I have a life-long interest in psychology and human consciousness. I have studied psychology both within a modern Western science-based framework and a depth & archetypal framework that focuses more on the unconscious, the inner life, spirituality and subjective experience, drawing on Western and Eastern practices and philosophies.
Although there are important philosophical differences, both Western and Eastern approaches are valuable. Modern scientific research supports the physical and psychological health benefits of traditional Eastern spiritual practices such as pranayama (yoga breathing) and mindfulness meditation. These practices have been incorporated into modern psychological evidence-based therapies.
Although there are important philosophical differences, both Western and Eastern approaches are valuable. Modern scientific research supports the physical and psychological health benefits of traditional Eastern spiritual practices such as pranayama (yoga breathing) and mindfulness meditation. These practices have been incorporated into modern psychological evidence-based therapies.
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Psychological problems include anything related to thoughts, perceptions, memories, emotions, moods, impulses, motivation and behaviour (actions, communication style), that cause distress and/or disruption in your life. They can be caused by a combination of physical, genetic, environmental, social, cultural, lifestyle and/or personality factors.
Previously approved psychologist by State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) to deliver therapy in the NSW Workers Compensation system and by Victims Services to provide counselling to victims of violent crime (I no longer accept these referrals).
Health at Every Size (HAES) Australia: verified provider of services that enhance health & well-being and are free from weight based assumptions and weight discrimination - http://www.haesaustralia.org.au.Understanding affective and cognitive self evaluations about the body for adolescent girls. British Journal of Health Psychology, Vol 10, No 4: 485-503.
Health at Every Size (HAES) Australia: verified provider of services that enhance health & well-being and are free from weight based assumptions and weight discrimination - http://www.haesaustralia.org.au.Understanding affective and cognitive self evaluations about the body for adolescent girls. British Journal of Health Psychology, Vol 10, No 4: 485-503.
The Australian Psychological Society (APS) - http://www.psychology.org.au - states that, Psychologists are experts in human behaviour, having studied the brain, memory, learning, human development and the processes determining how people think, feel, behave and react. Psychologists apply their expertise using reliable and scientifically supported methods.
Anxiety is a normal emotion and set of physical responses that helps us survive, cope and adapt to perceived physical and emotional threats. Some anxiety can actually motivate us to function and perform well. It can also help us focus our attention on the things that are important to us. Too much anxiety can lead to chronic distress, panic and impairment of normal functioning.
How Can Psychological Therapy & Counselling Help People with Physical Illness, Injury or Disability?.
Psychological therapy and counselling can help people with illness, injury or disability with practical pain, fatigue and adaptive management strategies, coping with emotions, suffering and uncertainty, integrating and finding meaning in their experiences, improving quality of life and enhancing healthy self esteem, compassion, acceptance and personal development.
Psychological therapy and counselling can help people with illness, injury or disability with practical pain, fatigue and adaptive management strategies, coping with emotions, suffering and uncertainty, integrating and finding meaning in their experiences, improving quality of life and enhancing healthy self esteem, compassion, acceptance and personal development.
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