What others say ...

"The solution oriented approach to counselling provides a positive, respectful and effective way to seek out what is missing and to facilitate the client in discovering their own solutions."
Lyn Courtney, James Cook University Mentor Coordinator

"I was introduced to the process of mentoring through QWIP and by good fortune obtained Colleen Gray as a mentor I gained an amazing, dynamic, positive, engaging, mentor who has now cultivated within me a subtle change in approach to my professional and personal interactions. Colleen’s energetic and positive approach allows me to recognise skills that are enabling me to further develop my career with renewed self confidence. I am privileged to have been given the opportunity to be mentored by Colleen."
Leanne Foley Cairns

"I feel extremely fortunate to have Colleen Gray as a mentor. Colleen has steered me away from the ‘problem solving’ ‘problem oriented’ approach I’d taken so long in my work. She encourages me instead; to look for solutions to the issues we face on a daily basis, and to build solutions from our strengths. This keeps me focused on the outcomes I’m striving for, and how to use what I’m good at to achieve these outcomes. It sounds simple, but it’s literally ‘turned my working life around’. I even welcome ‘problems’ now because they provide me with the challenge of finding a new solution."
Sally Watson (Cairns)

"Colleen Gray is a skilled counsellor, coach and teacher across a wide range of concerns including individual, relationship, corporate and cross-cultural. Her approach is human, caring, and effective."
Rob McNeilly MBBS DObstRCOG

Departments of Education
"There has been lots of very positive feedback about your session yesterday. I just thought I would send you a quick e-mail to thank you for coming to our school yesterday. It was great to be exposed to new communication techniques."
School Teacher Whitfield School

Real Estate Office
"Thank you for the team workshop. The team gained a greater appreciation of the other member’s role in our organisation. Your easy approach worked well. It encouraged strong participation from all and it has increased the team's willingness to co-operate with one and other in completing tasks. Your session met all of my expectations."
Les Freeman Real Estate

Health Department
"Many thanks for the workshops and support when you were here. I will continue to work on my practice with the groups and staff I work with."
Child Health Nurse, Child Health Brisbane

"The solution oriented approach is extremely enlightening, creating positive pathways through the sometimes darkened areas of life itself. I would recommend this approach be incorporated into cross cultural learning activities."
Cynthia Payne (Researcher, Medical School, James Cook University)

"Colleen Gray brings a refreshing mix of gentle candour and dry wit to her working and teaching. I have learned with her and from her and admire and respect her professionalism and humanity."
Dr Gabrielle Peacock MBBS FRACGP

"Ways Forward Certificate in Solution Oriented Counselling has been a very rewarding experience for me. It has helped me professionally and personally. To me, having conversations that matters is important. Looking at the words and the different language and learning how to put these new skills to use, made me feel more confident about myself. I believe it is a very useful tool to have. I am now integrating these new skills into the Family Wellbeing Program that I run here in my community. This has helped me to find my own style of counselling."
Kaylene Jackson, Family Wellbeing Research Officer, Yarrabah.

"In April 2004 I was offered a place in a counselling course which incorporated Moving from the Past – Being in the Present – Looking to the Future. For a person of my age and background this was a real privilege. This opportunity was offered at a significant time in my work life and it enabled me to study with a group of indigenous and non-indigenous workers from diverse workplaces where they offer hope to those in great need."
Dulcie Watling. Student Support Officer, Cairns

"This model has challenged my thoughts and techniques so that I look more at solutions than problems. It has made me more aware of the way I think and counsel. It was great that it was very understanding of indigenous issues and ways of working. Great Program."
Adam Sharman Male Counsellor, Cairns.

"If you learned something new today that I did not know yesterday. Then it is not a day wasted. I have learned a lot about the counselling and supervision role, and what is to be expected, and gained more knowledge. Thank you."
Connie Pallaco.

"A very effective workshop of communication. Thank you all for your learnings and understanding."
James Fa’Aoso, Youth Program Coordinator, Department of Communities. Cairns

"Colleen Gray has provided engaging and insightful developmental programs for the staff of Whitfield State School. She has helped our staff members develop a deeper understanding of the “self talk” needed for them to develop a balance between their professional and personal responsibilities. She has also presented in depth specific workshops to our staff in developing trusting / trustful personal and professional relations. Her presentations and programs have contributed in a positive way to the ongoing holistic development of a positive culture within our school."
Tony Constance Principal Whitfield State School North Queensland

"This workshop has been enlightening, thoughtful and fun. Colleen has a unique way to make people feel at ease. It's good to see so many new faces who eagerly participated in the exercises. Thank you!"
Yvonne Druppers

"Colleen your methods are great. They are humanistic and making a connection and developing rapport are crucial to lasting relationships. Well done!
Kathy Martin

"Colleen Gray is a very skilled coach, compassionate about her work and students, and offers any amount of support throughout the course. The solution focused approach is a very effective way to connect with even the most difficult person. The 'practical hands on' training and free support and supervision for 12 months post graduate is a bonus, and I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to change their approach in their own personal life, as well as helping to make a difference to others."
Des Lackey

"Colleen’s passion and energy is infections. Thank you for sharing some of it with us." Lindy Spurr

"When we arrive at a turning point in life, we face a decision. Sometimes the decision is clear, other times it’s not. For these times, Colleen can help to find a solution and new approach to find the right direction. Great job." Katrin Costa

"The holistic and sensitive nature of this course is for me a warm and natural progression of my own style. Colleen’s delivery of material with simplicity common sense and humor is sure to get the message across. Worth giving up a day for." Paula Hillier

"Colleen thank you for your endless encouragement. You privilege your students; this enables comfort, trust within the class/group hence many conversations, much learning and personal growth. I would encourage one and all to attend your workshops/courses be it for personal and or professional development as there are endless possibilities." Fran Burke

"Incredibly straightforward and practical information. Clear and concise presentation with so much put into a short session. I found it inspirational and extremely valuable." Catherine Gunn

"The identification of how language is used is so important and our society needs this knowledge. It is so valuable for coming to terms with problems and finding solutions." Lanora Miller

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