She also consults to local disability organisations, and is currently working on an innovative program designed to support students with specialised learning abilities to achieve success in post school educational and employment opportunities. She regularly speaks at local, national and international conferences on a varity of topics pertaining to people with disabilities, spirituality and autism. Karenne has published in several academic journals and books.

Hills, K., & Meteyard, J. (2013). Disability: A fresh approach to an old dilemma. Journal of Religion, Disability & Health, 17(1), 62-72.

Hills, K., Clapton, J., & Dorsett, P. (2016). Towards an understanding of spirituality in the context of non-verbal autism: A scoping review. Journal of Disability and Religion, 20(4), 265-290.

Hills, K., Clapton, J., & Dorsett, P. (2019). Spirituality in the context of nonverbal autism: Practical and theological considerations. Practical Theology. 12(2). 186 – 197.

Hills, K., Clapton, J., & Dorsett, P. (2019). Spirituality, silence and solitude: A reflective interpretation regarding mystery and people with nonverbal autism. Journal of the Study of Spirituality. 9(2). 138 – 151.

Hills, K., Clapton, J., Dorsett, P., & Andersen, K. (2019). Spirituality in the context of nonverbal autism: A research process – Findings and Analysis. Journal of Religion and Disability. 23(4). 365-386.

Hills, K., Clapton, J., & Dorsett, P. (2019). Ethical considerations when conducting research with people with nonverbal autism: A commentary on current processes and practices. Journal of Social Inclusion. 10(2). 58-64.

Hills, K., Clapton, J., Dorsett, P., & Andersen, K. (2020). Conducting collaborative research with people who are nonverbal from their own perspective: A first hand methodological approach. Journal of Social Inclusion. 11(2). 5-23. DOI: http://doi.org/10.36251/josi.162

Aghamiri, F., Luetz, J., & Hills, K. (2022). Impacts of sexual addiction on intimate female partners – The state of the art. Sexual Health & Compulsivity. DOI. 10.1080/26929953.2022.2050862

Aghamiri, F., Luetz, J., & Hills, K. (2023). Pornography addiction and its impacts on intimate female partner wellbeing-A systematic synthesis. Journal of Addictive Diseases DOI: 10.1080/10550887.2021.2021058

Aghamiri, F., Luetz, J., & Hills, K. (2024). Investigating the impacts of compulsive sexual behaviours on women using descriptive phenomenology: A research agenda. Sexuality Research and Social Policy. DOI:10.1007/s13178-024-00934-3

Hills, K., Andersen, K., & Davidson, S. (2018). Personalised learning and teaching approaches to meet diverse needs: A prototype tertiary education program. In. J. Luetz, T. Dowden, and B. Norsworthy (Eds.), Reimagining Christian education - Cultivating transformative approaches. Switzerland: Springer.

Luetz, J., Bergsma, C., & Hills, K. (2018). The poor just might be the educators we need for global sustainability – A manifesto for consulting the unconsulted. In W. L. Filho, A. Consorte-McCrea et al. (Eds.), Sustainability and Humanities: linking social values, theology and spirituality towards sustainability. World Sustainability Series. Switzerland: Springer.

Ayre, C., Hills, K., & Luetz, J. (2021). Ecology, war and nuclear testing in the Pacific: The path of reconciliation, in Beyond Belief: Opportunities for Faith-Engaged Approaches to Climate-Change Adaptation in the Pacific Islands. Springer

Hills, K., & Gosbell, L. (2022). Reflections and aspirations: Personalised learning and approaches to meet diverse needs in higher education. In A. Calder, J Clapton and T Parmenter (Eds.), Reflective Being, Being Reflective: 25 years of mult-faith perspectives on disability and spirituality in Australia and Aotearoa, New Zealand. Melbourne, Victas.

Kenneth Crowther is the founding principal of a classical school starting in 2026, St John Henry Newman College, and has been teaching in the secondary and tertiary sectors for 15 years.
He holds an Arts and Education Bachelor's degree, a Master of Arts in Creative Writing, a Master of Arts in Early Modern Literature and is about to complete a PhD in Early Modern Literature and Culture.

• Doctor of Philosophy (Theatre Literature, History and Criticism) (University of Southern Queensland, 2025)
• Master of Arts (Research) (University of Southern Queensland, 2019)
• Master of Arts (Macquarie University, 2016)
• Bachelor of Arts and Education (University of Southern Queensland, 2010)

His research interests are represented by his thesis titles:

• Masters: 'Shakespeare's Sloth: Acedia as demonic humoralism in 'Macbeth', 'King Lear', and 'Timon of Athens'.
• Doctorate: 'Disenchanted Paradoxes: Syncretising Meteorology, Demonology and Humoralism on the Early Modern English Stage'.He also researches correlations between medieval philosophical innovations and Christian Platonism, as well as classical and liberal arts education particularly in the work of C.S. Lewis, Jacques Maritain and John Henry Newman.He hosts a podcast about classical education in Australia (Educating Humans), and another about the history of ideas (Chiron).

• Toowoomba Christian College (TCC) Head of Secondary

'The Educational Renewal' in 'Culture of Freedom' edited by Kevin Donnelly (2024).
'The Incoherence of Babel' in 'Wokery: A Wake-Up Call for the West' edited by David Daintree, (2023),
'Free Speech as Ouroboros' in 'Reclaiming Freedom: Modern Threats to Speech and Religion', edited by David Daintree (2022).
'Whose Culture, Which Liberal Arts' in 'Passing on the Faith' edited by David Daintree (2021).

Memberships:
ANZSA - Australia and New Zealand Shakespeare Association
SAA - Shakespeare Association of America

• Member of Australian and New Zealand Shakespeare Association (ANZSA)
• Lloyd Davis Memorial Prize Finalist at ANZSA 2018

Kerri is the counsellor and co-founding director of Siloam Wellness Centre, a not-for-profit, registered charity providing trauma-informed care and support with a focus on holistic health and trauma recovery.

Kerri has been providing therapy and support as a counsellor since completing an advanced diploma in counselling and family therapy in 2010. Initially in private practice, Kerri subsequently joined a team operating from a church community counselling centre. After completing her Master of Counselling, specialising in trauma, Kerri, along with her husband, founded Siloam Wellness Centre.

With a trauma-informed and eclectic approach to therapy, Kerri focuses on building a safe therapeutic relationship, and helping clients develop emotional tolerance and regulation tools, self-compassion, a healthy sense of self, and relational skills to foster health and resilience, integrating the past into the present.

Prior to counselling Kerri has worked in the private sector as a business analyst and within church contexts in various administrative and ministry roles. Outside of work, Kerri enjoys reading, music, dance and beach holidays.

Kristie Schulz is the Head of Curriculum (Secondary) at Parklands Christian College, and is an experienced secondary school teacher. She has served as a Science and Maths teacher, a Head of Science and Mathematics, a Head of Middle School and in her current role overseeing all curriculum implementation in the secondary school.

Kristie recently completed her Master of Philosophy (Education) studies, where her research examined the policy rhetoric of STEM education in Australia, and a case study of a transdisciplinary applied STEM subject that she designed and enacted at her school. In this subject, she designed an innovative pedagogical framework for the implementation of transdisciplinary curriculum, that can extend well beyond the four disciplines of S.T.E.M.

Kristie is a passionate educator, who holds closely the values of lifelong learning and creative innovation.

