ANDREW LEITCH

Co-Founder and Facilitator

With a wealth of experience in guiding individuals and organisations, Andrew Leitch has supported hundreds of people on their journey towards actualising their health, wellbeing, and full potential.

Combining his expertise as a psychotherapist with a deep understanding of ancient indigenous wisdom and the latest scientific breakthroughs in fields like neuroscience and epigenetics, Andrew weaves together a unique approach to working with individuals. 

Tapping into what he calls the “5 Keys” of self awareness, self regulation, connection, purpose and integration, Andrew provides a powerful and structured personal development framework that empowers individuals to unlock their true potential and create lasting change in their lives.

Throughout his journey, Andrew has spent extensive time with indigenous communities both in Australia and abroad, further exploring the convergence of indigenous wisdom and modern science. This profound connection informs his work and adds a rich layer of depth and authenticity to the experiences he facilitates.

With a focus on purpose and the transformative energy it ignites, Andrew leads individuals on a deep journey of self-discovery. Through powerful and unexpected insights, he supports individuals to tap into their innate creativity, forge deep connections, and reach their fullest potential.

JACINTA MCDONELL

Co-Founder and Speaker

Jacinta McDonell is a catalyst for personal growth and a guide for individuals seeking to live a more authentic, purpose-driven life. With a deep understanding of the complexities of the human experience, Jacinta empowers others to navigate life intentionally and offers essential tools, practices, and insights derived from her own transformative journey.

Jacinta launched the US franchise, Anytime Fitness, into the Australian market in 2008, growing it to become Australia's number one health club chain before exiting in 2017.

In the years since, Jacinta has turned her entrepreneurial passion towards supporting others, sharing her journey through keynote speaking, leadership facilitation and coaching other founders. 

In a world that often pulls us away from our true selves, Jacinta cultivates self-awareness and clarity, helping individuals live in alignment with their purpose for a more fulfilling existence. With a rebellious spirit and the courage to challenge societal expectations, she empowers individuals to break free from limiting constraints and embrace their unique paths.

Jacinta is also a dedicated mother of 3, proud advocate of yoga and meditation, and a national board member of The Hunger Project, an organisation that funds life changing projects in Africa, India and Bangladesh.

Tina combines 25 years of organisational change experience with over a decade of coaching, facilitation and consulting in personal and leadership development. She has designed and developed innovative organisational, leadership and change programs across multiple industries for corporates, SMEs and family businesses.

As a facilitator and coach, Tina uses methods based on her background in group relations, systems theory, mindfulness, somatic experiencing, nervous system function and body mind practices.   She has coached individuals, professionals, business owners and leaders with a focus on understanding true nature, values, purpose,  behaviour, mindset, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills required to support individual, organisational and cultural change and growth.

Throughout her personal and professional journey, Tina experienced indigenous wisdom, modern science, body and energy based approaches to personal transformation.   She is committed to individuals uncovering their uniqueness, passion and purpose. 

I’m Tom, a seasoned leader with 20 years of experience in the corporate and agribusiness sector. 

Over the past decade, I have held senior leadership roles in complex and high-risk supply chains within a family business environment, I thrived in creating connections and enhancing culture within high-performance businesses. My passion is helping people find purpose and fulfilment in their life and work and to re-frame life challenges for what they truly are.

I believe that when individuals align their passions and skills towards a common challenge or goal, remarkable things can happen. I am deeply committed to fostering clarity and presence in both my own life and the lives of others, as I believe it is the key to living a more meaningful and productive life. With a focus on outcomes and results, I have led teams with a strong sense of accountability. I understand the importance of delivering results for both the individual and the business as a whole. Being a husband and father of 3 children I regularly challenge myself to be a better parent with a strong anchor of self-compassion.

 Nicola is a psychotherapist and educator who has 20 years experience working with young people and adults, helping guide their way through the tricky moments in life. Nicola has experience working in schools and in private practice. She was the head of the middle school at Green School, Bali. 

As a conscious connected breathwork facilitator and an IFS therapist, Nicola specialises in resetting your nervous system, enabling you to work through stress, anxiety, and traumatic experiences. Discover the power of choice in your everyday life, learning to respond rather than react, and cultivate a grounded sense of self. Nicola works uniquely with each client and their nervous system to support and guide them to what they truly know. She facilitates a process whereby her clients can feel safe to follow their purpose and to find out what brings them alive.  

You don’t have to know exactly why you were working with Nicola. All you need is some curiosity and a desire to transform from where you are to what your full potential might be. You don’t need to know what that is. In this process, Nicola will help support you to trust yourself again and find the path that you truly desire.

Licenced Brave Spaces facilitators are trained on how to teach the programs, skills, practices, and tools that are underpinned by the Brave Spaces 5 Keys. As independent facilitator/partners we equip you with everything you need to offer the workshops, programs and coaching to bring the Brave Spaces process into your life or organisation.