Counselling Services

Internal Family Systems

Internal Family Systems (IFS) counselling is a type of psychotherapy developed by Richard Schwartz. It’s based on the idea that our cores Self, we are compassionate and wise in nature and our human mind is composed of multiple sub-personalities or “parts,” each with its own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Key Principles of IFS Counselling: The concept of “Parts” are the sub-personalities and each part has its own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. There are 3 types…

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Counselling Services

Counselling Services

Social workers are allied health professionals who help people in crisis. My aim is to help you with life’s challenges, to develop self-awareness and improve your wellbeing.

I provide counselling, advocacy, psychoeducation and information to youth, adults and groups. I can assist you to coordinate the different support providers and help you to navigate the healthcare system.

Services are offered via telehealth, home visits, green spaces and our Ipswich Office.

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Expressive Art in Counselling

Art is for everyone. It is a natural ability we all share and you do not need any artistic skill or training. Using art in counselling or therapy and play is a great way to express ourselves. Art brings forth the subconscious and the non-verbal so it is perfect for anyone who has difficulty expressing their thoughts and feelings. The more we play with spontaneous unplanned art, the easier it becomes to express yourself freely.…

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Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is an evidence-based stress reduction technique that combines body/mind awareness with statements of emotions and intent. Energy can become stagnant or ‘stuck’ at the area of injury or emotional trauma projected to that spot. EFT provides a method to release emotional turmoil such as a belief, event, sensation or emotion and desensitises your response to it. Often times this creates awareness of underlying core thoughts and beliefs. EFT is to gently…

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