Gain confidence in body and mind through Martial Arts Therapy
At Thelo Active Therapy we use an active approach to therapy, incorporating goal setting, movement and Martial Arts Therapy (MAT).
We work with individuals to enhance their physical and mental well-being while helping them confront their challenges and conquer daily obstacles. Our active therapeutic approach is designed to aid those with mental health issues, as well as individuals experiencing low self-esteem, diminished self-confidence, and reduced self-worth. We cater to a diverse range of age groups, including children, teenagers, and adults, including those who are neurodivergent.
Thelo Active Therapy can help you build confidence, strength and wellbeing through movement combined with therapy. Take that first step to make a change!
What is Martial Arts Therapy (MAT)?
Martial Arts Therapy (MAT) refers to the usage of Martial Arts as an alternative or complementary therapy. Integrating Martial Arts can help with redirecting aggression, confidence building, setting of boundaries and teaching assertiveness.
Services
Counselling incorporating Martial Arts Therapy (MAT)
Holistic Development to improve Martial Arts skills
Workshops for individuals, groups, schools and business
Speaking events
Twelve is the boxing workout where you can learn up to 12 boxing combos
Each workout includes 3 minute rounds with 1 minute ab workouts in between rounds.
Choose a 15min, 30min, 45min or 60min workout sessions.
Who is Thelo Active Therapy?
Vickie Simos is the founder of Thelo Active Therapy, an initiative that combines Martial Arts and mainstream therapy (MAT). In 2017, Vickie published her memoir called The Boxer Within where she reflects on her experiences with depression and anxiety and how martial arts helped her overcome those mental issues. Vickie is a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, personal trainer, martial artist and author.
She is a Fourth Degree Black Belt in the Filipino martial art of Doce Pares Eskrima (stick fighting) and a Second Degree Black Belt in Anjukanpo Karate. Silver Medallist World Stickfighting Championships and Pan Pacific Gold Medallist for Stick Fighting.
Vickie has been featured across a range of media, including ABC News Radio, 3AW, and Alive 90.5, and has appeared on multiple podcasts such as Thriving Minds, Roll with the Punches, and Off the Pitch. Her work has been profiled in Neos Kosmos and other digital publications, and she has collaborated with organisations such as the Black Dog Institute to raise awareness around mental health. As a speaker, she delivers workshops and presentations across schools, businesses, and community groups, and has presented to large student audiences on the topics of resilience, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
Testimonial
Vickie is a great mentor in making you achieve a realistic goal in your personal growth through her coaching. She has a unique technique in incorporating training and counselling together in our workouts. Vickie pushes me to my full ability, there is no "I can't do it". I highly recommend to try out a session with Vickie, you will not be disappointed trust me on this. ~ Connie