LIFE CELEBRATIONS
NAME GIVING CEREMONIES are as old as time.
Although they are not a baptisms or christenings because they do not have a religious connection in this instance they are, nevertheless, meaningful experiences for all concerned.
They are often regarded as wonderful occasions for bringing a whole family together to celebrate the arrival of a new generation.
WEDDING ALTERNATIVES assist you to celebrate your commitment to each other in a non legal but still meaningful way. Perhaps may you may wish to renew your wedding vows after many years. Or perhaps you are a couple of the same sex who wish to make a public commitment to each other.
MILESTONE CELEBRATIONS may be something like an 80th birthday or other milestone occaision where the celebrant is the master of ceremonies. This option ensures that no-one in your family is offended by not being chosen for the role and all can sit back, relax and enjoy the occasion.
TRANSITION and LIFE STYLE CEREMONIES can be conducted to acknowledge other life events such as divorce, settlement of a house purchase, recommitment, step-children acceptance or name changing .
FUNERALS these too are a part of our lives and the Celebrations in which we all partake therefore I have trained in grief counselling as well as family counselling. This training assists me in being able to meet your needs at this very personal time.
It has been my privilege and honour to help many local families with the final arrangements for their loved ones.
Some have been of a serious and respectful nature, while others have been celebrations of a life well spent
I have several suggestions of the type of ceremony which may assist you in honouring your family member or loved one. As a professional funeral celebrant I am able to conduct a ceremony which will reflect your loved one.
What else does Janet do?
I have been a qualified therapist for many years and have worked with people from all walks of life. A primary motivating factor for me becoming a therapist and learning a range of different modalities was encountering many difficult life experiences and not being able to find the professional help for these “ordinary” life problems. I have lived through divorce, single parenting, step parenting, grand parenting and a life changing serious illness. I am professionally qualified, but have also learned through first hand experience. Although now semi-retired from this work I am able to assist you or refer you on to other therapists.
MEDITATION - is about switching off the mind and letting it relax. For some it's a great way to relax while for others it's a great way to recharge. What works for you is all that matters.
CRYSTAL SOUND THERAPY - The bowls vibrate at different frequencies and resonate with each chakra/energy centre. Tibetan bowls are forged with a prayer in every hammer blow infusing them with a million prayers of pure intention for the highest good. They are also formed with the intention of healing, so it is with the Crystal Bowls.
Janet holds regular Crystal Bowl Meditation evenings, for more information give her a call.
For more information on any or all of these services please call 02 6287 4000.