Our story
About Elevate - Building confidence. Creating opportunity. Strengthening people and workplaces.
At Elevate Counselling & Consulting, we believe that when people have the confidence to understand themselves, the courage to embrace change, and the right support around them, they create opportunities that can transform every aspect of their lives.
That's why we work alongside individuals, teams and organisations—helping people navigate career decisions, strengthen workplace wellbeing, build resilience and create meaningful pathways for personal and professional growth.
Whether you're taking the first step into your career, leading a team through change, investing in your people, or looking for guidance during life's transitions, our approach is always practical, personalised and centred around the person.
Meet Juanita
For more than two decades, I've had the privilege of working alongside individuals, teams and organisations during some of life's biggest moments of change.
Whether it's helping a school leaver discover a career pathway, supporting someone through a career transition, partnering with a business to strengthen workplace wellbeing, or guiding an organisation through the development of its people, my passion has always remained the same - helping people find clarity, recognise opportunity and move forward with confidence.
Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to work across behavioural science, career development, recruitment, human resources, business consulting, finance, leadership development and workplace wellbeing. That breadth of experience has given me a unique understanding of both people and organisations, allowing me to appreciate not only the personal challenges individuals face, but also the realities of today's workplaces, leadership teams and businesses.
I believe meaningful growth begins with understanding. Taking the time to listen, ask thoughtful questions and uncover the strengths, values and experiences that make each person or organisation unique forms the foundation of every conversation I have.
At Elevate, there are no one-size-fits-all solutions. Every person, every team, and every organisation has different goals, challenges, and opportunities. My role is to work alongside you, providing practical guidance, evidence-based strategies and genuine partnership to help you move forward with confidence and purpose.
Whether you're navigating your next career move, investing in the development of your people, strengthening workplace wellbeing or seeking guidance through a period of change, my commitment is to provide a professional, personalised experience built on trust, practical advice and meaningful relationships.
Our Approach
No two people. No two workplaces. No two journeys.
Every individual and every organisation has a unique story, different aspirations and their own definition of success.
Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all solution, we take the time to understand where you are today, where you'd like to be tomorrow, and what success looks like for you.
By combining counselling, career development, coaching and evidence-based assessments, we provide practical strategies that build confidence, create clarity and support lasting, meaningful change.
Who We Work With
Elevate partners with a diverse range of clients proudly, recognising that every journey is different.
Individuals
Supporting people through career decisions, workplace challenges, life transitions, study pathways and personal growth.
Teams
Helping teams strengthen communication, wellbeing, resilience and professional capability through coaching, facilitation and professional development.
Organisations
Partnering with organisations to invest in their people through workplace wellbeing, leadership development, employee support, assessments and consulting services.
NDIS Participants
Providing person-centred counselling and capacity-building services that support confidence, independence and meaningful participation in work, community and everyday life.
Qualifications & Professional Credentials
- Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)
- Grief First Aid Instructor
- Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice
- Registered Career Development Practitioner
- Member – Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
- Diploma of Management
- Certificate IV in Accounting
- Certified Xero Consultant
- Registered BAS Agent (#24617619)
- Justice of the Peace (Qualified)
- Embodied Awareness (NREAP)
- Essential Recruitment Skills
- Queensland Leaders – Graduating Member
Our Values
Our Philosophy
We believe confidence grows through understanding.
We believe careers should align with values.
We believe workplaces succeed when their people do.
We believe meaningful change happens one practical step at a time.
We believe every person has strengths worth discovering and opportunities worth pursuing.
Why Clients Choose Elevate
At Elevate, counselling is only one part of the conversation.
With qualifications and experience spanning behavioural science, career development, recruitment, leadership, business consulting, finance and workplace wellbeing, we bring a practical understanding of both people and organisations. That means our clients receive more than guidance - they gain real-world insight, practical strategies and a trusted partner who understands the complexities of careers, workplaces and life.
Whether working with an individual exploring new opportunities, a team strengthening its capability or an organisation investing in its people, every engagement is built on trust, genuine connection and practical solutions that create meaningful, lasting outcomes.
