Sam was born in Sicily and served in the Second World War before moving to Australia to build a life for his wife and children. He spent much of his life in service to others; his village, his family, the generations that followed. He had a steadying presence that made everyone around him feel secure and he channeled this into tapestries - a craft he took up in his later years. Working thread by thread with quiet patience, these tapestries were intricate, and in every one gifted to his family. The discipline behind his work was unmistakable.

His family surname meant “little house” when translated from Italian - a fitting name for a man who held space for those around him to feel supported, where things were shared, and where no one had to carry hard moments alone. This feeling shaped a belief that became the heart of Giuliana’s practice: healing isn’t about having the right words or following a set timeline. It’s about creating a space where people feel safe enough to understand themselves and find their own way forward.

House of Sam is a private practice grounded in evidence-based care, supporting people through grief, loss, and life’s transitions. Healing doesn’t mean moving on or leaving your story behind. It means learning to carry it forward with greater understanding, resilience, and connection.

Like Sam’s tapestries, healing happens one thread at a time. House of Sam aims to offer what a little house should: steadiness, belonging, and support while you find your way.