Evidence-based life coaching for men · AUSTRALIA-WIDE
Your brain rewired itself to protect you.
Now it's running
your life.
Evidence-based trauma transformation for men who are stuck. Not traditional therapy. Not simple mindset coaching. Backed by Neuroscience.
TESTIMONIALS
Who This Is For
Men who are done with
surface-level solutions.
If you've read the books, done the therapy, and still find yourself running the same patterns - the problem isn't your effort. It's a methodology mismatch.
You've tried therapy. You understood the pattern. It didn't change.
Talk therapy engages the prefrontal cortex. Your patterns live in the nervous system. No amount of insight overrides a biological safety response.
You're high-functioning externally. The internal experience doesn't match.
You've built a life that looks correct. Career, relationships, performance. Something underneath isn't resolved. That gap between what you're producing and what you're feeling is something a lot of men understand without ever being able to explain it.
You need the mechanism explained before you'll trust the process.
That's not scepticism - it's intelligence. The science is documented: memory reconsolidation, polyvagal theory, somatic processing. Belief accelerates the work. Scepticism is welcome too. Either way, the process runs.
You've been managing this for years. Managing isn't resolving.
Divorce, childhood patterns, confidence collapse. You've contained it. The difference between containing and resolving is significant and lasting.
The Methodology
A three-tier protocol. Matched to you, not a fixed program.
Most practitioners apply one method to everyone. That produces inconsistent results. Your tier is determined by your nervous system capacity and resistance profile.
Polyvagal-Informed Practice · Memory Reconsolidation · NLP Timeline Techniques · 10+ Evidence-Based Techniques
Physical Timeline
A physical version of the timeline work, walked in the room, used when a the nervous system isn't yet regulated enough for deeper work. Concrete and somatic. The physicality gives the analytical mind something to engage with rather than something to defend against. Builds capacity for the deeper work that follows. No visualisation required.
Somatic Processing · Body-Based Release · Physiological Access
Enhanced Traditional Timeline
An evolved version of NLP Timeline Therapy, run with continuous polyvagal monitoring and adapted to the client's nervous system state in real time. The protocol moves at the pace your system can hold. This is the entry point for most men and the methodology that resolves most patterns within the programme.
Polyvagal Theory (Porges, 1994) · Bilateral Stimulation · Adaptive Protocol
Memory Reconsolidation Protocol
Memory reconsolidation allows the brain to update the emotional content of stored memories during a specific biological window. Not suppression. Not reframing. Structural change at the neural level. The memory remains. The charge does not.
Astill Wright et al. (2021) · Neural Restructuring Lasting Change
This Is NOT for Everyone
Strong Shoulders is a specific type of work for a specific type of man. Being honest about who it is not for is more useful than overselling it to the wrong person.
NOT FOR YOU IF:
- You want ongoing talk therapy or a weekly venting session
- You are not willing to engage with the process between sessions
- You expect results without active participation
- You are currently in acute psychiatric crisis requiring clinical treatment
- You want someone to tell you what you want to hear rather than what is accurate
This IS for You If
If the following sounds like you, the free strategy session is worth your time.
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RIGHT FIT IF:
You have tried other approaches and found the ceiling
You understand the problem clearly and are still running the pattern
You are sceptical but willing to engage with a structured process
You want to resolve the root cause not manage symptoms indefinitely
You are ready to do the work not just talk about it
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EXCELLENT
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WHAT MEN SAY
From the Men Who Did the Work
After experiencing over a decade of bullying for being short and brown my confidence was at an all time low affecting every part of my life from standing up for myself to building meaningful relationships. I found myself driven by deep rooted insecurities always needing to prove myself in ways that ultimately felt unhealthy. Despite all my accomplishments, I still struggled with feeling truly loved and heard, which led to many sleepless nights and many bad life decisions. Working with Terry completely changed my understanding of these challenges. Through his 6 week program I discovered that it wasn't the bullying itself, but rather the story I had been telling myself that was holding me back. This realisation completely changed my perspective and uncovered big things about me that I genuinely did not know. Today my confidence has significantly improved and I finally feel I'm on the right path. If you're tired of feeling down and lacking confidence you need to do the program ASAP!
Really enjoyed being coached by Terry, he’s been great to work with !
