Who we are
Our mission
Providing personalised support to help you find a job and build a career that truly fits. Whether through NDIS employment supports or private coaching, we focus on navigating workplace challenges and overcoming barriers to ensure your work is not just a role, but a sustainable, long-term fit.
About Balance by Design
At Balance by Design, we help you navigate the complexities of work with intention and clarity. We believe that professional success shouldn't come at the cost of personal wellbeing. By providing tailored support pathways, we meet you exactly where you are—balancing immediate needs with long-term aspirations.
Our Pathways
For NDIS Participants | Targeted Job Coaching We focus on building practical capacity and navigating work-related barriers. Our goal is to empower you with the tools and confidence needed to take supported, meaningful steps toward sustainable employment and workplace independence.
For the General Public | Comprehensive Career Development Our services are designed for those seeking deeper alignment, we specialise in navigating professional transitions, overcoming workplace barriers, and managing the pressures of modern work. We help you move beyond "just a job" to create a career that honours your values and strengths.
How we support you
For some, this work involves building confidence and self-advocacy. For others, it may mean identifying the right supports, strategies, or workplace adjustments to create a more sustainable and supportive environment.
Our support includes, but is not limited to:
Support for individuals in roles—past or present—that don’t align with their strengths, including those at a tipping point navigating stress, disengagement, and career uncertainty
Personalised career development and transition support
Development of foundational, professional, and interpersonal skills for entering or adjusting to a role
Support with communication, boundaries, and self-advocacy in the workplace
Guidance around workplace adjustments, including referrals to appropriate services and supports
Career guidance tailored to individuals who prefer quieter, reflective, or non-traditional working styles
Support to build confidence, routine, and a sense of direction in relation to work
We take a holistic approach to employment, building careers that fit your life
Our approach
Our work is:
Holistic — we consider your wellbeing, identity, and life context
Client-centred — your goals, values, and pace guide the process
Trauma-informed — we prioritise safety, trust, and understanding
Psychosocially informed — recognising the connection between mental health and employment
Systems-aware — helping you navigate workplaces and external supports
Values-driven — supporting career paths that feel sustainable and aligned
Professional standards
We follow recognised professional and ethical standards, including the CICA Code of Conduct and the NDIS Code of Conduct, ensuring our supports are safe, respectful, and human-centred.
Meet the team
Stella | Founder/ Career Development Practitioner
Stella Anyaogu is the founder of Balance by Design. She loves helping people uncover their unique strengths and understand the world of work so they can intentionally design a meaningful career that fits their life. Read more below...
Blake | Business Operations Coordinator
Blake leads our 'behind-the-scenes' operations, bringing expertise in Business Development and Design. He manages our internal systems and brand identity, ensuring seamless business functions so our growth work remains focused entirely on our participants
Olga | Career Advisor
With a background in allied health, science, and business development, Olga helps individuals navigate career transitions with clarity. She combines multi-industry expertise with a focus on wellbeing to provide clear, professional direction.
Meet the founder, Stella
Hi, nice to meet you!
I’m a career and wellbeing practitioner supporting people across all stages of their professional journeys, with a particular focus on non-medical burnout mitigation and recovery. My approach is restorative, person-centred, and highly practical, helping individuals navigate systemic workplace pressures, establish sustainable boundaries, and proactively manage stress to reclaim their energy and professional alignment.
Alongside my burnout specialisation, I provide tailored career and transition support for disabled and neurodivergent individuals. I work extensively with clients navigating the NDIS framework, as well as those who sit outside of it, ensuring that everyone has access to affirming, practical guidance.
Beyond my individual client work, I support university students across various disciplines—from science and health to the arts—helping them navigate academic challenges, access resources, and build the self-assurance to thrive. I also collaborate with community organisations to support women and gender-diverse people, strengthening their sense of agency, capability, and personal empowerment to contribute to broader equity and inclusion.
With a rich background spanning career development, recruitment, education, business development, and strategic service and systems design, I bring a broad perspective to career pathways. My holistic approach considers not only your individual goals but also the broader structures, workplaces, and evolving job markets that impact your day-to-day wellbeing.
I help people move forward in ways that are deeply sustainable, protective of their energy, and holistically supportive of their whole life—not just their work.
I’m excited to learn about your journey and explore how we can work together to restore your professional balance and reach your goals.