Bachelor of Education (Honours) - 2011
Master of Philosophy (Education) - 2023

Teacher Magazine articles - https://www.teachermagazine.com/au_en/authors/kristie-schulz

Schulz, Kristie A. (2022) Transdisciplinary STEM curriculum enactment: an exploratory case study in the Queensland context. Masters (Research) thesis, James Cook University. Available Online: https://researchonline.jcu.edu.au/80773/

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Schulz, K. (2023, September 3-4). Transdisciplinary STEM enactment: An exploratory case study in the Queensland context [poster presentation]. Research Conference 2023: Becoming Lifelong Learners. Australian Council for Educational Research. https://research.acer.edu.au/rc21-30/rc2023/posters/7

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Ps. Lachlan Mackay is currently serving as the Associate Pastor at Freedom Christian Co. He was previously a lecturer with iSEE COLLEGE where he helped establish the Bachelor Program. Recently, he completed a Masters of Theology with Planetshakers College. Lachlan brings a depth of ministerial experience and a passion for empowering leaders for their God-given purposes through teaching and impartation. His Research interests include Early Church History, Pentecostal Theology, and Spiritual Formation.

• 2024 MTh, Planetshakers College
• 2022 BTh, iSEE College

Leoni brings a wealth of experience to her role, having served in a range of leadership and academic positions across both school and higher education contexts. Her career includes roles such as Head of Primary, Pre-K to Year 6 Head of School/Principal, Head of Wellbeing, Curriculum and Programming Coordinator, Instructional Coach, and facilitator of Adult Education programs.

She is currently engaged in teaching and academic supervision at the University of Newcastle and Alphacrucis University College. Previously, she lectured and coordinated professional experience placements at St Philip’s Christian College.

Her professional experience spans both the Independent and Department of Education sectors, giving her a comprehensive understanding of diverse educational settings.

Leoni recently joined the academic team at Christian Heritage College. Central to her vocation is a deep commitment to her Christian faith, which informs and inspires her work in education.

She is passionate about equipping future educators to integrate a Christian worldview into their teaching practice, fostering a holistic and purpose-driven approach to learning. Her work is focused on developing educators who lead with integrity, faith, and a transformative vision for education.

Faith and spiritual formation;

Mentoring and supporting others in their personal and professional growth;

Lifelong learning and educational research;

Reading theology, leadership, and education-related literature;

Community involvement and church ministry;

Cooking, food culture, and nutrition;

Health and wellbeing, including holistic lifestyle practices;

Family time and nurturing strong relationships;

Creative planning and resource development for teaching and worship;

Outdoor walks, nature, and reflective journaling.

Integration of faith and values in teacher education and curriculum;

Educational leadership informed by ethical and faith-based principles;

Formation of professional identity in pre-service and early-career teachers;

Wellbeing and resilience among educators and school leaders;

The role of mentoring and instructional coaching in teacher development;

Curriculum innovation within Christian and values-based school settings;

Reflective practice and theological engagement in educational contexts;

Exploring the impact of worldview on pedagogy and classroom culture.

Sessional Academic / Lecturer – Alphacrucis University College
June 2024 – Present

Sessional Academic – University of Newcastle
January 2024 – Present

Head of Primary (P–6) – Belmont Christian College
2014 – September 2023

Head of Wellbeing – Belmont Christian College
2021 – 2023

Accreditation Authority / Teacher Mentor – Belmont Christian College
January 2006 – 2023

Curriculum and Programming Coordinator – Belmont Christian College
2005 – December 2014

External Assessor – NESA / Christian Schools Australia
2007 – 2012

Primary Classroom Teacher – Various Schools
1999 – Present (reduced load since 2014)

Adult Educator and Curriculum Specialist – TAFE NSW
1984 – 1996

Dr Lynne Doneley was the Executive Director and Principal Research Officer for Associated Christian Schools, which is a non-profit organization supporting 44 member schools throughout Queensland.

My educational background consists of a Diploma of Teaching, Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies (Computers in Education), Master of Education, Master of Educational Administration and Doctor of Education.

Before her role with Associated Christian Schools, Lynne worked for Christian Schools Australia as the Queensland Executive Officer and previously the Principal of Genesis Christian College for 11 years.

Lynne is passionate about Christian education and have a special interest in governance and principal succession and recruitment.

• Diploma of Teaching
• Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies (Computers in Education)
• Master of Education
• Master of Educational Administration
• Doctor of Education

Mark Rasi has over 20 years of teaching and leadership experience within P-12 schools. He has expertise in developing professional and leadership capacity and identifying and facilitating school wide strategic objectives. He is driven by empowering teachers and leaders to be effective in the role they play in developing young people.

As an educator and leader, Mark has been involved in creating and implementing innovative teaching practices within the classroom and across a whole school. He values his partnerships with multiple higher education institutions that enable him to mentor and teach passionate young people in our profession.

• Master of Business Administration (Tampere University of Applied Sciences, Finland, 2018)
• Master of Arts (Griffith University, 2001)
• Graduate Diploma – Outdoor Education (Griffith University, 1991)
• Diploma of Education (Queensland University of Technology, 1990)

Masters’ Thesis

Rasi, M. (2018). A phenomenological study of principals as they anticipate the future of education. https://www.theseus.fi/handle/10024/156814

• Critical Applied Research of Digitalization in Education (CARDE) – Affiliated Member
• Queensland College of Teachers – Teacher Registration

Matthew is an experienced educator, although he began teaching later than most. He has had several careers along the way to being an educator, including lawyer, financial coach, working for several not-for-profits in the income development area, owning his own business and even conducted several weddings as a celebrant. During this process he has collected a Master of Education, Graduate Diploma of Education, Bachelor of Arts (History and Political Science), Bachelor of Law, and several Certificates in Finance, Theology and Training/Assessment.

• Master of Education
• Graduate Diploma of Education
• Bachelor of Arts (History and Political Science)
• Bachelor of Law

I am a psychotherapist and relationship counsellor and I absolutely love my job.

My educational background consists of a Master of counselling majoring in couple's counselling and a Bachelor of Social Science (counselling). Part of my Master's degree was undertaking a research component on sexuality and spiritual growth in women. I plan on expanding this research and writing a book...it's a fascinating topic.

Bio and Personal Info/Interests:

I'm married to a beautiful man, Brad and we have four gorgeous children. We've also provided foster care for lots of children over the years. I work in private practice at Daisy Hill and I do some contracting and consulting for some schools, churches and other community groups. I love sessional lecturing at CHC because I'm passionate about helping upcoming counsellors as they venture into this meaningful and challenging role.

Likes and Dislikes:

I enjoy reading and learning, camping and socialising, singing and dancing, and I love living life in the moment. As well as my beautiful family, I'm pretty smitten by my little dog, Teddy.

I don't like cleaning and washing, boring meetings and hostile politics, and I'm not too crazy about tomatoes.

Michael Harding is a business generalist with wide ranging Executive level experience in all areas of business, including human resources, finance, operations, risk management, and Information and Communication Technology. I have spent the last 12 years working for a Brisbane based, Christian Aged Care Provider, as the Operations Manager, People Manager and interim Chief Executive Officer. Michael has extensive experience of both profit and not for profit organisations and understands the challenges facing both.

Michael’s well-developed sense of humour and positive attitude to issues, both big and small, added to his calm, organised, and quick thinking demeanour gives him the ability to make the complex, simpler.

Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accounting and sub-major - Human Resources Management and Employment Relations.

Master of Arts in Christian Leadership.

