Testimonials
Welcome to The Soul-Full Mind College & Wellness Hub
A Sanctuary for your nervous system
We offer holistic support through yoga, meditation, creativity, counselling, and the healing arts alongside women’s retreats and heart-led workshops all designed to gently guide you back home to your authentic self.
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Jean Christian-O'Rourke
The most beautiful welcoming & healing space with such a variety of classes & workshops..has inspired me to try different types of gentle yoga which I haven't done before & also try some creative workshops..so blessed to have this oasis locally..... thank you
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Jan Aukett
"I'm loving The Soul-Full Mind Wellness Hub! The energy is uplifting, and the community is warm and welcoming. From yoga classes to workshops and retreats, there's something for everyone. Julie-Anne and her team are passionate and knowledgeable, and the space feels sacred. Highly recommend checking it out!"
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ALANA smith
Highly recommend the retreats and events offered by Soul-Full Mind Wellness Hub.
The retreat I attended far exceeded my expectations! The activities facilitated were very engaging and meaningful, and really assisted me to identify a range of opportunities to create a thriving life. I’m so grateful to Julie-Anne for offering so much of her energy, wisdom and love. What a beautiful listener she is.
Space is inviting and inspiring, food delicious and healthy.
A nourishing and inspiring experience.
Thank you
The retreat I attended far exceeded my expectations! The activities facilitated were very engaging and meaningful, and really assisted me to identify a range of opportunities to create a thriving life. I’m so grateful to Julie-Anne for offering so much of her energy, wisdom and love. What a beautiful listener she is.
Space is inviting and inspiring, food delicious and healthy.
A nourishing and inspiring experience.
Thank you
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leanne bippus
We are so fortunate to have such a beautiful space in Portarlington, where you can learn + relax + rejuvenate & feel nurtured. You can feel the love that Julie-Ann has put into her space & her genuine commitment to helping others.
I attended the Closing 2025 Circle, it was my first time in the space, and I have already signed up for one of the many courses on offer.
If you are just beginning your wellness journey, or you have been on it for many years, I highly recommend connecting with The Soul-Full Mind College & Wellness Hub.
I attended the Closing 2025 Circle, it was my first time in the space, and I have already signed up for one of the many courses on offer.
If you are just beginning your wellness journey, or you have been on it for many years, I highly recommend connecting with The Soul-Full Mind College & Wellness Hub.
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KM
Beautiful space. As someone who has previously struggled with yoga due to sore knees and general stiffness, I have found Julie-Anne 's Yin yoga class a perfect fit for me. Julie-Anne makes sure I have plenty of bolsters and props to support each position, and I have thoroughly enjoyed the sessions. The meditation at the end is a perfect way to reset and destress. Can't recommend it enough.
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renee wilson
I just had the most beautiful Yin Yoga class at the hub. The space is so inviting. From the birds outside to the calm inside, it was the best class I’ve been to xx 🩷❤️🩷
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teresa xuereb
I love the space that has been created here. It feels calm and grounding. It’s a sense of peace that stays with me, setting the tone for the rest of my week. Thank you Julie-Anne.
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rachel antonik
Beautiful space, wonderful founder and teacher, so blessed to have this haven on the Bellarine Peninsula. I LOVE THURSDAY YIN - thank you! It's worth the trip to Portarlington to experience the nurturing compassion and wisdom from the Soul-Full Mind College and Wellness Hub! As Molly would say 'do ya self a favor - and go!'
