Co-Active Life Design® “Wellness Wings®” A Mental Fitness Workshop for Women in Business and Leadership by Marie Bernardo and accredited by the Royal Australasian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)

Marie is an ICF-accredited coach and certified trauma-informed meditation teacher, who guides high-achieving individuals build mental and emotional fitness, equipping them with a diverse variety of practical tools, to respond—not just react—to life’s challenges.

Her proven and tailored approach supports a deeper shift in how stress, overwhelm and anxiety is experienced from the inside out. Participants are provided with their own toolbox of effective management and coping strategies.

Why this matters:
Women remain disproportionately at risk of mental ill-health — at every stage of life, they are twice as likely as men to experience psychological distress. Many are carrying the emotional load of striving, leading, caring, and managing expectations — often in silence.

And while they continue to show up and push through, the cost is real.

Not just personally — but across families, workplaces, and entire communities.

The mental health challenges faced by women in leadership and business are costing Australian workplaces more than most realise. When we translate the statistics into dollars, the result is staggering:
Over $2.49 million AUD per 100 employees each year — lost to burnout, absenteeism, presenteeism, turnover, and underperformance.
That’s around $24,900 per woman, per year.

That’s the cost of doing nothing.
Of pushing through.
Of waiting for the “right time.”

Wellness Wings® isn’t just a workshop. It’s an investment in:

✅ Sustainable performance
✅ Emotional clarity and decision-making
✅ Resilience and psychological flexibility
✅ Shifting the silent load women carry every day

Whether leading teams, running businesses, or navigating high-responsibility roles — this day is designed to give back far more than it takes.

Wellness Wings® is about changing the narrative —
So that well-being is no longer a luxury or an afterthought, but the foundation for how we live, lead, and thrive.

What is it?

A full-day, trauma-informed mental fitness workshop
A Royal Australasian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)-accredited program originally created for healthcare professionals
Facilitators are present to support and accompany participants
Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea provided
Tailored specifically for women in business and leadership

What makes Wellness Wings® different?

We recognise that the ‘one-size-fits-all’ models do not work, as we each carry different blocks, trauma and prohibitive factors to inner peace and success.
Helps identify and shift what is truly holding women back (e.g. imposter syndrome, emotional fatigue, transgenerational trauma etc)
Uses a unique blend of:
- Evidence-based strategies
- Somatic practices
- Mindset and self-awareness tools

What’s the experience like?

Deeply reflective, practical, empowering and positive.
Delivered in a safe, comfortable, trauma-sensitive environment
Designed to meet women exactly where they are — no pressure to perform, no fixing — just guided discovery, support and strategies for ongoing evolution.

What do participants leave with?

Clarity on their triggers, activations, and deeper patterns influencing their wellbeing
Practical tools to regulate emotions, strengthen resilience, and stay grounded
A sense of emotional release, renewed confidence, and ownership of their personal and professional growth
A desire to continue their positive personal empowerment and evolution,
The ability to inspire others through their newfound calm and non-reactivity

What people are saying about the workshop:

"Marie’s Wellness Wings workshop was both informative and invaluable. Her extensive knowledge, generously shared throughout the session, created a welcoming and supportive environment for participants to openly discuss their experiences. Having faced burnout in the past, I found this workshop to be a powerful reminder of the importance of self-care."
— Dallas, Google Review

"This was one of the most eye-opening and empowering experiences I’ve had on my mental health journey.
Marie’s grounded, science-based approach helped me understand how the brain works — and how to work with it. The framework she shared supported me to regulate my nervous system, build emotional intelligence, and relate to myself in more compassionate ways.
What made the experience so impactful was Marie herself — her deep knowledge, unwavering dedication, and genuine care for others is rare. A powerful, transformative workshop that blends intellect, intuition, and integrity."
— Jeanette, Google Review

"The Wellness Wings Workshop equipped me with real, practical strategies to navigate both business and life challenges. Marie’s presentation was informative, relatable, and the space felt safe and supportive. These life skills are valuable at any age. Highly recommend for anyone looking to live a calmer, more grounded life."
— Caroline, Google Review