My name is Michelle Murray and I am very much looking forward to working with you during your studies.

I completed my Masters of Counselling at Christian Heritage College.
My particular interest is working with adults as they heal from trauma.
I work with clients to promote and strengthen their personal boundaries in life.

Prior to this, I had worked for many years as a Registered Nurse in areas including General Nursing, Mental Health Nursing and Aged Care.

I live in the Northern Rivers of NSW. My self care includes spending time in the beautiful rainforests here, creating a calm and peaceful environment, and spending time with my husband, children, grandchildren and many pets!

Master of Counselling
Bachelor of Nursing
Graduate Certificate of Psychiatric Nursing
Graduate Certificate in Health Policy and Management

The experience of older adults who have experienced trauma in out of home care, as they re enter care in a Residential Aged Care Setting.

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Member of the Australian Counselling Association.

Dr Monique White is a Higher Education Fellow, Lecturer for Christian Heritage College and a Senior Learning Designer/ Education Developer with the Central Queensland University Learning Design and Innovation team. Before commencing her tertiary education career in 2017, Monique lead various teams and taught Health and Nutrition, Physical Education and Hospitality in private sector secondary schools for over 25 years. She was instrumental in transitioning Year 7 from primary to secondary and leading the Year 7 team for nearly a decade. Monique is a trained rehabilitation officer and has worked alongside homeless teenagers while volunteering in Melbourne correctional centres for several years.

Through personal experience and many hours spent as a volunteer counsellor, Monique was motivated to seek more informed strategies to assist young people in understanding their God-given ability to improve their mental well-being. Recent neuroscientific breakthroughs and her previous knowledge in education and psychology inspired her to develop a Neuroeducation Buoyancy Program based on Christian principles to improve people’s everyday resilience.

Passionate to fully understand the program's effectiveness, Monique has based her PhD studies on ascertaining the program's influence and effectiveness on adolescent buoyancy. Before developing the program, Monique had written several post-graduate courses and played a primary role in developing a Masters in Educational Neuroscience for Central Queensland University. She has also developed several online Educational Neuroscience programs completed by more than 50,000 people globally.

Monique is married with three adult daughters. She enjoys keeping fit and participating in various volunteer social development work in underprivileged parts of the world in her spare time.

Natalie Daugherty is a dedicated psychotherapist with over seven years of experience, specialising in individual therapy, couples, and family counselling. With a strong background as a school counsellor in both NSW and Queensland, she is trained in Level 2 Gottman Method Couples Counselling and Bowen Family Systems Therapy.

A passionate advocate for healing and restoration, Natalie feels blessed to serve as an ambassador for Christ, helping parents connect with their children and navigate life's challenges. She is deeply committed to supporting families, particularly in addressing technology and screen-related issues, with a special focus on youth struggling with Excessive Screen Use Disorder, using Multidimensional Family Counselling.

As a dedicated professional, Natalie is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and serves as a Professional Supervisor within the ACA College of Supervisors. She provides supervision and mentoring to both practising counsellors and counselling students, helping to enhance their clinical skills, professional development, and ethical practice.

Outside of work, Natalie enjoys walking, fitness, sunsets, and spending time with her husband of 24 years and their two adult children.

Availability: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri

- Masters in Counselling, CHC 2024
- Graduate Diploma in Integrated Psychotherapy & Counselling, Australian Institute of Family Counselling, 2020
- Advanced Diploma in Family Counselling, Australian Institute of Family Counselling, 2017
- Bachelor’s in Business Operations, DeVry University USA, 2000

Level 2 ACA Member
ACA College of Supervisors

Dr Nathan Polley is a professional educator with experience across consulting, education leadership and management, research, corporate training, project management and administration in various senior education management roles in Australia, Aotearoa-New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Egypt and Cambodia.

Dr Polley currently teach in various institutes including several higher education institutes in Australia teaching  in Masters-level programmes and in university and Bible school in Phnom Penh.

His research interest is in developing servant leaders focused on developing healthy individuals and communities that are 'others-first'.

• Doctorate of Ministry- Alphacrucis University College
• Master of Transformational Development -Eastern College
• Master of Business Administration - University of the Sunshine Coast
• Bachelor of Business (Management/Marketing)- Queensland University of Technology
• New Zealand Diploma in Adult and Tertiary Teaching- EDENZ Colleges
• Diploma in Project Management- The Moreland Group
• Diploma in Accounting / Certificate IV in Accounting- Australian College of Training & Employment
• Diploma and Certificate IV in Life Coaching  -The Coaching Institute

Nathanael has always had a love for Literature. In High School he would read Robert Louis Stephenson, Edgar Allen Poe and Arthur Conan Doyle in his spare time. He loved his Arts Degree at La Trobe and always wanted life to stop at his first year composite English Literature course, where he studied diverse texts from the canon such as Shakespeare plays, Elizabethan sonnets, Austen novels and Hemingway short stories. He received a First Class Honours at Melbourne University later on, studying George Herbert and 'New Science'. His PhD was on Cervantes's masterpiece Don Quixote on the hunt for features of Aristotelian virtue, in particular prudence and justice.

Previous to coming onboard full time at CHC, Nathanael was a high school teacher who loves teaching QCE Literature as well as a sessional lecturer at CHC.

Nathanael reads copiously and widely out of pure enjoyment.

PhD – University of Melbourne

Bachelor of Arts – La Trobe University

Christ is the cornerstone of my identity. God made himself known to me at a young age; my life story has been one of pursuing His plan and purpose for my life. The Christian faith is a very rational faith, a real faith; God's character (His image) is expressed in His creation. As your science teacher this semester, I hope that as I share my love science with you, you will discover more about His creation and your purpose within it.

• BSc (Chemistry and Geography)
• BEd (Secondary) from the University of Queensland

Nick Todd I’ve been at CHC and the wonderful Ministry College for a number of years now, and I love everything about it. In fact, I’ve been teaching in higher education for over two decades, and my Citipointe work is perhaps my favourite teaching experience.

Nick’s main loves are his faith and teaching, and this is reflected in his various qualifications. Nick considers himself to be a lifelong learner. Previous to CHC, Nick has taught in universities in England, Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates and in Australia. I’ve been teaching for almost three decades and still love it.

I was born and raised in the UK in a school that was founded in 1432! It had strong Christian values, which gave me a firm foundation in my faith. That was enhanced during some lengthy travels to Latin America and Eastern Europe. I was also fortunate to work for both Compassion and Vision Mundial (World Vision) when I lived in Guatemela. With my wife Kim, we have attended chuches when we worked in Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, and London. In 2005 we were a part of a church plant in Springfield Lakes, and that church is now known as Hillsong Brisbane West. It has been a remarkably exciting journey, and we are looking forward to all that God has in store for us.

• PhD (USQ)
• Master of Arts (Ministry) (Harvest)
• Graduate Certificate in Christian Leadership (Alpha Crucis College)
• Master of Education (TESOL) (Edinburgh)
• Bachelor of Arts (University of North London)

• Servant leadership in Higher Education, the First Year Experience

• Academic and Professional English
• E-Literacy for Contemporary Society
• Engaging in Discipleship

Ballantyne, J., Madden, T., & Todd, N. (2009). Gauging the attitudes of non-traditional students at a new campus: An Australian case study. Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management, 31(4), 301-313.  

McIntyre, J., Todd, N., Huijser, H., & Tehan, G. (2012). Building pathways to academic success: a practice report. International. Journal of the First Year in Higher Education, 3(1). 109-118.

