What should I expect at my first session?
admin2019-06-05T17:41:32+10:00At your first appointment, it is likely that you will be asked to complete some forms. You may need to bring some information with you to the first session so please ask the health practitioner before you arrive. Usually, initial consultations entail exploring the concerns and a comprehensive history taking. Then, treatment and moving forward strategies are discussed.
What is the difference between Counselling, Psychology, and Coaching?
admin2019-06-05T17:27:24+10:00Despite the fact that Counselling, Psychology, Psychotherapy and Life-Wellbeing / Strategic Coaching overlap, there are some main differences. Common elements: • To help people overcome difficulties or problems. • To talk things through. • Discuss possibilities for change. • Explore different points of view. • Relationship of trust and confidentiality. • Facilitate positive change. • Ethics are important. Main differences: • Training, where employed, who they work with, and [...]
What causes stress?
admin2019-07-05T16:49:36+10:00A survey on stress and wellbeing (2015, Australian Psychological Society) showed that a major cause of stress is problems with maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The same survey showed that focusing on the positives, undertaking healthy activities, and seeking support are all important factors that help manage stress and, therefore, wellbeing. Key areas our practitioners address include mood problems, self-esteem concerns, chronic health issues, and lifestyle changes.
What is emotional growth?
admin2019-07-05T16:49:52+10:00Theoretically, emotional growth is about evolving into a sense of ourselves. A simple way to look at it is like physical growth. We know, and can see, ourselves and others growing from a child into an adolescent into an adult and then into age-hood. Emotional development is similar, yet different. As humans, we have evolved with some basic needs that require satisfying for optimal emotional fitness. For example, shelter, [...]
Are my appointments private?
admin2019-06-05T17:44:33+10:00The quality of our service is supported by our commitment to ethical standards and privacy and other legislative provisions. That is why your appointments with any practitioner at Balanced Wellbeing Centre is expected to be private and confidential. Please discuss this with your individual practitioner so they can explain what their obligations are under the Privacy Act or their individual professional associations.