Chronic Pain Counselling in Bicton, WA
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Inter Wisdom Counselling and Somatic Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bicton, WA 6157
Interwisdom Somatic Therapy/Counselling and Wellness Services are tailored to your unique situation. I have extensive experience working with individuals, families and groups in various community, clinical and wellness programs, throughout WA. I am passionate about people learning about their strengths to manage the challenges, so they can effectively adapt and live with settlement, authenticity and purpose. My approach is to work with the client in practical and logical ways to find meaning and implement change, in a way they can participate to integrate and regulate with more ease.
Interwisdom Somatic Therapy/Counselling and Wellness Services are tailored to your unique situation. I have extensive experience working with individuals, families and groups in various community, clinical and wellness programs, throughout WA. I am passionate about people learning about their strengths to manage the challenges, so they can effectively adapt and live with settlement, authenticity and purpose. My approach is to work with the client in practical and logical ways to find meaning and implement change, in a way they can participate to integrate and regulate with more ease.
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My name is Vanessa and I am an individual and couples therapist. I have experience working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, grief and loss, substance use and addiction, domestic violence, suicidal ideation and self harm. I have worked with clients who have experienced emotional, physical and sexual abuse. In my work with couples, I aim to help couples rebuild connection, communication and intimacy, and to understand the ways their past experiences may impact upon the way they relate to others in the present. I help couples work through infidelity and conflict in their relationship.
My name is Vanessa and I am an individual and couples therapist. I have experience working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, grief and loss, substance use and addiction, domestic violence, suicidal ideation and self harm. I have worked with clients who have experienced emotional, physical and sexual abuse. In my work with couples, I aim to help couples rebuild connection, communication and intimacy, and to understand the ways their past experiences may impact upon the way they relate to others in the present. I help couples work through infidelity and conflict in their relationship.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience providing counselling and therapy to adults and adolescents. My approach is client-centred, placing strong value on the therapeutic relationship as a space where it is safe to laugh and cry, while learning how to respond differently to yourself and to others. Every person is unique and every situation is unique, so I utilise a variety of evidence-based therapies, tailoring therapy to you and your needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience providing counselling and therapy to adults and adolescents. My approach is client-centred, placing strong value on the therapeutic relationship as a space where it is safe to laugh and cry, while learning how to respond differently to yourself and to others. Every person is unique and every situation is unique, so I utilise a variety of evidence-based therapies, tailoring therapy to you and your needs.
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Nez’s engaging and welcoming approach helps to put her clients at ease, and creates a safe space for them to open up and discuss any concerns. Nez provides unconditional support to her clients, guiding them to achieve insight about their concerns at their own desired pace. In this way, her client’s feel heard without judgement, and empowered to make changes in their own time and way. Nez is particularly skilled at helping her clients to improve communication, build trust, and deepen authentic relationship with self and others.
Nez’s engaging and welcoming approach helps to put her clients at ease, and creates a safe space for them to open up and discuss any concerns. Nez provides unconditional support to her clients, guiding them to achieve insight about their concerns at their own desired pace. In this way, her client’s feel heard without judgement, and empowered to make changes in their own time and way. Nez is particularly skilled at helping her clients to improve communication, build trust, and deepen authentic relationship with self and others.
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I am passionate about assisting clients to understand the reasons behind their presenting issues, and help them develop strategies to manage those issues, so that they are better equipped to handle the various things that life can present. I work with children in the areas of school resistance, social skills, or bullying, as well as parenting strategies. I can assist older teenagers and young adults such issues as sexuality, abuse, difficulty with relationships, work related problems and workplace bullying. I work with adults and older adults in older lifestyle areas such as, retirement and health issues such as dementia.
I am passionate about assisting clients to understand the reasons behind their presenting issues, and help them develop strategies to manage those issues, so that they are better equipped to handle the various things that life can present. I work with children in the areas of school resistance, social skills, or bullying, as well as parenting strategies. I can assist older teenagers and young adults such issues as sexuality, abuse, difficulty with relationships, work related problems and workplace bullying. I work with adults and older adults in older lifestyle areas such as, retirement and health issues such as dementia.