Staff Credentials:

I am a Sessional Lecturer in the School of Social Sciences at CHC.

My educational background consists of a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Middle Eastern studies, Economic History and Politics (ANU); Master of Arts majoring in Sociology and Islamic Women's studies (Griffith Uni); PhD in the areas of Sociology, Migration and Islamic Women (UQ); Grad Dip Secondary Teaching (CHC).

Bio and Personal Info/Interests:

I have previously worked for six years as a Social Science Researcher in the School of Medicine at the University of Queensland. I have also taught at Griffith University and the University of Queensland. I am currently teaching sociology at CHC and the Australian Catholic University. I love gardening and have recently started to learn the cello!

Personal Testimony:

I became a committed Christian at the age of fifteen - this has been the most significant and important decision of my life and my central focus. I thank Jesus for His continuing faithfulness and grace.

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• Bachelor of Arts majoring in Middle Eastern studies, Economic History and Politics (ANU)
• Master of Arts majoring in Sociology and Islamic Women's studies (Griffith Uni)
• PhD in the areas of Sociology, Migration and Islamic Women (UQ)
• Grad Dip Secondary Teaching (CHC)

Nikola Porter is a sessional lecturer in the School of Social Sciences. Her interest in social sciences first began in 2007, and since then, she has combined her passion of social science with education and ministry.

Nikola completed her behavioural science bachelor in 2010, and then pursued post-graduate primary school teaching. She taught in a range of different roles for the past 12 years, all the while serving in pastoral leadership roles as an ordained minister in INC. She then completed her masters in counselling, and has been in private practice since. She continues to enjoy employment in tertiary education, counselling and training, and relief teaching.

Nikola is passionate about helping people to understand the basis of human behaviour and how God created us, and to support people's journey towards living in the fullness of what Christ as for them.

Christian Counsellors Association of Australia
PACFA
Queensland College of Teachers
INC ordained pastor

Peter Edwards is the Student Services and Success Coordinator (the role incorporates Study Support, and Student Services) and a lecturer at CHC. Peter has worked in Primary education for 32 years, across Christian, state and faith-based schools. His roles have been varied, and whilst always being a classroom teacher at heart, Peter also worked as Sports, IT and Gifted Education Coordinator at different stages in his career. Peter leadership experience includes Deputy and Principal roles with Education Queensland and Christian schools.

I hold a Bachelor of Education, Master of Education, and Diploma of Professional Coaching.

Peter’s heart's desire is to give back to the profession what it has given to me, by helping beginning teachers be the best they can be. Peter is incredibly passionate about the future of our profession.

• Bachelor of Education
• Master of Education
• Diploma of Professional Coaching

Peter Geizer is a Sessional Lecturer with CHC and has been lecturing at graduate and post-graduate level since 2002 in the area of Ministry, Leadership, Strategic Management, HR Management and Marketing.

Peter is a Fellow of the Institute of Leaders and Managers, Chartered Member of the Australian Institute of HR and Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Peter has lectured extensively through-out Asia for a Singaporean based leadership ministry and his doctoral thesis work is around the subject of organisational culture, educational leadership and the development of a Pentecostal/charismatic pedagogy.

• Diploma in Biblical Studies
• Diploma in Technical Analysis
• Bachelor of Business in HR Management and Marketing
• Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investments
• Master of Business Administration
• Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership

• Educational Leadership
• Organisational Culture
• Pentecostal/Charismatic Pedagogy

Corporate banking and commercial finance.

Board and advisory roles in industries including:

• property development and construction
• private mortgage management funds
• P-12 and tertiary education
• training and development
• church and charity NFP sector

Currently General Manager, INC Invest (a charitable investment fund); Chair-Secretary INC Invest Advisory Board, Secretary, Operations Board, International Network of Churches (annual turnover of Australian operations only >$100M), General Manager, Highpoint Business Centre, Springwood, Qld.

2017-2019 Advisory Consultant in respect to Policy Formulation Private Licensed/Registered Mortgage Fund.

2017-present Advisory Consultant several national & international not-for profits.

• Council/Board Member of CHC 2004-2017
• CHC Finance Sub-Committee 2010-2017

• Fellow Australian Institute of Leaders and Managers
• Chartered Member Australian Institute of Human Resources
• Member Australian Institute of Company Directors
• Certificate of Ordination, International Network of Churches, Brisbane
• Commissioner of Declarations in Queensland

• Board Member and Advisory Consultant in volunteer capacity to several national & international not-for-profits

I started my professional life as a high school teacher, teaching Technology & Design (Manual Arts), as well as PE in a boy’s school. After teaching 7 years, I spent 6 years in ministry with Scripture Union as a Youth Worker, working in 38 high schools across Logan City and the southern suburbs of Brisbane as well as overseeing the High school camping program. Once I completed post-graduate studies, I moved into the counselling field in 1994.

Since that time I have worked in a variety of roles including School Counsellor, Counsellor/Advisory Visiting Teacher with the first behaviour management team within Education Queensland, working with behaviourally disturbed children. As well a lecturing at CHC.

In 1999 I shifted my focus to developing my private practice with a specific focus on personal and relational growth. In 2000 I commenced hosting ‘Talking Life’ a weekly life issues, talk back radio program on Family Radio – Brisbane 96five, which I hosted for sixteen and half years and almost seven hundred programs.

For the past twenty-five years I have presented relationships and sexuality programs within schools under the title of Smart Relationships Education. I regularly present at conferences, professional development training, seminars and workshops. I have been interested in neuroscience for a decade after encountering Norman Doidge’s landmark work ‘The Brain That Changes Itself’.

• Master of Social Science, Queensland University of Technology (1998)
• Graduate Diploma of Social Science, Queensland University of Technology (1994)
• Diploma of Teaching, Mt Gravatt College of Advanced Education (1980)

• Applied neuroscience
• Couples Therapy & Relational Growth
• Human Sexuality
• Authentic Masculinity and its development within Australian Culture
• Counselling Dynamics & Processes
• Counsellor Education & Supervision
• Christian Spirituality in the Australian context

Brown, C, Brown, IS, Janetzki, P, Meteyard, J & O’Hara, DJ. (2002). Transforming Touches: Stories and Reflections on Transformation and Change. Occasional paper Number 1.

Janetzki PE & Knight MR. (2010). Being a Bloke: Discovering the Essence of Authentic Masculinity. Brisbane: Red Hill Publishing.

Peter is a regular conference speaker presenting at several conferences each year. Below are some of the significant hightlights.

September 2019 – CCAA National Conference, Brisbane. Workshop: “Neuropsychotherapy – A paradigm shift in the Changing World of Counselling – How Neuroscience Advancements are Going Beyond Theory and a Confirming Christian Worldview.”

May 2019 – IAAN – International Conference of Applied Neuroscience, Sydney. Workshop: “Affect Regulation using Poly Vagal Theory When Counselling Couples.”

May 2018 – The International Conference of Neuropsychotherapy, Melbourne. Workshop: “Integrated Process-Based Framework: A Neuropsychotherapy Approach with Couples.”

June 2017 – CCAA Western Australia, Perth. Full Day Training: “A Neuropsychotherapy Approach with Couples.”

September 2016 – first Joint Conference of PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia), CCAA (Christian Counsellors Association of Australia), SCAPE (Society of Counselling and Psychotherapy Educators) and APECA (Association of Psychological and Educational Counsellors of Asia Pacific), Melbourne. Keynote: “A Neuropsychotherapy Approach with Couples.” Full Day Workshop: “Engaging the Average Aussie Bloke.”