"An excellent and inspiring experience. Marie’s relaxed, professional manner made the day feel special, and there were so many helpful takeaways I’ll be implementing into my business. Highly recommend this workshop to women in business."
— Nicole, Google Review

"As a business owner, I found the Wellness Wings workshop incredibly valuable. Marie created a safe space for deep reflection and shared powerful tools for resilience, compassion, and mindfulness. A thoughtful, well-structured experience — highly recommend."
— Trish, Google Review

"Wellness Wings for Women was an excellent workshop on psychological flexibility and wellbeing. It helped take my Mental Health First Aid knowledge to the next level. The content, workbook, and Marie’s delivery were brilliant. I gained so many insights I can now apply in both my personal and professional life."
— Jennifer, Google Review

This workshop is your opportunity to invest in yourself and lead with purpose, resilience, and well-being AND connect with other like minded women in a safe space.

Take advantage of EARLY BIRD OFFER (Save $100) valid until Sunday 8 June 2025

You're in very experienced and safe hands!

💜 Giving back: 10% of ticket sales will be donated to the Basstris Charitable Fund, supporting education for disadvantaged girls and women affected by domestic violence.

About Your Facilitators

Head Facilitator - Marie Bernardo

Marie Bernardo, founder of Co-Active Life Design, is an accredited ICF coach and certified trauma-informed meditation teacher, committed to helping individuals navigate life’s complexities with resilience and clarity. She focuses on equipping her clients with practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelming emotions, while offering compassionate support to help them uncover their inner strengths and access valuable resources they may not yet realise they have.

Drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Somatic and Schema Therapy, and Strength/Neuro Coaching, Marie tailors her approach to each individual’s needs, rejecting the one-size-fits-all model and recognising that everyone’s journey is unique. This personalised strategy fosters emotional resilience, self-awareness, and psychological flexibility, creating an approach that is both grounding and empowering.

With a background in Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness and training in Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma Disorders, Marie offers a comprehensive toolkit designed to support lasting personal growth and emotional well-being. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can process their experiences, identify unhelpful patterns, and develop the skills to manage life’s complexities.

Having personally navigated and continues to navigate a chronic health condition, Marie understands the transformative power of these tools and practices. Her experiences fuel her commitment to helping others overcome stress, anxiety, and overwhelm, and build a balanced, fulfilling life.

Whether through one-on-one sessions, group programs, or workshops, Marie is dedicated to walking alongside her clients, empowering them to thrive and move forward with confidence and clarity.

Participant and Facilitator Support Lead - Jennifer Cook

With over a decade of experience in the healthcare industry, Jennifer is driven by a passion for improving healthcare, demonstrated through various key roles. As Director of a medical clinic for six years and an allied health practitioner for another six, she has developed and implemented effective strategies to tackle complex community health challenges. Her roles as senior policy advisor to the DOH Vic, strategic consultant to private medical businesses and innovative technologies further highlight her comprehensive expertise in healthcare. She excels in identifying opportunities for enhancing healthcare delivery systems, implementing best practices to improve patient outcomes. Jennifer's ability to conduct in-depth analyses of healthcare policies and regulations has allowed her to assess their implications accurately and recommend effective policy solutions. I am skilled in creating solutions for large-scale issues using smaller, key strategies.

As the Managing Director and Creator of the Western Health Collective,she established a unique multi-modality health clinic aimed at helping individuals with chronic mental and physical health conditions. her inclusive and collaborative approach, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities enable her to convey complex health concepts to diverse audiences, driving meaningful change through evidence-based interventions. Her commitment lies in making a positive impact on population health by improving patient awareness and empowerment, leading to long-term life changes rather than short-term symptom management. With decades of stakeholder engagement and relationship management experience and skills plus strong communication expertise and team management and a clear understanding of the GP experience and patient, the partnership with Co-Active Life Design is a welcome opportunity to work further on the health and wellbeing, of our medical workforce.

Wellness Wings for Women In Business

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Basstris Charitable Fund - supporting disadvantaged girls get an education and women experiencing domestic violence.