I had the pleasure of working with Terry for a limited time, and even in that short period, I was incredibly impressed by his approach. Terry is an immensely dedicated and compassionate coach. He brings a rare combination of genuine vulnerability, honesty, and transparency, making him instantly relatable. There’s no ego with Terry—just a deep commitment to helping men unfuck their minds and break free from the bullshit we all carry. Terry’s friendly demeanour and understanding nature make it easy to open up, but don’t mistake his compassion for leniency. He holds you accountable in the most constructive way possible, ensuring you stay on track with your goals. His devotion to his work and his clients is evident in every interaction, and I have enormous respect for his character and the genuine intention he brings to his mission. If you’re considering Terry’s breakthrough program, I can only imagine that your experience will be even more profound and transformative than mine. Highly recommend.
I was in such a dark place and working with Terry helped me move through really significant blocks. With his help I have managed to shift my mindset and reset myself. Highly recommend.
Terry has exceptional knowledge and skills when it comes to life coaching and 'letting go'. His extensive depths of awareness in this field was impeccably liberating. During my time with Terry he was very knowledgable and aware of exactly what he needed to do with me. I was so stubborn at first but he managed to understand exactly what to do and give me that breakthrough. I released all of my childhood trauma i'd been carrying my whole life and projecting it through anger. Thank you so much for everything Terry you truly have reshaped a huge part of me, I'm really looking forward to working with you again. God bless you x
I did a masters breakthrough with Terry! And the massive changes I was left with were impossible for me to see before I started! If doing the work has been a thought in the back of your mind for awhile or your sick of the way you feel and know there’s better in store for you! I can’t recommend strong shoulders higher to achieve all you battle put onto this world for!
I've been struggling with substance abuse my entire life and it has gotten gradually worse the last couple of years. Paired together with the loss of my mother, sent me into a very bad period of drinking and other substances. I was incredibly sad and sat in the sorrow every day. I needed help badly and reached out to Strong Shoulders since i know Terry from my remote work. The gestalt method was very new to me, and I haven't had much therapy before hand. After just 2 sessions with Terry, where we went deep into where emotions stem from, such as sadness, guilt, anger. The timeline method was particularly beneficial for me, since I have difficulty remembering. With the help from Strong Shoulders, I'm now free from the sadness and substance abuse patterns that have controlled my life for a long time. It feels like stones have been lifted off my shoulders and I'm moving forward with the intent of living the best life possible and being the best version of myself. Don't hesitate to reach out to Strong Shoulders. It feels very safe and it works! - Mikkel
Subconscious blocks and business "After the session the fear and anxiety turned into excitement and I was able to complete tasks that had taken me months in a matter of days. I'd recommend working with Terry if you know you're capable of so much more but finding it hard due to fears and limiting beliefs.
I recently had the privilege of working with Terry, and I can confidently say it was one of the most transformative experiences of my life. From the moment I had my initial chat with Terry about my situation, I felt a sense of warmth, understanding and confidence that Terry would be able to help remove some past traumas I was hanging onto in my subconscious which was affecting how I responded to life events, especially the current situation in my life that led me to connect with Terry. We were able to remove trauma stemming from anger, sadness, regret, guilt and grief. This was all baggage I was unknowingly carrying around for years that were lifted from my shoulders. What I feel sets Terry apart was his genuine empathy and dedication towards my well being. I always felt supported and encouraged throughout our sessions, unlike normal therapists where I am just vomiting information to only leave with issues brought to the service and no real tools or solution. Terry has provided me with invaluable tools to navigate life’s ups and downs with resilience and self-assurance. If you are ready to embark on an emotional journey of self discovery and personal growth then Terry is your man.
Results
What men say after
the work is done.
"After experiencing over a decade of bullying my confidence was at an all time low. Working with Terry completely changed my understanding of where my behaviour was coming from. Through his 6 week program I discovered it wasn't the bullying itself, but the story I had been telling myself."
Ash London
5-star review
"I've been struggling with substance abuse my entire life. After just 2 sessions with Terry, where we went deep into where emotions stem from, I'm now free from the sadness and substance abuse patterns that have controlled my life for a long time."
Mikkel Blume Larsen
5-star review
"One of the most transformative experiences of my life. We removed trauma stemming from anger, sadness, regret, guilt and grief. Unlike normal therapists where I'm just vomiting information, Terry provided invaluable tools to navigate life's ups and downs."
Matt Johnson
5-star review
Free Strategy Session
The first conversation costs nothing.
30 minutes. We map what's operating below the surface and determine whether this approach is the right fit for where you are right now. No group sessions. No sales pitch. No obligation.
✓ 100% Virtual · ✓ Melbourne-Based · ✓ Australia-Wide
No obligation · No group programs
About Terry Worsfold
Built by someone who has
been through it.