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I specialise in the management and treatment of complex trauma, chronic pain, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship/behavioural and academic difficulties .
Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist , I was working as a school psychologist/school teacher and an acupuncturist . I specialise in supporting individuals with behavioural and relationship issues and assist these individuals to reach their full potential. I am also interested in working with individuals suffering from chronic pain and complex trauma especially childhood unresolved issues . I have experienced completing Court reports and assist with Worker or MVA Compensation.
I specialise in the management and treatment of complex trauma, chronic pain, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship/behavioural and academic difficulties .
Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist , I was working as a school psychologist/school teacher and an acupuncturist . I specialise in supporting individuals with behavioural and relationship issues and assist these individuals to reach their full potential. I am also interested in working with individuals suffering from chronic pain and complex trauma especially childhood unresolved issues . I have experienced completing Court reports and assist with Worker or MVA Compensation.
C.G. Jung once said that there were as many therapies as there are clients. This is the truth I shape my therapeutic practice around. We are all individuals and I listen to you in your uniqueness and work with you on what you bring to therapy. We work together in our therapeutic conversations that intrinsically helps you. I work with clients experiencing grief and bereavement, post traumatic stress, sleep problems, smoking, anxiety, stress, creative blocks, chronic pain, fears, gender issues, etc. I have been in private practice since 2009 in both NSW and Fremantle, Western Australia.
C.G. Jung once said that there were as many therapies as there are clients. This is the truth I shape my therapeutic practice around. We are all individuals and I listen to you in your uniqueness and work with you on what you bring to therapy. We work together in our therapeutic conversations that intrinsically helps you. I work with clients experiencing grief and bereavement, post traumatic stress, sleep problems, smoking, anxiety, stress, creative blocks, chronic pain, fears, gender issues, etc. I have been in private practice since 2009 in both NSW and Fremantle, Western Australia.
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Giselle has a holistic, compassionate and client-empowered approach to support clients in enacting lasting change within their lives. An individualised care plan is collaboratively developed with every client to ensure the best therapeutic outcomes. Giselle’s areas of professional interest include: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex-PTSD/Complex Trauma, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, life adjustments and transitions, chronic health and chronic pain conditions and developmental conditions like ADHD. Giselle is an integrative therapist and is trained in a number of evidence-based therapy modalities.
Giselle has a holistic, compassionate and client-empowered approach to support clients in enacting lasting change within their lives. An individualised care plan is collaboratively developed with every client to ensure the best therapeutic outcomes. Giselle’s areas of professional interest include: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex-PTSD/Complex Trauma, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, life adjustments and transitions, chronic health and chronic pain conditions and developmental conditions like ADHD. Giselle is an integrative therapist and is trained in a number of evidence-based therapy modalities.
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I am Cheryl Pratt, an experienced and skilled accredited counsellor. If you are struggling with phobias, fears, addiction, anxiety, trauma or PTSD I can offer you support and tangible solutions to alleviate discomfort and suffering. I use a range of modalities but predominantly I incorporate the evidence based therapy EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) because it produces such positive outcomes for my clients. I have more than 20 years' experience working in schools, addiction treatment centres, mental health settings and private practice. I will work collaboratively with you to achieve the results you desire.
I am Cheryl Pratt, an experienced and skilled accredited counsellor. If you are struggling with phobias, fears, addiction, anxiety, trauma or PTSD I can offer you support and tangible solutions to alleviate discomfort and suffering. I use a range of modalities but predominantly I incorporate the evidence based therapy EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) because it produces such positive outcomes for my clients. I have more than 20 years' experience working in schools, addiction treatment centres, mental health settings and private practice. I will work collaboratively with you to achieve the results you desire.
