The Founders
Josie cowley
andrea crabtree
andrea crabtree
As a passionate counsellor, I am dedicated to a holistic approach to therapy and healing, designed to address the full spectrum of emotional distress. My experience spans a variety of mental and emotional health issues, and I believe in offering diverse therapeutic modalities to support your unique needs.
I hold a counselling diploma from
As a passionate counsellor, I am dedicated to a holistic approach to therapy and healing, designed to address the full spectrum of emotional distress. My experience spans a variety of mental and emotional health issues, and I believe in offering diverse therapeutic modalities to support your unique needs.
I hold a counselling diploma from AIPC, accredited with the Australian Counselling Association and have trained extensively at the Equine Institute of Psychotherapy. I am also a certified crisis supporter with Lifeline. My background as a mental health support worker provided invaluable insights into the range of support people require and the various modalities that can effectively meet these needs.
My journey into holistic healing led me to study ‘Root Cause Therapy’ at The Centre for Healing and ‘Emotion Code’ energy healing with Dr. Bradley Nelson. I have also trained in the ‘Inherited Release Method’ with Elizabeth Brown. These experiences, coupled with my own personal healing journey, have reinforced my commitment to offering a blend of therapies that can be tailored to what you need at any given time.
I am passionate about providing therapies that resonate with your individual experiences and helping you find the most effective path to healing. I look forward to supporting you on your journey to emotional and personal well-being.
andrea crabtree
andrea crabtree
andrea crabtree
I’m a registered social worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers and a professional education trainer. I’ve spent many years supporting individuals and groups to build healthier relationships, navigate life’s challenges, and live in a way that feels meaningful to them.
My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and traum
I’m a registered social worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers and a professional education trainer. I’ve spent many years supporting individuals and groups to build healthier relationships, navigate life’s challenges, and live in a way that feels meaningful to them.
My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and trauma-informed. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional overwhelm, and those who feel stuck or disconnected. I don’t offer quick fixes—I walk alongside you to explore what’s going on underneath the surface, reconnect with your strengths, and move forward at your pace.
I’m certified in 'Embodied Processing', a body-based trauma therapy that helps gently release stored stress in the nervous system. I’m also fully trained in psychotherapy and equine assisted psychotherapy through the Equine Psychotherapy Institute, and hold certification in equine assisted learning through Equine Connection. I’ve also completed advanced training in anxiety, depression, and working with children.
Above all, I’m passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel seen, supported, and understood. Whether we work together in a room, outdoors, or with horses, I’m here to offer a calm, supportive presence as you find your way forward.
The Live Life Empowered Story
Our Inspiration
Live Life Empowered was created from years of working alongside people who were doing the best they could, yet still asking a quiet and familiar question:
‘Why do I feel this way?’
We noticed a gap.
Many people wanted to better understand their emotions and nervous system, but found most information overwhelming, clinical, or hard to relate to.
At the same time, therapists and workplaces were looking for clear, supportive education that could sit alongside therapy or professional development, and be used between sessions.
Live Life Empowered was created to meet this need.
Our work is grounded in trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware principles. The content is designed to support insight, reflection, and understanding. It does not replace therapy. Instead, it offers a shared language that supports individuals, therapists, and teams.
Today, Live Life Empowered offers structured learning that can be accessed by individuals, shared by therapists with their clients (through a simple to use licensing model), or offered by businesses as professional development for their employees.
Our Approach
At Live Life Empowered, we take a whole-person approach to learning and wellbeing.
We understand that how we think, feel, and respond is shaped by our nervous system, our experiences, and what is happening in our lives. When people understand this, things often start to make more sense.
Our content is grounded in trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware principles. It is designed to be gentle, practical, and easy to understand. We focus on building awareness, language, and insight that people can carry into everyday life.
The education we offer is not therapy and does not replace professional support. Instead, it is designed to sit alongside therapy, personal growth, or workplace wellbeing initiatives, helping people feel more informed, supported, and resourced.
Our Impact
We care deeply about helping people make sense of their inner world.
Over time, we saw that clear, compassionate education can make a real difference. When people understand what is happening in their body and emotions, they often feel less alone and more capable of responding to life with awareness and choice.
Our work was created to reach more people than one-to-one support ever could. By offering accessible, trauma-informed learning, we can support individuals, therapists, and organisations in meaningful and practical ways.
We are proud to contribute to wellbeing through high-quality psycho-educational resources that support personal insight, professional practice, and workplace wellbeing.