Testimonials
Student Graduate wrote
Julie Anne was an incredible teacher—patiently breaking everything down, guiding us step by step, and always available to answer any questions or concerns. I genuinely believe she is an earth angel, changing lives through her work. Graduate Student - Toni
Student Graduate wrote
This course has taught me that growth is not always linear and that the process is just as valuable as the outcome. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to experience this journey, and my gratitude goes especially to Julie-Anne for her guidance and support. Her wisdom, patience, and encouragement have made this experience so much more meaningful. Julie-Anne has shown me the impact a compassionate and insightful teacher can have, not just in the learning process but in shaping one’s path forward. As I move forward, I carry with me a deep commitment to pay this journey forward. I am excited to share what I’ve learned with others, particularly women and children who may benefit from a similar exploration of creativity, intuition, and self-acceptance. I hope to provide them with a safe, supportive space to discover and embrace their own potential, just as I have been able to in this course. Thank you, Julie-Anne, for your inspiration, your guidance, and for making this time so impactful. This journey will stay with me always as both a cherished memory and a foundation for what lies ahead. - Graduate Student- Online
Student Graduate wrote
The course structure was great, and the amount of theory to practical was perfect. As a visual and tactile learner, it was really important to have those practical activities for me to truly learn and understand each concept. I can’t wait to use all the skills I’ve learnt to help my community thrive! This course equips you with everything you need to be able to start practising as a practitioner! Thank you, Julie-Anne, you have an amazing teaching style; you are so warm, welcoming and understanding. I didn’t want the course to end! - Graduate Student
Student Graduate wrote
Hi Julie- Anne, You're such a kind and beautiful human being and the way you give back to communities here and across the world is ever so inspiring. Thank you for everything that you do!!! I'm so thankful for this journey and your guidance has been pivotal towards my growth. Thank you again and I'm extremely blessed to of been a part of this and to of been able to learn from one of the best in this industry.
Student Graduate wrote
I am grateful that the class sizes were kept small as this allowed our members to really create a safe space to share and learn which in turn has built some beautiful connections and friendships. I found I was supported all the way through by my teacher Julie-Anne, as she helped me navigate my own self-awareness to my own abilities.
I would recommend this to anyone who is thinking of taking on a Practitioner study path. All education and resources are quality and professional and they support you all the way and beyond.
Student Graduate wrote
Julie-Anne you are a truly extraordinary human, and your genuine compassion, love and integrity are unsurpassed. I can honestly say I have never met anyone who is more authentic. Thank you for all you have done and been taught and held space for, encouraged and most of all loved. My gratitude is overflowing.
Student Graduate wrote
I just wanted to say thank you to The Soul-Full Mind College for an amazing journey full of laughter, friendship and grace.
I learned so much throughout the course and now am excited to start a new chapter in my life.
I have learnt to bring inner peace and creativity to those whom I will touch along the way.
Student Graduate wrote
Julie-Anne is such a beautiful heart-centred teacher, she is so passionate about what she teaches and it’s truly so inspiring. She holds such a safe, gentle, welcoming space for all to learn and grow.
Julie-Anne I cannot thank you enough, Your course has completely changed my life in the most amazing way possible and all it takes is trust within.
I would definitely recommend this course to anyone. It’s such a beautiful self-development healing course. It was also so lovely to connect with like-minded people no matter the age difference.
Jan - Student Graduate wrote
With no real expectations, I have been constantly amazed, engaged, and have learnt so much in an incredibly nurturing, caring environment. Julie Anne is an engaging, knowledgeable inspiring teacher who knows how to get the best out of each of those in the class going on their own journey.
I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to delve into personal development as a career. You will both delight and surprise yourself at what you can achieve.
Graduate Student Wrote
Having a solid structure to operate from ensures I am providing a respectful, safe and vital service to those who need it, whilst fulfilling my personal desire to create a heart-based career path filled with passion, joy and happiness. This course was everything I was looking for but didn’t know it. I am deeply grateful to my classmates for our shared journey and connection, and to Julie-Anne - words will never be enough. The way each class was facilitated, with support given above and beyond expectations, making sure each one of us shone our light and truly connected to the knowledge… this whole experience has created a strong, empowered and dedicated group of practitioners ready to get out there and share our light with the world!" THANK YOU.
Graduate Student Wrote
Life wasn’t always easy, and I was even ready to give it up at one point but living up to her amazing reputation Julie-Anne encouraged me to keep going, she said to me “You’ve got this”, words I will never forget. So thank you Julie-Anne for your guidance and support, to help me find my passion and purpose, I will be forever grateful and may my light keep shining on!" THANK YOU.
Graduate Student Wrote
At a professional level, everything we learned has given me the knowledge and tools to feel confident in offering my services to support my community. Having a solid structure to operate from ensures I am providing a respectful, safe and vital service to those who need it, whilst fulfilling my personal desire to create a heart-based career path filled with passion, joy and happiness. This course was everything I was looking for but didn’t know it. I am deeply grateful to my classmates for our shared journey and connection, and to Julie-Anne - words will never be enough. The way each class was facilitated, with support given above and beyond expectations, making sure each one of us shone our light and truly connected to the knowledge… this whole experience has created a strong, empowered and dedicated group of practitioners ready to get out there and share our light with the world!"THANK YOU.
