Welcome to Brunswick Health’s Counselling Service
Are you feeling stuck? Feeling like your always battling your way through life? Has something changed in your life that you are having difficulties adjusting with?
Seeking help can be a difficult step to take. It is a sign of great strength to take this first step. If you are having difficulties with changes, are in a crisis or are just feeling ‘stuck’, Brunswick Health’s Counselling Services is here to help people manage and understand a wide variety of life’s challenges. Our aim is to support you in striving for a balanced life, by providing psychological techniques and building on your resources to reach your goals.
We provide psychological professional services to individuals, through one on one, couples and group support programs in Melbourne.
It is important for us to be able to help you create the person you want to be and give you the tools for the life you want to have. Our counselling service is here to assist you with whatever questions you may have about mental health. If we are not a good fit for your concerns we can help you find the resources that would better fit your needs.
Areas our Counsellors work with:
- Addiction
- Anxiety and Stress
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Anger Management
- Divorce and Separation issues
- Eating Disorders
- Low Self-Esteem and Confidence
- Life Transitions
- Abuse and Trauma
- Sexuality and Sexual Identity
- Identity Issues
- Multicultural Issues
- Relationship Issues
Types of Counselling Services Offered
Individual Counselling
Individual counselling consists of meeting one-on-one with an experienced counsellor to discuss your specific concerns in a confidential setting. The aim of therapy is to increase your sense of wellbeing, by providing you with the tools to resolve life problems in a positive manner. We will work collaboratively to; identify your concerns, work through difficult issues, highlight causes, explore options, develop strategies, and increase your self-awareness. To ensure therapeutic goals and actions make sense within the context of your life, your unique experiences will be central to the discussions at all times. While the work done in a session sets the foundation for change, the work you do outside the session is vitally important to developing new skills and sustaining change.
Online Counselling
Online Counselling is fast becoming an alternative for therapeutic support. You will be communicating via the internet using applications that allow real-time chat, such as Skype or FaceTime. It is not a replacement for traditional therapy, nor is it suitable for all cases, however, it is a very useful tool to explore the issues and dilemmas you may be dealing with. If you are constantly travelling, located in another city or are unable to make it to the clinic, you can receive the same professional care in the comfort of your own environment in confidence. Note: This method is ONLY suitable for Individual Therapy.
Group Therapy
Group therapy is a special form of therapy which a small number of people who are coping or recovering from an issue, meet under the guidance of a professionally trained therapist to facilitate emotional processing for the members of the group. Group members are encouraged to share their experiences, which helps members see what they are going through is universal and that no one is alone.
We offer counselling services for the following groups:
- Grief and Loss
- After The Divorce
- Addictions Recovery
- Eating Disorders
- New Parents
- Anxiety and Stress
- Sexual Identity Issues
- Single Parent Families
Support Groups
Support groups are a little different from Group therapy, where people get together in a more informal atmosphere to talk about their current life situations and connect with others for support and friendship. This type of group is not facilitated by Brunswick Health but we can assist in creating connections between people and individuals to help create their own environments to meet and greet those who are going through similar life circumstances, or would like to offer help to someone going through hardship (i.e. adjustment issues, addictions, divorce, loss of a family member or etc.). Contact us and let us know what type of group you would like to gain support from or also give support to.
Psychological Assessments
Psychological assessments is a process of testing that uses a combination of techniques, such as an interview or questionnaire, to help clarify needs by quantifying and evaluating intellectual, cognitive, emotional and behavioural functioning as well as assessing the personality factors that may influence the individual’s ability to function optimally in all areas of their life. It will identify areas of strength and uncover any specific barriers to optimal functioning. Issues related to cognitive delays, social/emotional concerns and mental health concerns are also addressed. A psychological assessment consultant will meet with you to clearly explain the results and discuss specific recommendations.
Psychological assessments are useful for those individuals who are suffering from:
- Mental Health issues including, depression and anxiety disorders (i.e., social phobia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), etc.)
- Head trauma
- Memory problems
- Personality issues
Workshops
Workshops are educational forums where you can gain knowledge and the tools on a particular area. They will be conducted by experienced psychological professionals. We will be offering a wide variety of educational workshops and can tailor them to your specific needs. Workshops can also be outsourced to your specific location.
Workshops offered;
- Dealing with Stress
- Depression and Anxiety
- Parenting workshops
- Multicultural couples adjustment
- Addictions
- Attaining Life Balance
- Anger Management
About Our Counsellor
Counselling and psychotherapy can be a daunting process for a lot of people.
As a registered clinical counsellor and supervisor (Australian Counselling Association ), it’s is my ethical responsibility to provide non- judgmental, empathetic, and safe counselling services for my clients. Primarily my training is in positive depth psychology and integrating various techniques to help clients uncover their inherent strengths.
My experience in counselling started in Canada and spans for over many years working with young people and adults to find effective options and tools to enhance all aspects of their life. I work with a variety of emotional and behavioural issues and have a particular interest in supporting clients with concerns around depression, anxiety, relationship management, low self-esteem, anger management, sexual abuse, and trauma. I specialise in transcultural therapy and socio-cultural difficulties.
It is my personal and professional goal to encourage clients to make change happen to support not only an individuals well-being but also the well-being of the community at large by inspiring clients to feel more connected with others.
It is important for me to provide an experience for you that helps you discover the version of yourself you are striving to be and guide you towards your personal evolution. I am told that because of my open nature, and compassionate way with people, clients trust that I can help without judgment. Listening to my clients’ personal stories is a privilege; feeling heard and understood is often their first significant step towards their personal evolution. My counselling space is one of acceptance and trust. My work is about creating hope for people, and it is always an honour to be able to walk with others through both their pain and their victories.
Qualifications & Training Include:
- Bachelors with Honours in Psychology from York University, Canada
- Masters in Counselling Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology, Canada
- Reg. M. College of Clinical Supervisors, Australian Counselling Association
- Reg. M College of Clinical Counsellors, Australian Counselling Association
- Adlerian Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP), Canada
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