August 2011 – The 6th World Congress for Psychotherapy, Sydney. Workshop: “Beyond Eclecticism – Integrating key concepts of Schnarch, Gottman, Bader & Pearson, and Briere with Contemporary Neuroscience.”

Aug 2011 – Qld Institute of Clinical Pastoral Education, Brisbane. Two Keynote Presentations: “How Family of Origin Impacts in the Present.”

June 2010 – Presbyterian Church of Queensland Annual Assembly, Brisbane. Three Keynotes: “Pastoral Care in the Age of Psychotherapy.”

For the past two decades Peter has presented at the biannual Christian Schools Australia & Associated Christian Schools conferences. For the past ten years Peter has presented a keynote each year at ACS School Counsellors Conference.

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Masters Thesis

Janetzki PE. (1998). The blurred picture: clarifying the roles of pastoral care & counselling within the church. Master thesis, Queensland University of Technology.

Other Publications

Why Not Just Wait – A relationship and sexuality education program for high school students. Peter Janetzki & Associates, Brisbane.

Janetzki PE. (2005). Balancing business and family: practical tips. Insight for Business, April/May, pp.50-51.

Janetzki PE. (2005). Balancing business and family. Insight for Business, February/March, pp.42-43.

Janetzki PE. (2003). God men and sexuality. Men Today, January/March, pp.17-18.

Janetzki PE. (1999). Clarifying the Roles of Pastoral Care & Counselling Within the Care Ministry of the Church.

Janetzki PE. (1997). Sexual abuse within the church: a look from a sociological perspective. Papers from the Christian and ministry network conference, (Ed) Dr William Wilkie, Brisbane, pp. 61-67.

Janetzki PE. (1994). Sexuality Seminar for Adults in Churches. Independent Study Project, Queensland University of Technology.

SAC, & the initial task group for developing the counselling program at CHC from July 1994

Registered Teacher with the Queensland College of Teachers

Clinical Member of the Christian Counsellors Association of Australia [CCAA (Clin)]

Certified Member of the International Association of Applied Neuroscience (IAAN)

Management Committee member of IAAN May 2018-May 2019

PACFA Registered #21092. The Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia

Australian Register of Counsellors & Psychotherapists (ARCAP)

Shed Happens in the Redlands – a monthly men’s gathering.

2000 July – 2016 December – Host of Talking Life (a weekly life issues, talk back radio program) – Brisbane’s 96.5 fm – Family Radio.

Pete has dedicated the past 20 years towards working with parents, young people, and families, helping them to improve their lives. He has supported clients locally and across Australia through his work with yourtown, working on the Parentline and Kids Helpline services; through The Benevolent Society working on the ReachOut Parents service, and through his work at YFS Ltd. counselling young parents. He now operates a private practice, offering both individual and couples counselling, and has a keen interest in supporting parents and families.

• Bachelor of Science majoring in Psychology
• Graduate Diploma in Counselling Studies
• Master of Counselling.

Robert Oliver has fifteen years’ experience in the mining industry, working for global industry leaders in roles ranging from Information Technology, Procurement and Contract Negotiation, and Engineering Project Controlling.

Robert has interests in the interplay between faith and philosophy, faith and science, church history, and Holy Spirit lead prayer. He is strongly committed to the local church and is currently assisting the leadership of the Prayer Community at Citipointe. He has previously been involved in church governance of a church plant, short term local and international prayer missions, providing prayer cover to Youth Camp, and Scripture Union events.

I am a Solicitor specialising in business, commercial, wills and estates law. I am the Director and Principal Lawyer of Fulljames Law.

I am a passionate lawyer and pride myself on breaking down the steps of stressful situations for clients in leasing, commercial, business acquisitions and all manner of other general commercial law transactions. I also aim to be empathetic and helpful: assisting clients to make their wills, and dealing with the inevitable legal work when clients’ loved ones pass away.

I previously taught Business Law at CHC for a number of years, as well as Corporations Law, and am thoroughly looking forward to meeting you all and exploring the exciting world of business law together.

I am a sessional lecturer working in the social science department.

My educational background consists of a being a Registered General Nurse and Midwife (retired). I have a Master of Counselling and Certificates in 3 Phased Approach to Trauma and Sandplay Therapies. I have completed courses in: ASIST – Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, Emotional Management for Children and Teens with ASD, Certificate in Christian Worldviews, Diploma in Biblical Studies – Vision College. Cert IV Occupational Health and Safety, and I have a Current Advanced First Aid Certificate.

I am also an avid lifelong learner constantly engaged in professional development, and privately in a diverse range of subjects including physical and mental health, natural therapies, through to economic issues.

Bio and Personal Info/Interest:

I began my career in the 1970’s as a nurse and midwife. Then in the early 1980’s I lived in India for a while and taught in a Bible College. I then resumed nursing when I returned home.

After the birth of my first child, I found myself working in the educational sector in a variety of roles including Science Laboratory Technician, WHS Officer, First Aid Officer, Workplace Rehabilitation Officer and since 2009 as a School Counsellor. For more than 10 years I coordinated volunteers (approx. 1100 – 1500 people) at Easterfest (Christian Gospel Music Festival). Then in 2010 and 2011 I was responsible for the resourcing, organisation and management of the entire First Aid Area and Team during Easterfest.

I was born in Toowoomba but have lived in several different cities and rural communities. I live in Toowoomba now, as I love the lifestyle offered by this beautiful city. I have four grown children, four grandchildren and a husband of 39years. I enjoy gardening, walking and reading. The values of walking with the Lord, of hope, safety, respect, social justice, and excellence are important to me.

Personal Testimony:

I grew up in the Lutheran church and had an amazing spiritual encounter with God at the age of fourteen. I was a founding member of Christian Outreach Centre in Toowoomba and I have continued to grow and understand his great love for myself and his entire creation. I enjoy time with some deeply spiritual people that God has placed in my life and, as I work in a Christian College which is rooted in the grace and wisdom of God, I enjoy daily brushes with Christianity across a broad range of theologies. Personally, I find that times of silence and retreat with God refresh me, encourage me, enlighten me and enable me to have a loving,  non-judgmental stance towards people.

I am a counsellor and psychotherapist and have been working with survivors of trauma for the past 14 years. I am also the Founder and Director of Bloom Asia - an anti-trafficking organisation that supports survivors of sex-trafficking with trauma therapy, vocational training and employment in SE Asia. I recently handed over the role of CEO to focus on building an integrated, evidence-based psychotherapy program based on 'memory reconsolidation' processes that are specifically nuanced for survivors of sex-trafficking. I have a BA in Psychology, an MA in Trauma Counselling, and see clients at my private psychotherapy practice in Brisbane, Australia and Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

I have been married for 35 years and have 2 gorgeous sons 28 and 25 years old, plus one a beautiful new daughter-in-law (I am still getting used to saying that!). Our family lived in Cambodia for ten years whilst establishing Bloom Asia which has given me a deep love for people (and food!) from other cultures. I love sunlight dappling through trees, the sound of babbling water, prayer every night as I drift off to sleep, dark chocolate truffles, snow balanced on pine needles, and picnics of cheese and red wine accompanied by views and a good book.

Many people ask me how can I focus on clients with such intense trauma all the time? I have found that nothing makes me feel more alive than journeying with others as they explore their inner world, and find freedom from their pain, and hope for the abundant life they were created for.