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Francisca is an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor (over 6 years experience), she provide trauma-informed psychotherapy and counselling for a variety of concerns. Franciscas services address complex trauma, abuse, emotional distress, depression, anxiety, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Francisca also supports individuals navigating significant life events, relationship challenges, and transitions. Francisca can help those struggling to find meaning, purpose, and direction in life. Francisca holds a Masters in Jungian Psychology (obtained in Uruguay) and Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Curtin University)
Francisca is an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor (over 6 years experience), she provide trauma-informed psychotherapy and counselling for a variety of concerns. Franciscas services address complex trauma, abuse, emotional distress, depression, anxiety, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Francisca also supports individuals navigating significant life events, relationship challenges, and transitions. Francisca can help those struggling to find meaning, purpose, and direction in life. Francisca holds a Masters in Jungian Psychology (obtained in Uruguay) and Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Curtin University)
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Bonnie Beazley-Somatic Experiencing & IFS Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Fremantle, WA 6160
I have extensive experience in providing counselling and psychotherapy for people with a broad range of emotional health challenges. I started working with trauma, PTSD and cross-cultural mental health since 2007. I work as a senior counsellor in a non profit sector while offering therapeutic services in my private practice as therapist. My approach is collaborative, social- justice and trauma-informed. I embrace all forms of diversity. I take a holistic, integrative and embodied approach, attending to the connection of mind, body and Self. I adapt the therapeutic modalities to the needs and nature of clients.
I have extensive experience in providing counselling and psychotherapy for people with a broad range of emotional health challenges. I started working with trauma, PTSD and cross-cultural mental health since 2007. I work as a senior counsellor in a non profit sector while offering therapeutic services in my private practice as therapist. My approach is collaborative, social- justice and trauma-informed. I embrace all forms of diversity. I take a holistic, integrative and embodied approach, attending to the connection of mind, body and Self. I adapt the therapeutic modalities to the needs and nature of clients.
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I am an experienced, compassionate, and genuine Clinical Psychologist who offers a wide range of assessment, report writing and counselling services for those over 16 years. I have worked in private practice, forensic settings and as a school psychologist over the years. My approach is warm and friendly and I endeavour to make you feel safe and at ease from the initial session.
I am an experienced, compassionate, and genuine Clinical Psychologist who offers a wide range of assessment, report writing and counselling services for those over 16 years. I have worked in private practice, forensic settings and as a school psychologist over the years. My approach is warm and friendly and I endeavour to make you feel safe and at ease from the initial session.
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At AM Psychology & Counsellor Services we offer you accessible counsellor and psychology services, whether you are struggling with any of the commonly experienced symptoms of depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive behaviours, or some other issue or worry our counselling services offer you the experience and care to help you.
At AM Psychology & Counsellor Services we offer you accessible counsellor and psychology services, whether you are struggling with any of the commonly experienced symptoms of depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive behaviours, or some other issue or worry our counselling services offer you the experience and care to help you.
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Stephanie C Jones
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hilton, WA 6163
My practice, Making Space Psychology, is committed to choice, safety and connection with a strong appreciation of the benefits of nature. Clients are usually in their late teens through adulthood to our elders in the latter stages of life. You may have recognised psychological disorders, relationship, adjustment and self-worth concerns, existential and climate anxiety or trauma, bereavement or medical crises. You may recognise the therapeutic benefits of nature and want to harness it. If you choose to we can walk and talk whilst undertaking therapy. Just sitting in an office talking sometimes just doesn't cut it!
My practice, Making Space Psychology, is committed to choice, safety and connection with a strong appreciation of the benefits of nature. Clients are usually in their late teens through adulthood to our elders in the latter stages of life. You may have recognised psychological disorders, relationship, adjustment and self-worth concerns, existential and climate anxiety or trauma, bereavement or medical crises. You may recognise the therapeutic benefits of nature and want to harness it. If you choose to we can walk and talk whilst undertaking therapy. Just sitting in an office talking sometimes just doesn't cut it!
