Practical Wellbeing Institute

Our Values

Evidence-based, trauma-informed programs and practices – to support individual and community wellbeing.

Advocacy – for community wellbeing and equitable access to our wellbeing programs and services, particularly underprivileged populations.

Care & Respect – for our clients’ and all stakeholders’ unique needs, challenges and resources.

Social Responsibility & Sustainability – regarding the social, environmental and economic aspects of our programs.

Excellence – in the quality of our products and services, and our client outcomes.

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Kim Vanderwiel ~ Founder

BA-BEHP(Psych), GDipCouns, AdvCert Guiding & Teaching Meditation & Mindfulness (In Progress)

Kim has occupied a variety of roles across research, health care, government and finance operations. Kim’s work with children, youth, adults and families extends to various health care and wellbeing programs and settings, including disability support, community, and educational organisations. Kim is particularly interested in the impact of trauma on development and wellbeing, and supporting post-traumatic growth. Kim’s extensive training in areas including trauma, wellbeing, learning, communication and relationships inform the development and delivery of wellbeing programs and services at Practical Wellbeing Institute.

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