Graduate Student Wrote
The course has really opened my eyes to meditation practice especially the importance of making it part of my daily health and well-being routine. I am more convinced of the power of meditation as a tool that I would like to share through my experiences and practice. Learning the different meditation styles, history and benefits have convinced me that I am on the right track to benefit not only myself but others.
Graduate Student Wrote
What a glorious experience to be a part of I have grown expeditiously all thanks to the love and guidance from Julie-Anne. I’m eternally blessed to know you !!!!!!
Graduate Student Wrote
I feel immensely grateful to have had the opportunity to partake in the program, which has been a truly transformative experience for me. Throughout this journey, I have been fortunate enough to receive unwavering support from a truly exceptional group of individuals, the foremost of whom is Julie-Anne. Her unwavering compassion and unflagging motivation have been the rock upon which I have built my newfound confidence and belief in myself. I cannot express enough how much I appreciate her and the others who have been instrumental in my growth and development. I look forward to exploring the many exciting possibilities that this newfound confidence will open up for me.
My sincerest thanks go out to you, Julie-Anne.
Diane - Graduate Student Wrote
"Whether you want to pursue a career as a Meditation Teacher/Holistic Counsellor, I highly recommend this course as I knew very little about how/what to expect. I must say I have learnt so much in such a short period of time. Julie-Anne made the learning easy to understand and was on call for any support you required. Also, the material that was provided was easy to follow and understand. I went in thinking I would mainly focus on the meditation side of the learning to implement into my current work position in Aged Care but have now decided in starting my own career and business as a Holistic Counsellor as well as dabbling in Meditation as well as Chair Yoga. I want to explore as much as I can so I can find my own niche within this growing industry."
Karen - Graduate Student Wrote
"Thank you for the perfect gift that is the integrity and vast learning of your life, straight from your heart, rolled into your wildly successful Meditation Teaching. All the tools I need to understand my life and direct my future healing, I now have (and know how to recognise if I ever need more). Not only have you shared with us the essential tools for successfully teaching Meditation, and given us the knowledge and tools to be relevant and present with fellow humans going on a development voyage ‘within’ of their own, but you have also given us all confidence to pursue the real parts of who we are in our unique ways. I am forever humbled and grateful to you for being who you are and sharing it so meaningfully, yet professionally, with us."
Tash - Graduate Student Wrote
"I would like to say that if you have any interest in this course and you are trying to make a decision to do it, DO IT! I came across it a few months ago and made the decision to do it and it was one of the best decisions of my life. Julie Anne is a wonderful human, an extraordinary teacher and incredibly supportive.I have grown both personally and professionally in ways that I never even dreamed of. The content is relevant and interesting and has ignited a fire in me to continue on and learn more."
Menaka - Graduate Student Wrote
"The course has changed my life, I feel like I can deal with stress and stressful situations in a calm and rational way. I have cemented my meditation practice into my daily routines and was supported by Julie Anne the whole way. Julie Anne provided a safe space to learn and grow and the course was completed online which meant our course continued through multiple lockdowns. Thank you so much for such an amazing experience, I truly feel like I have grown and developed so much by doing this class and that's all because of you and your support. You are a wonderful teacher who created an intimate and safe space the whole way through."
Fiona - Graduate Student Wrote
"This course has given me back my confidence to live a better life. It has given me tools to empower me to take back my life. The growth I made in the 12 weeks was aided by the great Julie-Anne who is a magical teacher, who lets you be your own authentic self and believes in you when you have forgotten how to. I know it was the knowledge and skills I gained through this course that has made me look forward to moving through the next journey of my life both in my work and home life. I now have the courage and skills to make a difference in other people's lives. If only more people knew the secrets that we can learn to empower and make for a healthy life. How important is it to make meditation part of daily living."
Thank you The Soul-Full Mind College
Gabi - Graduate Student Wrote
"Julie-Anne is a gifted meditation teacher, motivating, bubbly and positive! My young son has attended her meditation for children workshops and loved it (as did I!) keep up the good work Julie-Anne."
