Key therapeutic approaches

Cognitive-behavioural therapy This is a focused and short-term approach that is used to manage specific difficulties. It is based on understanding the specific thoughts and feelings that influence behaviour. This technique is useful in managing specific fears and phobias, anxiety and depression. Cognitive-behavioural therapy relies on implementing strategies and techniques to enhance functioning.

Acceptance and commitment therapy This therapy is based on the core premise of accepting what cannot be changed in our lives and then choosing to commit to action that enhances our ability to live full and meaningful lives. As a therapeutic modality, it provides useful mindful techniques on how to manage difficult thoughts and feelings while maintaining more control. It also helps to establish core values and what is important in living life fully.

Client-centred psychology This psychology is based on absolute positive regard for the client, which establishes a safe, trusting and non-judgmental relationship between client and practitioner. It adopts the approach that each client has vast resources within that can be tapped into with a facilitative approach from a therapist to help reach a full and meaningful life.

Mindfulness training Mindfulness-based therapy offers a practical set of evidence-based techniques to address a range of psychological disorders and general stress conditions. Mindfulness allows us to experience each event in the present moment within our body and mind with a non-judgmental, non-reactive and accepting attitude.

We offer classes and workshops for individuals and

groups throughout the year on topics related to living a full and meaningful life. Our monthly newsletter will keep

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AN INTEGRATED PSYCHOLOGY AND WELLNESS CENTRE

Suite 8, 875 Glen Huntly Road, Caulfield tel (03) 9034 3380

www.centre4inspiration.com.au

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Fees and referrals Centre 4 Inspiration psychology fees are guided by the fee structure recommended by the Australian Psychological Society. Clients do not need a referral to see a psychologist at Centre 4 Inspiration, but a Medicare rebate may be applicable if a client has a referral from a GP, psychiatrist or paediatrician. Clients need to be assessed by a medical professional under the Better Access to Mental Health Care scheme and given a Mental Health Care Plan to bring to the first session. The Medicare rebate may be claimed for up to 10 psychology-based sessions in a calendar year, with a GP review required after six sessions.

We offer clients weekday, after hours and Saturday morning appointments.

Mindfulness courses

Centre 4 Inspiration also offers six-session courses in practical mindfulness training for everyday living. Each class is of 1.5-hour duration. Courses are scheduled throughout the year, with a choice of weekday mornings and evenings and Saturday mornings classes. An advanced mindfulness course and a mindfulness course for children are in development. Our mindfulness courses are eligible for a Medicare rebate as part of a Mental Health Care Plan (mindfulness classes are in addition to psychology sessions).

integrated psychology

services

A full suite of therapeutic approaches with a focus on mindfulness, positive psychology and cognitive and behavioural strategies

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Inspiring ways to wellness

Centre 4 Inspiration bases its approach strongly in cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. All psychologists at Centre 4 Inspiration are members of the Australian Psychological Society.

At Centre 4 Inspiration, we follow a client-centred approach and work creatively with children, adolescents and adults to build strengths, strategies and tools. Our integrated psychology services facilitate development, growth and wellbeing for individuals, couples, families and other groups.

As an integrated psychology and wellness practice, Centre 4 Inspiration is also home to a full range of complementary expressive therapies. These include guided meditation, relaxation, massage, visualisation, reiki, kinesiology, hypnotherapy, yoga, play therapy, sand therapy and art therapy.

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Adam Higginson MA Psych (Sports)

Psychologist

Adam completed an undergraduate degree in natural sciences before completing his Masters in applied psychology. He has a background in social work.

➤ Mindfulness ➤ Performance anxiety ➤

Stress management ➤ Social fears ➤ Self-esteem ➤

Motivation ➤ Concentration ➤ Body-image concerns ➤

Injury rehabilitation ➤ Career transitions ➤ Balancing sport and study ➤ Employment issues ➤ Family concernsAdam works with children, adolescents and adults. He has a client-centred approach and draws on theories and knowledge from interpersonal neuroscience, cognitive therapies and mindfulness-based therapies.

Daelle Fainstein M. Ed (Ed Psych)

Psychologist, remedial therapist

Daelle works with children, adolescents and their families, with a particular interest in child and adolescent psychology and assessment. She also sees adults for parent education and coaching and young adults for adjustment difficulties.

➤ Social skills ➤ Self-esteem ➤ Anger management ➤ Anxiety ➤ Low mood ➤ Changes in eating, sleeping, toileting or hygiene➤ School readiness ➤ School refusal ➤ Learning difficultiesDaelle uses an integrative approach, incorporating cognitive behavioural therapy, systemic, interpersonal, narrative and psychodynamic techniques.

Elise Wald MA Psych (Health)

Clinical psychologist, Centre 4 Inspiration founder and director

Elise’s specialist interests are chronic health conditions and sleep disorders. She focuses from a positive, solution-focused psychology viewpoint.

➤ Mindfulness ➤ Sleep psychology ➤ Behaviour change ➤ Chronic illness adjustment and compliance ➤ Anxiety ➤ Depression ➤ Self-esteem ➤ Attention deficit

Elise facilitates organisational training relating to self-care, change behaviour and stress management. She also runs workshops for practitioners in influencing behaviour change in chronic illness, persistent mental health issues and mindfulness training. Elise is interested in the field of mindfulness and has developed group classes in the techniques of mindfulness for practical, everyday living.

Casey O’Brien BSc, BA (Hons), MSc, Counselling

Psychology Honorary Fellow, The University of Melbourne

Psychologist

Casey has extensive experience in navigating life-stage transitions. She sees adolescents, adults, couples and families and loves to work creatively with adolescents using dreams, miniatures, imagery and technology.

➤ Acute and chronic illness ➤ Pain management ➤ Carer burden ➤ End of life issues ➤ Depression ➤ Anxiety ➤ Relationship difficulties ➤ Body image ➤ Motivation ➤ Behavioural change ➤ Grief and loss ➤ TraumaCasey has an integrative approach to counselling and psycho-therapy and draws on mindfulness, relaxation, motivational, behavioural and emotion-focused therapies to facilitate change. She has local and international research experience.

Dr Smadar Shalev PhD Clinical Psych

Clinical psychologist

Smadar specialises in relationship therapy, couple counselling and family counselling. Her work has had a particular focus on parenting strategies and coping skills.

➤ Self-esteem issues ➤ Assertiveness training ➤ Sleep problems ➤ Relaxation ➤ Work-related stress ➤ Anxiety ➤ Depression ➤ Panic attacks ➤ Trauma ➤ Drug and alcohol issues ➤ Obsessive-compulsive disorder Smadar uses a range of therapeutic approaches, including mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing and psychodynamic-oriented therapies.

Harpreet Kaur MA Psych (Education & Development), Grd Dip Clinical Psych

Psychologist

Harpreet collaborates with families, GPs and the school sector in providing early intervention treatment for developmental disorders in children and adolescents.

➤ Childhood anxiety and depression ➤ Adolescent self-harm ➤ Child-parent family issues ➤ School transition ➤ Trauma/PTSD ➤ Intellectual and learning disabilities ➤ ADHD and other behavioural disorders ➤ Social skills for autism

Harpreet has developed and run evidence-based mental health and life skills programs for children and adolescents. She also runs training workshops in childhood mental health first aid for schools and professionals in the wider community.