Meet Sasha
I’m Sasha Crichton, a certified life coach and Australian Counselling Association-registered counsellor.
With a background in communications across health, government, and community sectors, alongside studies in psychology, sociology, and human behaviour — I bring a grounded understanding of how people navigate pressure, uncertainty, and change.
I founded Authentic State to offer structured, trauma-aware support that helps people make sense of what’s happening, work through what’s holding them back, and move forward with clarity, steadiness, and direction.
Where this work began
I was raised on the Central Coast, NSW Australia, where my mother worked as a women’s health counsellor. Conversations about psychology, wellbeing, and the realities of people’s lives were part of my everyday environment.
I was also born with a hearing impairment that wasn’t identified and repaired until I was four. While other children were learning to express themselves, I was still learning how to listen, interpret, and find my voice.
These experiences shaped a lifelong curiosity about communication, human behaviour, and what enables authenticity, growth, and change.
A grounded way of working
Over time, I’ve come to see that insight alone isn’t enough. What matters is how it’s understood and applied.
My work brings together coaching and counselling, alongside a broader interest in what shapes us as humans. Together, this helps you make sense of what’s going on, put it into words, and move forward in a way that works in real life.
Where this work sits
Many people I work with are not in crisis — but they’re not feeling okay either.
They may be holding things together on the outside, while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or at a point where something needs to change. Often, this shows up as overthinking, pushing through, or feeling stuck in familiar patterns. This work sits in that space.
I offer a trauma-aware, person-centred space where you are met with care, respect, and without judgement.
It is a space to:
slow down
feel a sense of emotional relief
move through what’s keeping you stuck
think more clearly, and respond with intention
move forward with clarity, steadiness, and direction.
Authentic State philosophy
At Authentic State, the work begins with you, but it doesn’t end there.
As you come into alignment with who you are, the way you live, relate, and lead begins to shift — across your life, your relationships, your community, and the world around you. Because the way you show up shapes more than just your own life.
Let’s begin
If this resonates, you are invited to take the next step. Reach out.
Qualifications & approach
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Qualified, safe support
Backed by a Diploma of Counselling and coaching qualifications, sessions are respectful and person-centred, allowing space to explore without pressure or overwhelm. -
A deeper understanding
With a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Creative Arts, and further university studies in psychology, sociology, and communications, I bring a nuanced understanding of human behaviour, identity, and lived experience to this work. -
Human-centred experience
With over 14 years working across communication, behaviour and human-centred fields, I bring both practical insight and a deep understanding of how people navigate change. -
Ethical, professional care
I work in alignment with the ethical standards of the Australian Counselling Association, holding a space that is safe, respectful, and guided by clear ethical and legal responsibilities.