I wasn't a high performer hiding some secret pain behind a perfect life. I was barely functioning. Insecure, reactive, numb, making terrible decisions constantly, and deeply unsure of who I actually was. I had social anxiety that made basic connection feel impossible. I was people-pleasing to survive. I had multiple suicide attempts across different stages of my life.
Externally I was hitting aggressive sales targets in the advertising industry. Internally I was falling apart. That gap between what I was producing and what I was feeling is something a lot of men understand without ever being able to explain it.
The turning point was a marriage breakdown that forced me to stop collecting information and start implementing it. I'd been on a self-development path for over 10 years by then: working with Tony Robbins in 2014, experiencing Ayahuasca in Peru, studying psychology, hypnotherapy, NLP, neuroscience. The marriage ending was the moment I connected all the dots and realised nobody was coming to save me. The actual shift took months once I committed fully.
Based
Melbourne, Victoria. 100% virtual. Australia-wide and international.
Background
Founder and Coach, Strong Shoulders. 10+ years of personal study and application in behavioural change.
Methodology
3-Tier Protocol: Physical Timeline, Enhanced TLT, Memory Reconsolidation (Astill Wright et al., 2021).
Programs
4-week, 6-week and 12-week breakthrough programs. Free 30-min strategy session to start.
Techniques
NLP Timeline Techniques, Neurolinguistic Programming, Polyvagal Theory, IFS, Schema Therapy, Somatic Processing.
Free Download
Breaking Free: The Men's
Guide to Trauma Recovery
The neuroscience behind why traditional approaches fail. Covers memory reconsolidation, polyvagal theory, and a practical framework for lasting change.
Breaking Free
Men's Guide · Trauma Recovery
Why talk therapy fails men
The subconscious patterns running your life
Memory reconsolidation: what the research says
A framework for lasting change
Frequently asked questions.
What types of trauma can you help with?
Childhood trauma (emotional neglect, absent parents, abuse, bullying), relationship and marital trauma, divorce, grief and loss, betrayal, PTSD, workplace trauma, complex trauma from multiple events, and substance-use patterns driven by unresolved emotional charge.
Do I have to relive my trauma during sessions?
No. We identify when the emotion was first attached and what the emotion was, in order to release it. We don't need to go into deep detail about any events from your life. This is a critical difference from talk therapy: we're releasing the charge, not processing the narrative.
How is this different from EMDR?
EMDR uses bilateral eye movements to process trauma. Strong Shoulders uses NLP timeline techniques, memory reconsolidation and polyvagal-informed processing, which access the subconscious through a different pathway. Some clients come after EMDR didn't fully resolve their issues because the underlying nervous system state wasn't addressed first.
How quickly will I see results?
Progress varies depending on what you're working on and your starting point. Some clients notice a shift after the first session. Meaningful progress typically emerges within the first few weeks. The first session includes an honest assessment of realistic timeframes for your specific situation.
Is this safe for men with complex PTSD?
Strong Shoulders is coaching, not clinical treatment. For complex PTSD with active dissociative symptoms, a clinical psychologist or psychiatrist should be the first point of contact. Coaching can complement clinical treatment for men who are functional but stuck.
What if I'm sceptical or don't believe it will work?
Scepticism is common among the men who get the strongest results here. What you need is willingness to engage with the process, not pre-existing belief. Book the free strategy session and we will work out together whether this is the right fit. Book in for a chat and let Terry see where you're really at. It's almost always the belief system that needs rewiring, and everyone has a strategy for staying stuck. If we can find out what that is, we can work with it.
Can trauma release help with substance abuse issues?
Yes. In many cases substance use is a coping mechanism for unresolved emotional charge. By releasing the underlying trauma, the need for the coping mechanism diminishes or disappears. This is not addiction treatment in a clinical sense but often removes what drives the behaviour.
Do you work with women on trauma release?
Yes, upon request. Strong Shoulders specialises in men, but women who fit the analytical profile and have tried traditional therapy without resolution are welcome.
Can I do this remotely?
Yes. All sessions are 100% virtual via secure video. Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, internationally. The work is internal, so the delivery method has no impact on effectiveness.
What does a trauma release program cost?
Pricing is discussed during the free 30-minute strategy session and depends on program length. Program length varies and is discussed during the strategy session. No session is booked without a clear agreement on scope and investment.
Ready to release what's been holding you back?
If you feel stuck, if the anger or sadness doesn't match your current life, if therapy gave you understanding but not resolution, book a free 30-minute strategy session with me. No pressure. Just an honest conversation about where you're at.
No obligation · 30 minutes
Evidence-based life coaching for men in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Australia-wide. Subconscious reprogramming, trauma release and NLP timeline techniques.
Trauma Release
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