Person-Centred Approach
Every session is tailored to you. I meet you where you are, honouring your unique story, values, and goals. You are the expert on your own life — my role is to walk alongside you with curiosity, warmth, and skill.
Gold Coast's Relationship & Well-being Expert
Where Compassion
Meets Conversation
Hi, I'm Shawn Matthews — a dedicated Relationship and Well-being Expert with a Bachelor of Applied Social Science and expertise as a Neuro Linguistic Programming Practitioner. Co-publisher of Open Heart magazine and a public speaker with over seven years of experience, I help individuals and couples unlock their potential for happiness, connection, and inner peace.
Bachelor of Applied Social Science
NLP Practitioner
7+ Years Experience
Open Heart Co-Publisher
"Where Compassion Meets Conversation,
meaningful change begins."
Growth
Clarity
Support
Compassion
About Shawn Matthews
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Dedicated to Relationship Building and Your Well-Being
I work closely with Women, Men, and Couples facing hurdles in their personal and relational lives, offering guidance through evidence-based, person-centred practices that honour the whole person — mind, body, and spirit.
Conflict Resolution
Transform disputes into opportunities for growth and stronger connection.
Grief and Loss
A structured, compassionate path through pain toward healing and reintegration.
Relationship Building
Effective tools to foster long-term, loving, and fulfilling partnerships.
Relationships are the Foundation of Wellbeing
At the heart of Open Arms Health is a deep belief that when people feel seen, heard, and valued within their relationships, they are more likely to thrive, navigate challenges with greater confidence, and experience meaning in their lives.
Holistic Healing
I believe in a whole-person approach to mental health, addressing both the mind and the body to create long-lasting well-being. Using a variety of evidence-based practices, we unlock your path to healing and self-discovery together.
Privacy & Confidentiality
Your privacy and trust are Open Arms Health's top priorities. I provide a secure, confidential space where you can speak openly and receive the support you deserve, completely free from judgement.
Supporting the Whole Person —
Mind, Body & Relationships
Each session is designed to meet you where you are, recognising that wellbeing is shaped by our emotional experiences, relationships, physical health, and life circumstances.
Individual Therapy
A supportive, one-on-one space designed to help you better understand yourself, your emotions, and the patterns that shape your relationships and wellbeing. Meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and empowered.
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Structured, compassionate support for partners experiencing high levels of conflict, emotional disconnection, or recurring cycles of misunderstanding. When conversations feel tense or unproductive, I help you find your way back to each other.
Learn MoreTimeLine / NLP Therapy
A powerful, goal-focused approach designed to help individuals release the emotional impact of past experiences. Unresolved emotions — fear, anger, sadness, guilt, or limiting beliefs — can become stuck patterns. TimeLine Therapy® helps you move forward with freedom.
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Real Stories
Real Stories,
Real Stories,
Real Transformations
"I've been seeing Shawn Matthews for a while now, and I truly appreciate her. She's always very comforting and really listens. Her insights have helped me understand myself better! I feel safe talking to her and never feel judged, no matter what I share. I'm really thankful for the support she gives!"