Ember & Oak Social Work

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About Us

Ember & Oak Social Work is a practice based in Emerald, Queensland, providing compassionate and professional support to individuals and families across the
Central Highlands, Isaac Region, and the entirety of Australia via telehealth.

Established in 2026 by Andrea, a registered social worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), Ember & Oak Social Work is grounded in
person-centered and collaborative practice. Andrea works alongside individuals and families to ensure they are actively involved in decisions that shape their support and care.

A carefully arranged strengths-based toolkit laid out on a smooth, light timber table, photographed from directly above for a clean, flat-lay composition. Items include colorful, hand-sized wooden blocks etched with empowering words like “resilience,” “voice,” and “belonging,” a soft indigo fabric pouch partly open revealing emotion cards with abstract watercolor designs, and a closed, kraft-paper folder labelled only with a simple oak-leaf icon for privacy. A small ceramic dish holds smooth, multicolored grounding stones. Soft, overcast window light from one side creates minimal shadows and even, gentle illumination, emphasizing textures and muted earthy tones. The atmosphere is organized, empowering, and supportive, conveying a person-centred, trauma-informed practice with a subtle cultural lens, all in realistic photographic style.

Her practice focuses on building trusting relationships and creating a safe space where individuals and families feel heard, respected, and supported.

Ember & Oak Social Work was created with a vision of supporting people to navigate life’s difficulties while strengthening connection, resilience, and well being within our communities.

With a background in community work, youth justice, and mental health support, Andrea brings experience supporting people through complex life challenges.

Our Vision

We envision communities where individuals and families feel safe, heard, and supported to heal, grow, and live meaningful lives.

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Our Mission

At Ember & Oak Social Work, we provide trauma-informed, person-centred support that strengthens individuals, young people, and families to navigate life’s challenges with dignity and confidence. Grounded in social justice and relational practice, we work alongside people to build resilience, foster connection, and enhance wellbeing across our communities.