It will be my joy and privilege to walk with you all this semester.

Welcome to your counselling journey! I'm Sara Martin, and I’m excited to guide you as you embark on this transformative path.
Before stepping into the world of counselling, I spent two decades in business and marketing, working across various industries in both corporate and consulting roles. I found myself counselling people unofficially in whatever role I was in and drawn to a deeper calling. I also ran Christian connect groups and found I was able to facilitate in a way where members ‘unmasked’ and talked about deeper emotional concerns through a spiritual lens.
Based on these experiences I felt called to counselling and to CHC. I completed my Master of Counselling in 2016 and remain deeply connected to CHC both as a past graduate and now as your lecturer.
I run a private practice as an integrative counsellor, working from a bio-social-psycho-spiritual framework. I support individuals, couples, and families (18+) with self-esteem, identity, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and career concerns.
My approach is tailored to each client, drawing from person-centred therapy, CBT (with mindfulness), family systems, strengths-based techniques, and mentoring. I work in a trauma-informed way, prioritising pacing, grounding, and somatic awareness to avoid re-traumatisation. Additionally, I have specialised training in sex-informed therapy, particularly valuable for couples and clients with sexual trauma.
With a strong personal interest in psycho-nutrition, sleep, exercise, mindfulness, and rest, I take a holistic view of mental well-being.
I aim to create an engaging and reflective learning environment where you can explore and develop who you are as a counsellor. I am passionate about helping you discover your unique therapeutic style, develop confidence in your skills, and forge your own path in this incredibly rewarding field. I believe in fostering a space where we can learn from each other, challenge perspectives, and integrate both the art and science of counselling.
I look forward to walking alongside you in this journey of learning, self-discovery, and professional growth!
If you want to know more about me and also access articles and resources, go to my website at www.lifesensecounselling.com.au

Personal Interests
Entertaining, Connect Group Leadership, Cooking , Health & Wellbeing

Availability: Wednesday, Thursday and fortnightly Fridays

Master of Counselling CHC, 2018, Dean's Commendation
Graduate Diploma of Business (with Distinction) QUT, 2003
Associate Diploma of Business (Marketing), TAFE QLD, 1994

Psychonutrition and the role of epigenetics in mental health
Menopause and mental health
Integrating all aspects of health and personhood to provide a whole of person treatment approach

2018 - Present - Clinical Counsellor, Life Sense Counselling (Practice Owner)
1994-2016 - Marketing Manager/ Contractor/ Consultant - employed in various Queensland Government and SME private sector companies; consulting and contracting through my own consulting firm, Winning Partners. Sectors included Hospitality; Education; Building Construction and Maintenance; Asset Management; and Commercial Vehicle Fitout.

Articles and Blogs www.lifesensecounselling.com.auPsychotherapy & Counselling Association of Australia (PACFA) Reg. Clinical 25312 -July 2018-currentChristian Counsellors Association of Australia (CCAA) Clinical - Aug 2018-current

Dr Sara Shawky is a Senior Lecturer and MBA Coordinator at the School of Social Science and Business. Sara’s work has been widely disseminated through 20 peer-reviewed publications, acquiring almost 300 citations according to Google Scholar. Her research has been published in highly ranked journals, such as the Journal of Business Research, International Journal of Market Research, Australasian Journal of Environmental Management, Journal of Social Marketing and Health Marketing Quarterly. She has been engaged in a variety of externally funded projects and has extensive industry experience from well-renowned companies, such as Ogilvy, LJ Hooker and EFG Hermes.

• Doctor of Philosophy (Griffith University, 2020)
• Master of Mass Communication (The American University, 2016)
• Bachelor of Integrated Marketing Communication (The American University, 2008)

• Shawky, S., & Rundle-Thiele, S. (2023). Identifying enablers of and barriers to sugar cane growing practice change: An evidence review. Australasian Journal of Environmental Management. 1-21.
• Shawky, S.,Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2022). A multi-actor perspective on customer engagement on social media. International Journal of Market Research. 64(1), 19–37.
• Shawky, S., Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2020). A new framework for managing customer engagement on social media. Journal of Business Research, 121,567-577.
• Shawky, S.,Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2022). Is social media a panacea for health promotion? A scoping review. Health Marketing Quarterly, 39(3).
• Shawky, S.,Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2019). Using social media to create engagement: a social marketing review. Journal of Social Marketing, 9(2), 204-224.

• Shawky, S., & Nguyen, T. H. (2022). The use of digital media to change social norms. Fourali, C., & French, J. (Ed.),The Palgrave Encyclopedia of Social Marketing. Springer. 1-8
• Nguyen, M., Chen, Y., Nguyen, T. H., Shawky, S.,Quach, S., & Thaichon, P.  (2023). Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven services: communication support, assistance for decision making, and enhanced customer experience service. In Thaichon, P., & Quach, S. (Eds.), Artificial Intelligence for Marketing Management. Pp. 76-95.
• Casper Ferm, L.-E., Shawky, S., Quach, S., & Thaichon, P.  (2023). Ethical and sustainability issues of artificial intelligence (AI) in the luxury industry. In Thaichon, P., & Quach, S. (Eds.),Luxury Marketing, Sustainability, and Technology: The Future of Luxury Management. Routledge.
• Shawky, S.,Casper Ferm, L.-E., Quach, S., & Thaichon, P.  (Submitted in February 2023). Ethical issues of artificial intelligence (AI) and strategic solutions. In Luiz Moutinho, L., Cavique, L., & Bigné, E., (Eds.). Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence and its Place in Society. IGI Global

• Shawky, S.,Pang, B., & Rundle-Thiele, S. (2022). Effective evaluation for building sustainable programs, ANZMAC, Perth, Australia
• Shawky, S.,& Rundle-Thiele, S. (2022). Identifying factors facilitating or preventing sustainable practice change, ANZMAC, Perth, Australia
• Jiang, E., Parkinson, J., Thaichon, P., Shawky, S.(2022). Using Artificial Intelligence for Health Behaviour Change. ANZMAC, Perth, Australia.
• Shawky, S.(2020). The use of digital media for social change: A case study on Egypt.
• Shawky, S., Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2020). Towards a multi-actor engagement framework in social marketing.
• Shawky, S., Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2019). Assessing consumer engagement on social media. ANZMAC, Wellington, New Zealand.
• Shawky, S., Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., Weaven, S. (2019). How to engage customers on social media? ANZMAC, Wellington, New Zealand.
• Shawky, S., Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2019). Benefits and challenges of social media: a social marketing review. The World Social Marketing Conference.Edinburgh, Scotland
• Shawky, S., Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2018). The use of social media to create engagement in social marketing programs: A Systeamtic Literature ReviewThe Academy of Marketing Conference, Stirling, UK (Presented);
• Shawky, S.,Kubacki, K., Dietrich, T., & Weaven, S. (2017). Social marketing, social media, and customer engagement. ANZMAC, Doctoral Colloquium, Melbourne, Australia.