Georgina - Graduate Student Wrote
"This course has been a complete game changer for me, and I feel I have gained invaluable life tools and knowledge. The knowledge I have gained has prepared me for my career in meditation teaching, as well as being instrumental in my own healing journey. I can honestly say that I feel I have all the puzzle pieces needed to live my best life. I am incredibly thankful to Julie-Anne for sharing all of her insight and knowledge."
Dianne - Graduate Student Wrote
"After 2019 was the year of a roller coaster ride for me and ended in a lack of self-confidence and anxiety I stumbled across The Soulful Mind Facebook post starting up meditation classes in January 2020. I had decided this is my year to look after myself and my own health and well-being. I went to the first couple of classes and found Julie -Anne’s classes were beginning to help me feel more relaxed. When she advertised the six-week basic meditation course I jumped at the opportunity. There were eight people in the class and I looked forward to each week and sharing our own experiences and soaking in like a sponge in Julie-Anne’s words of wisdom. With the ambience and true dedication and the wanting to help people, I could not recommend this amazing woman’s talents enough in reaching people, just being in her presence brings a sense of calmness. May the covid 19 situation be over sooner rather than later so Julie-Anne can reach her talent to the people wanting to enhance their lives through meditation."
Brenda - Graduate Student Wrote
"Julie-Anne I can not thank you enough for being such a caring human and not just a Counsellor. Like many people, we experience issues that linger in the background and every now and then rear their ugly heads and get in the way of true happiness......not knowing how to deal with emotions and anxiety we tend to hide or suppress the true cause. It was not until I found Julie-Anne on our community page that I instantly knew she was the one to help. Julie-Anne dug deep and asked the hard questions but because of her safe environment, the ugliness just poured out until all that is left is peace. I have now attended workshops and learnt so much about the human spirit and met amazing beautiful people.
Thank You Julie-Anne from the bottom of my loving heart...still cannot wait for your cooking workshop."
Graduate Student Wrote
"The course structure is brilliant and covers such a wide breadth of areas and situations that would benefit many members OF our community, making it so inclusive.The resources throughout the lessons were on point, providing theoretical knowledge as well as the practical application of that knowledge."
Graduate Student Wrote
"This course has provided me with the confidence, skills and training to incorporate POSITIVE changes in my personal and PROFESSIONAL life. I am so grateful for all this course provided me with."
Graduate Student Wrote
"Thank you for the perfect gift that is the integrity and vast learning of your life, straight from your heart, rolled into your wildly successful Meditation Teaching.
Graduate Student Wrote
"This course has been life-changing for me on both a professional and personal level. When I enrolled I was a little unsure what I would learn/gain from the course but there was something that kept drawing me back to it. I have loved how the course is presented and how you can do extra study and research with the material that is included with each module and handbook. I have loved the feedback each week and would so highly recommend anyone who is considering this course to go for it!"
Graduate Student Wrote
"I have absolutely loved the entire journey of reaching in and finding myself. Julie-Anne’s warmth of character and her deep knowledge of the subject contributed to feeling so blessed to have taken the course. I would highly recommend it to anyone thinking of taking this course to do so. Self-learning is enormous. Allow yourself the pleasure of finding your authentic self through this journey into meditation teaching. Thank you for the opportunity."
Graduate Student Wrote
"By Studying and completing the many practices, tools and meditations myself, I gained a greater deal of knowledge and self-awareness which has prepared me to be an effective teacher and therapist. The course has given me back my confidence to live a better life."
Graduate Student Wrote
"This course has given me back my confidence to live a better life. It has given me tools to empower me to take back my life."
Graduate Student Wrote
"I enrolled in the course with an open mind and with the hope that I may gain skills that would work hand in hand with my life coaching business that I started earlier this year. I never could have imagined that I would get so much out of the course and make so many changes to my life and well-being by completing this course. I have learned so much and developed in so many ways. I have always been open-minded and loved to learn but I have never learned so much in such a short time span that has had such a positive impact on me. As a beginner in meditation, I am shocked at how many different types there are and the benefits it has to offer. I am so excited about what my new skills are going to add to my future both on a personal and professional level."