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Christopher Ladeira
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fremantle, WA 6160
Hey, My name’s Chris. I’m a Clinical Psychologist and Fremantle local. Do you feel like things are off in life? Are you unhappy or unfulfilled with where you’re at? Do you struggle with high stress, a strong inner critic or strained relationships where your needs just don’t seem to be met. Maybe you're finding it tough to adjust to changes or feeling the weight of past experiences that just won't fade. If any of this sounds familiar, maybe I can help.
Hey, My name’s Chris. I’m a Clinical Psychologist and Fremantle local. Do you feel like things are off in life? Are you unhappy or unfulfilled with where you’re at? Do you struggle with high stress, a strong inner critic or strained relationships where your needs just don’t seem to be met. Maybe you're finding it tough to adjust to changes or feeling the weight of past experiences that just won't fade. If any of this sounds familiar, maybe I can help.
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Hi I'm a Clinical Psychologist and offer a kind and warm space where you can find solutions to common life challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and separation. There are always answers to our life challenges and I am both skilled and passionate about assisting you in finding them. I work with adults and adolescents aged 12 years and above. I offer both individual and couples counselling. I work with most issues including eating disorders.
Hi I'm a Clinical Psychologist and offer a kind and warm space where you can find solutions to common life challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and separation. There are always answers to our life challenges and I am both skilled and passionate about assisting you in finding them. I work with adults and adolescents aged 12 years and above. I offer both individual and couples counselling. I work with most issues including eating disorders.
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Linda has over ten years of clinical experience working in mental health services across the public, private and not for profit sectors. Linda’s therapeutic approach is warm, empathic and person centred. She believes that each client is the expert of their own life and provides a safe therapeutic space where she works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve goals, bring about life enhancing positive change and improve social and emotional wellbeing. In addition to working in private practice, Linda works in a local community hospice providing specialised palliative care and bereavement counselling services.
Linda has over ten years of clinical experience working in mental health services across the public, private and not for profit sectors. Linda’s therapeutic approach is warm, empathic and person centred. She believes that each client is the expert of their own life and provides a safe therapeutic space where she works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve goals, bring about life enhancing positive change and improve social and emotional wellbeing. In addition to working in private practice, Linda works in a local community hospice providing specialised palliative care and bereavement counselling services.
Offering assessment for specific learning disorders, cognitive, academic, giftedness, ADHD and autism in both children and adults.
Offering assessment for specific learning disorders, cognitive, academic, giftedness, ADHD and autism in both children and adults.
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Hey there! My name’s Lily. I’m a registered psychologist committed to providing a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental approach to therapy. I appreciate the value of each person’s unique experience and will work collaboratively with you to develop a treatment plan tailored to supporting your needs and goals, to help you create meaningful and lasting change.
Hey there! My name’s Lily. I’m a registered psychologist committed to providing a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental approach to therapy. I appreciate the value of each person’s unique experience and will work collaboratively with you to develop a treatment plan tailored to supporting your needs and goals, to help you create meaningful and lasting change.
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Do emotions sometimes become too painful and overwhelming? Taking that first step to contact someone for help can be very difficult. Establishing a caring therapeutic relationship attuned to individual needs is central to Susanna’s work. As research supports, the therapeutic relationship is the most powerful determinant of a positive outcome in psychotherapy. Susanna encourages her clients to explore and become aware how early experiences shape their present thoughts and behaviours. Gaining a greater understanding of their circumstances, allows for an empowered sense of their ability to create positive change.
Do emotions sometimes become too painful and overwhelming? Taking that first step to contact someone for help can be very difficult. Establishing a caring therapeutic relationship attuned to individual needs is central to Susanna’s work. As research supports, the therapeutic relationship is the most powerful determinant of a positive outcome in psychotherapy. Susanna encourages her clients to explore and become aware how early experiences shape their present thoughts and behaviours. Gaining a greater understanding of their circumstances, allows for an empowered sense of their ability to create positive change.
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Chronic Pain Counsellors
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.