• Shawky, S.,& Rundle-Thiele, S. (2021). Evaluation of koala conservation campaigns using co-design. Report to the Redland City Council (23 pp.).
• David, P., Pang, B., Hurley, E., & Shawky, S. (2021). Coast Local Land Services Cat Management Guidelines. Report to State of New South Wales through Local Land Services (45 pp.).
• Rundle-Thiele, S., Smart, J., Roemer, C., David, P., Anibali, R., & Shawky, S. (2021). Measuring cost-effectiveness and identifying key barriers and enablers of lasting behavioural change in the cane industry.Report to the National Environmental Science Program. Reef and Rainforest Research Centre Limited, Cairns (47 pp.).
• D. thesis: Shawky, S.(2020). A dynamic framework into multi-actor engagement on social media for social marketing programs. Supervisors: Kubacki, K.; Dietrich, T. & Weaven, S. Griffith University.
• Master’s Degree Thesis: Shawky, S.(2016). A comparative analysis of Australian and Egyptian digital media coverage: A case study of Peter Greste’s Imprisonment in Egypt. Supervisor: Iskandar, A. The American University in Cairo.

Research Projects Reports

• Project Manager, Koala conservation program for Redland City Council.
• Research Fellow, Informing the development of policies and guidelines for cat management, The Department of Regional NSW
• Research Fellow, National Environmental Science Program (NESP): exploring enablers and barriers for farmers’ engagement in best practices management.
• Content development for a social marketing online subject (TRAFFIC- Social marketing to reduce demand for illegal wildlife products).
• Research Assistant, Data collection using eye tracking technology to evaluate the effectiveness of graphic warning labels on manufactured cigarette packaging.

Simon Marsden has been teaching Drama for over 23 years in Christian Education, teaching at Brisbane Christian College and has directed over 20 school productions. Simon has trained with Zen Zen Zo Theatre Company, being part of both of their intermediate and advanced classes. It is this training that has given him great insight into the teachings of Suzuki as well as the training technique of ‘The Viewpoints’ to enhance student performance.

First and foremost, Sri is a devout follower of Jesus and considers His Christian faith to be the foundation of all that he is and does. His prayer is that his love for Jesus will be evident in his everyday life and experienced by all those he interacts with.

Staff Credentials

Sri graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration, Management Information Systems, from the Bauer College of Business at the University of Houston, Texas, United States. Sri worked part-time at the IT department at the Bauer College while studying and since graduating in 2001, has successfully filled a variety of roles spanning many industries in the United States, Middle East, and Australia, totalling over 25 years of industry experience.

Sri started his consulting business Mustard Seed IT in 2015 and positions himself as a Christ-centered solopreneur and educator. Sri is a Volunteer Business Mentor in the Queensland Government Mentoring for Growth Program, a service provided at no cost to small businesses. As a volunteer business mentor, Sri is able to offer small business owners' insights, options and suggestions on their business challenges relating to growth and innovation.

Sri is a passionate educator, and he brings a lot of energy, whether he is creating modalised interactive lecture videos or running a synchronous tutorial. Sri considers it a privilege to teach and mentor students to prepare them for what God has planned for them.

Besides being a member of the CHC team, Sri has been involved at the School of Information Systems at the Queensland University of Technology since 2015. Sri is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). In 2021, Sri was awarded the QUT Vice Chancellor's Award for Excellence for his contributions to the Information Systems Learning and Teaching Team. Sri also holds the following certifications: CompTIA Security+, Amazon AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals and Microsoft Certified AI Fundamentals.

Personal Interests

Sri is a husband to Amanda and father to their three children, Judah, Abigail, and Noelle. After Jesus, Sri's family is most important to him. Sri enjoys working from home because he gets to help his wife around the house and his kids to see him more. Sri enjoys playing basketball (though it doesn't happen all that much these days) and does his best to stay fit and healthy.

Personal Testimony

Sri was born in a Hindu family and was a practicing Hindu, never having the inclination or desire to investigate any other religions because it was not something that Hindus did or were encouraged to do. This changed while Sri was attending the University of Houston. Through life circumstances, there came a point where Sri was searching for peace and despite prayers and poojas to his Hindu gods, it wasn't until he was introduced to Christ that he was able to have peace. This was in 2001 and 20+ years later, Sri continues to pray for his parents, siblings and other family members to turn to Christ and be saved. Sri will be the first to admit that he is far from perfect, but his earnest desire is to be a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ and reflect his love for the LORD in his words, thoughts, actions and attitude in all areas of life. Sri is always willing and eager to share more details about his faith journey to those who are curious.

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• Business Administration, Management Information Systems (Bauer College of Business at the University of Houston, 2001)

Stacey Trolove is a Sessional Lecturer for CHC's School of Ministry, and she is apart of The Gathering Church Pastoral Team. Stacey graduated from CHC in 2017 with her Bachelor of Ministry and she is now studying her Masters in Ministry Leadership at CHC.

Stacey has enjoyed lecturing and co-lecturing in many different units such as Leadership for Life and Ministry, Spiritual Transformation, Christian Apologetics, Effective Teams and Engaging in Pastoral Care.

• Bachelor of Ministry (BMin)

Dr Stephen Fyson is a Christian psychologist by trade and a Christian teacher at heart, which means that he has taken the opportunity to study psychology, education, and theology, culminating in a PhD where he had the freedom to explore all three.

Dr Fyson’s work has been as a youth pastor, addictions counsellor, community health manager and planner, and being a 'schoolie'. This last calling has been for over 35 years, in many diverse roles in Christian schools - counselling psychologist, teacher, developer, and principal. Dr Fyson continues to work as a Christian educational consultant in this field, while also teaching in the Christian tertiary ministry.

• Fyson, SJ: “To God through Pain and Music.” Caldron Pool, Jan. 15th, 2024.
• Fyson, S.J. (ed). Foundations of Christian Education: Some Collected Works of Dr E.J. Boyce. Sydney,
• Australia: The Excellence Centre.
• Fyson, S.J. (ed.) Developing Christian Community in a Christian School: Reflections from the Teaching of Dr. E.J. Boyce. Sydney, Australia: The Excellence Centre
• Fyson, SJ: "Sacred Classrooms”. Caldron Pool, Oct. 28th, 2023
• Fyson, SJ. Tommy from Treemoonia. Ambassador International Books. [a children's book]
• Fyson, SJ. Celebrating Teaching Over Instruction.” In Williams, P & Pearce, K. (2022) Revealing Jesus in the Learning Environment: In celebration of teaching. Avondale Academic Press
• Fyson, SJ: Conceptualising Thinking as a Spiritual Discipline” in the Journal of Christianity and Psychology, 2021, Vol. 40, No. 4, 357-364
• What Evidence for what impact?” in Revealing Jesus in the Learning Environment: Evidence and Impact. PW Kilgour & BJ Christian (eds) Avondale Academic Press
• Fyson, SJ: "Science and Scientism: Dangerous Ground”. Christian Education Matters. Winter 2021. pp. 15-18

• Fyson, SJ: "Why Good Thinking Starts with God" (book with Ambassador International)

Sue Waltisbuhl lecturers in the School of Education at Christian Heritage College (CHC), Brisbane. Her role also includes Course Coordinator for the Bachelor of Education.

Sue has served extensively as a teacher, middle and senior leader in Christian Schools, beginning her work in state schools (Primary and Special Education) in regional and remote Queensland. Throughout her professional career, Sue has enjoyed collaborating with colleagues as a teaching partner, coach, mentor and curriculum leader.

Believing that Christian Schooling provides a tremendous opportunity to witness the transforming work of the Holy Spirit, Sue has been involved in training programs for Christian Teachers across Queensland and the Solomon Islands.

