Shaping
New
Discoveries
in Youth
Turn Challenges into Tracks
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Adventure-based Counselling
Therapy in motion: a PACFA-registered counsellor folds evidence-based counselling into high or low energy adventures to support participants to build insight, resilience, and self-regulation while they paddle, pedal, or trek.
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Life-Skills Facilitation (Core + CB)
Skills that stick: mentor-led weekly outings turn canoe strokes and trail rides into hands-on lessons in problem-solving, communication, and everyday independence
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Adventure Respite (STA)
Swap ceilings for starlight: fully supported overnight or multi-night escapes that recharge carers and empower young people through personalised outdoor challenges, all claimable under Short-Term Accommodation.
Shaping New Discoveries in Youth (SNDY)
Why We Exist
At SNDY Tracks (pronounced “Sandy Tracks”), we believe that growth happens when we step into the unknown, explore new experiences, and embrace challenges at our own pace. SNDY stands for Shaping New Discoveries in Youth, reflecting our commitment to helping young people uncover their strengths, develop resilience, and navigate life’s shifting landscapes.
Much like how a beach constantly reshapes with the wind and tides, personal growth happens gradually — one moment, one experience, one step at a time. Through adventure-based therapy, we create opportunities for young people to explore, reflect, and develop the confidence to shape their own path forward.
Swap screens for streams.
SNDY Tracks taps the Central Coast’s bush, creeks and trails to spark growth. Mixing counselling, life-skills coaching and NDIS-funded respite into personalised outdoor journeys for neurodiverse, trauma-affected and disadvantaged youth. When the setting shifts, perspectives follow.
Ready to trade four walls for fresh horizons?
Adventure-based Counselling
What is
Adventure-based Counselling?
Turning Therapy into an Adventure!
Imagine swapping the traditional counselling room for the great outdoors! Sam Duke is a PACFA-registered counsellor, with outdoor recreation qualifications, CPR, first aid, and working with children check. Sam is passionate about nature and journeying alongside young people, offering a unique twist on therapy. With more than six years of experience working with neurodiverse youth, Sam is deeply committed to the powerful transformations that occur when individuals push beyond their comfort zones and embrace discomfort. Choose your adventure—whether it's fishing, canoeing, bushwalking, four-wheel driving, snorkelling, mountain biking, going to the park, or something entirely different. We work with you to develop activities and goals that are most effective for you.
A typical session is one-on-one and blends an hour of insightful counselling into a three-hour adventure, creating a seamless and engaging experience. Sam works with young people aged 10-30 who are neurodiverse and/or at risk.
This approach is perfect for those who find it hard to sit still in a room or who are seeking outdoor experiences. The shared adventure fosters trust and builds rapport, making the therapeutic process authentic, fun, and effective.
Who is this for? Our programs are designed for NDIS-funded and privately funded participants, ensuring everyone receives the tailored support and resources they need to thrive. We provide individualised care to help participants build essential life skills, foster personal growth, and promote social engagement in a safe environment. Our commitment is to empower all participants to reach their unique goals and navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
Get ready to turn therapy into an exciting journey with us!
How it works
Starting with SNDY Tracks is simple, supportive, and tailored to the young person’s needs. From your first enquiry through to beginning sessions, each step is designed to help us understand your goals, plan safely, and create a program that feels like the right fit.
Ready to get started?
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Use the client portal to get started and tell us a little about what you are looking for, who the support is for, and any key goals or concerns
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Once you have signed up, you will receive an email with the required intake and consent forms. These help us understand support needs, goals, medical and safety considerations, and the best way to begin.
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We will connect with you for an initial assessment to learn more about the young person, their needs, interests, support requirements, and what a meaningful program could look like.
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We design a personalised adventure-based counselling, group therapy or support plan, including suitable activities, locations, pacing, and therapeutic focus, based on the individual’s goals and comfort level.
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We confirm the proposed supports, session structure, service agreement, and any practical details so everyone is clear and comfortable before sessions begin.
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Once everything is in place, sessions begin. From there, we build support through connection, movement, challenge, reflection, and experiences that are tailored to the young person.
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Acknowledgement of country
SNDY Tracks acknowledges the Traditional Owners and communities of the lands on which we operate. They are the traditional custodians of the mountains, rivers, forests and oceans we adventure in and by. We pay our respects to Elders past present and emerging, we honour and celebrate the stories, cultures and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who live and work on this land.