One of my favourite things in life is connecting with people—especially those who are curious, open, and eager to explore new ways of communicating with honesty, compassion, and effectiveness. So, a big and enthusiastic hello to you, and thank you for your interest in me and in the practice of Nonviolent Communication (NVC).

I’ve lived in Australia for the past 25 years and in that time followed a colourful and varied path as a circus artist, musician, children’s entertainer/educator, Lifeline volunteer, and music teacher. In 2017 I became a Certified Trainer with the Centre for Nonviolent Communication, an honour that places me in the company of a remarkable global community of peacemakers. I am also trained in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy.

I currently live on the Central Coast, NSW, where I run regular Foundations Trainings and Integration groups both online and in person. I also support members of Narara Ecovillage in building an NVC community here on the Coast. If you’re local, please feel warmly invited to connect—and if you’re further afield, I’d love to meet you online.

Since discovering NVC in 2010, life has unfolded in ways I could never have imagined. What’s been most transformative is the realisation that in each moment I have a choice—to speak and act in alignment with my values, without waiting for others to change first. That freedom has brought such ease and joy, and I continue to marvel at the ripple of compassion flowing into the lives of those around me and those I am privileged to share this work with.

I’d be delighted to hear from you and to support you in your own journey of learning and integrating NVC.

“Beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right doing there is a field. I’ll meet you there.”

Trainings offered by Alex Norman

My trainings are fun, dynamic, and inclusive. I offer both Foundations and Integration trainings – online and in-person —as well as private coaching.

In my trainings, you’ll discover how to:

• Listen and speak in ways that defuse conflict and create win–win solutions.

• Build respectful, harmonious family relationships—without being authoritarian or a pushover.

• Gain awareness and empowerment around thoughts that fuel anxiety, depression, or anger.

• Improve trust and cooperation  through empathy and honesty.

NVC has been practiced worldwide for decades—and it really works. I’d love to share it with you.

“Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”

Private sessions

“Your challenge is not to keep trying to repair what was damaged… Your practice is to reawaken what is already wise and whole within you.”
— Wayne Muller

I love coaching privately with NVC because it’s a deeply collaborative process. Together, we clarify what matters most to you, and then tap into your own inner wisdom and resources. From there, we can create practical strategies to meet your needs and bring your inner and outer world into greater alignment. The results are often not only fulfilling, but truly transformative.

Along the way, you’ll also learn and integrate Compassionate Communication skills and tools, giving you ongoing support to care for yourself—whatever challenge or situation you may be facing.

Sessions

• 60 minutes

• Available in person, by phone, or via Zoom

• The first 30-minute session is free, so we can explore whether this approach is right for you

Most clients begin with either a 6-week or 15-week package, where we set a focus or goal and work progressively towards it over a few months.

Interests

I’m a passionate NVC trainer who loves making learning both practical and engaging. I run fun, inclusive workshops, offer private online coaching, and also draw on my training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) when working with couples.

My special areas of interest include:

Parenting – supporting parents to foster connection and cooperation without power struggles

Couple therapy – helping partners move beyond blame and conflict into deeper understanding and trust

Navigating shame – cultivating self-compassion and resilience in the face of inner criticism

Parts integration – bringing acceptance and harmony to the inner “voices” we struggle with

Role play – using creativity and embodiment to safely explore new ways of communicating

Mediation

I hold a safe and supportive space for people in conflict- whether partners, family members, colleagues, or friends. My training in Nonviolent Communication and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy helps guide the process toward empathy, clarity, and new ways forward.

Even a single session can bring relief and a fresh perspective. With a few sessions, people often discover tools to navigate conflict themselves—building trust, resilience, and healthier relationships that last long after our time together.

If you’d like to explore how mediation could support you, I’d love to hear from you:  0425 329 089