Sue advocates strongly for life-long learning, encouraging teachers to model their own learning processes to students. She is passionate about coaching teachers to become reflective practitioners, guiding them to implement effective research-based pedagogies, and establish classrooms as positive learning communities. Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, Sue seeks to equip teachers with skills to inspire transformation in their students' lives, and enthusiasm to continue developing their own professional confidence and capacity.

Sue’s professional journey continues to be motivated by the belief that Christian schools can offer educational excellence and encourage positive change for students and the local community.

Her research interests lie in school improvement through teacher-led research and effective professional learning.

Sue and her husband thrive in shared experiences with their 4x adult children and extended hikes in God’s great creation. They worship in a local church, and love to relax on mountaintops and at beachside coffee houses.

• Diploma of Teaching (Special Education and Primary) 1989
• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) 1994
• Master of Educational Leadership 2021
• Growth Coaching International (Level 1) 2021
• QELI Leadership programs (Coaching, Middle Leader, Deputy Principal) 2012, 2013, 2023

• Australian Journal of Guidance and Counselling – Vol.3, No.1.
• Independence (AHISA) – Vol.47, No.1.

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Waltisbuhl, S. E. (2021). Using data effectively to guide collaborative improvements in classroom pedagogy. (Master Thesis, University of South Australia)

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Queensland College of Teachers – Teacher Registration

Teagen Southey is an online lecturer for Christian Heritage College, among other roles. She began her career in Education, went on to complete her Counselling Studies while having two children, and now works remotely from Christchurch, New Zealand, where her family has relocated to help plant a Church.

Teagen has a passion for helping others learn, whether in the educational context, the field of arts, one's personal life, or even in spiritual areas. With a broad range of interests and skills, she is happy to discuss any topic over a hot cup of tea and a piece of lolly cake.

Master of Education (Christian Heritage College, 2018)
Graduate Certificate in Counselling Studies (Christian Heritage College, 2023)
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Christian Heritage College, 2016)

Spiritual Formation through Education
Matrescence and the Journey to Motherhood
Home Education in a Post-COVID World

2016-2018 - Contract Teaching and Relief Teaching throughout the Darling Downs region
2019-2021 - Year 7 Core Teacher and Middle Years Art Teacher in Brisbane

Queensland College of Teachers
Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand

Tim Kelly is one of five children, born in Dalby back in the 1960s.   He survived primary school well enough, but his secondary school years were an academic disaster—having once been unsure on a science exam about the colour of blood. This failure was compounded over the years, though his success in English and Modern History provided a sliver of hope.  He believes that his academic difficulties provided him with compassion for students who struggle with motivation and find themselves a little lost.

After two years spent learning to play guitar, he embarked on a Bachelor of Arts at Griffith University, completing an honours thesis on Rolling Stone magazine. He then began a career as a music journalist while also studying teaching at the University of Queensland. His first teaching position was at Loganlea State High School, where he taught Civics and History.

Arriving at Brisbane State High School in 1995, Tim taught Senior English and Modern History. He later left Education Queensland to work at Redlands College, where he also taught Film and Television. In 2000, he was appointed Head of English at Redeemer Lutheran College, a position he held until 2020. In 2021, he took up a similar role at The Springfield Anglican College, where he is currently working. He teaches Literature, English Extension, and General English. Tim is about to complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology at Monash University—an achievement he is particularly delighted with, given his earlier history with science.

Tim is married to the Reverend Kate Littmann-Kelly and has two adult children. He is often accompanied by his English Pointers, Jarvis and Mosely, who work hard to keep him physically healthy. He also plays guitar in a Talking Heads cover band.

Toni began her working life as a secondary school music teacher. A change of direction led her to completing the Master of Counselling and Graduate Certificate in Marriage and Family Counselling. She has since worked for a number of non-government organisations in Brisbane as a counsellor and family therapist before focusing more intentionally on those who have experienced developmental and complex trauma.  

Building on her teaching background, Toni began sessional lecturing at CHC in 2010 before becoming the coordinator of the Master of Counselling program in 2014. She now coordinates both counselling courses and the Graduate Certificate in Applied Neuroscience. She is passionate about mentoring students and developing the person of the practitioner, which is the focus on her current research.

• Master of Counselling (Christian Heritage College, 2007)
• Graduate Certificate in Marriage and Family Counselling (Christian Heritage College, 2007)
• Bachelor of Music (University of Queensland, 1985)

• Counsellor education
• The personal development of counsellors
• Complex trauma

• Counsellor
• Educator
• Group Facilitator

• Learning and Teaching Committee

• Christian Counsellors Association (Clinical Member and Supervisor)
• Psychotherapy and Counsellors Federation of Australia (Clinical Member)
• PACFA Professional standards committee member
• National Heads of Counselling and Psychotherapy Education network
• National Heads of Counselling and Psychotherapy Education network working party

I recently concluded my role as a School Chaplain with Scripture Union QLD. In my role I supporting and empowered the next generation, this is something that has always been of importance to me. I loved my role as "Chappy" where I got not only support children in my school, but also their families, staff members at my school and the broader community of Bribie Island.

In 2022 year I begun the exciting and daunting PhD journey. I was lucky enough to receive a scholarship from the University of the Sunshine Coast. My PhD is in the field of Social Science and Social Geography and my topic is about intercultural competence development in young people. Feel free to ask me any questions - I am very passionate about this topic. I have a passion for writing and discovering truth. As Christian academics I believe we have a responsibility to understand and share God's truth with others.

Previously, I worked with Christian Mission Organisation Youth with a Mission (YWAM) where I have travelled the world working on both short and longer term development projects, training and teaching students, mission adventures with teens, and most recently worked with YWAM Medical ships in Papua New Guinea as the Community Engagement officer and Biblical Studies Leader. Throughout this course, my focus will be to use case examples from different areas in this field to help you identify what your work could look like in the future.

Personal Testimony:

I am passionate about people and my faith. For me, this has meant focusing on community engagement and social services in my professional and volunteering experience. As a Christian, my work has always meant more than just “work”. My beliefs inform my sense of justice, empathy and fairness. I'm passionate about teaching a range of topics in social sciences and my hope is to share my passion and enthusiasm with you.

It is hard to choose just one but this favourite Bible verse but this one in Micah inspires my personal and professional life.

Micah 6:8

He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

I also got married last year to an amazing man Michael. I have been study and working at CHC since 2012 and most of that time was know as Wendy Nelson! So if you here or see that name its me!

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• Bachelor of Social Science (Youth Work and Community Development)
• Master of Social Science Leadership
• PhD Candidate University of the Sunshine Coast

Ps Yvette Walters is a Jesus-lover, wife, and mum to four who often dreams of the next time she’ll read a book while eating gelato overseas somewhere. After over a decade of full-time youth and pastoral ministry, Yvette began working as a lecturer at a local church Bible College, stumbling into the niche of a season God had planned for her all along. She’s worked in academic leadership for seven years and is currently the Director of Quality Standards (Teaching and Learning) at CHC. Yvette has experience lecturing across a wide variety of topics in theological education, including theology, the Bible, practical ministry and leadership. One of her favourite things to do is to partner with people on the journey of discovering all that God has called and created them to be. She is passionate about developing Christian leaders who are empowered by the Spirit of God. Yvette is an authentic and engaging lecturer and itinerate preacher.

Master of Theology- 2024, Planetshakers College.

Master of Teaching (Secondary) – 2020, Alphacrucis College.

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment- 2020, Plenty Training.

Bachelor of Theology- 2018, Sydney College of Divinity.

Bachelor of Contemporary Ministry- 2010, Alphacrucis College.