Meet Your Mentor:
Jasmina
A Grounded Approach to Complex Support
With over 20 years of experience as a small business owner and a background in professional touch therapy, I bring a unique blend of practical problem-solving and empathetic regulation to my work as an NDIS mentor. I don't just "provide support", I partner with you to build a life that feels authentic, manageable, and safe.
I provide neuro-affirming mentorship that respects individual processing styles. Whether we are working on executive functioning through a DIY project or finding neurological regulation through cuddle therapy, my focus is on celebrating how your brain works, not 'fixing' it.
With a deep respect for the wisdom of the oldest living culture on earth, I am committed to providing culturally safe support for First Nations participants and their families.
Why My Approach is Different
My background isn't in a clinical office; it’s in the real world.
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Project-Led Capacity Building: I believe the best way to develop executive functioning (ADHD/Autism) is through tangible projects.
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The "Van Life" Specialist: As an experienced outback traveler living a mobile lifestyle, I have a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by those living in vans, buses, or caravan parks. I specialize in helping nomads maintain their independence through resource management and community safety.
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Social Navigation & Safeguarding: My work in professional therapy has given me a high level of discernment when it comes to social boundaries. I specialize in supporting the Intersex and LGBTQIA+ communities, providing a safe space to practice assertive communication and social self-defense.
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Neurological Regulation: I understand how a "spinning head" or "dark thoughts" can disrupt your life. My evening check-ins are designed to be "clinical circuit breakers"—calming the nervous system (especially for those with Bipolar or FND) and ensuring a stable transition into the next day.
My Philosophy
I believe that every participant "contains multitudes."
My goal is to listen to your true intent and provide the grounded, peer-like support you need to navigate life's transitions, whether that's moving into a bus, managing a new diagnosis, or simply finding your place in the community.
Expertise & Experience
Professional Cuddle Therapy
Certified practitioner with deep expertise in non-clinical, trauma-informed touch, professional boundaries, and neurological regulation.
Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Founder and operator of Palacinke – Delicious Crepes since 2020. I bring a decade of experience in logistics, marketing, and the resilience required to run a multi-sector business.
Complex Advocacy
Extensive experience in NDIS advocacy, travel coordination, and navigating the social safeguarding needs of participants with complex requirements.
Executive Function Mentorship
Specialist in "Capacity Building through Action", using real-world projects like interior design, home renovation, and cooking to develop task sequencing and problem-solving skills.
Grounded & Practical
I don't believe in "clinical" talk. I believe in sitting down together, mapping out a project, and building your independence through tangible, real-world wins.
The "Van Life" Mentality
Drawing from my experience as a long-distance outback traveler, I teach resourcefulness, simplicity, and how to build a sustainable lifestyle that isn't tied to a traditional "box."