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NSW Registered Nurse - 1973
BA [Psych] MacQuarie University - 1981
M App Psych MacQuarie University - 1995
Grad Dip App Sci [Psych Coaching] Uni Syd - 2003
EMDR I & II, Master Class 2007 - 2007 |
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Alison works in Practice of Health, with other health professionals including a medical doctor specialising in lifestyle change & addictions & a psychometrician & educator; research is another focus of this practice which offers integrated & innovative care. Expertise in chronic care management & preparing Mental Health Care Plans; liaison with GPs & other team members. Groups are offered for patients & also for professional development.
Member of EMDRAA emdraa.org & refer www.emdr.com.au |
I am trained in EMDR which is highly recommended for clients suffering from PTSD and other psychologically distressing symptoms including chronic pain.
Committed to assisting clients to reduce dependence on all substances, especially prescription medications. At Practice of Health we offer psychological and medical support to achieve this. We understand how challenging & difficult it is to achieve change.
Special interest & expertise in working with aged persons & Indigenous Australians
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At Practice of Health our experience in the integrated model of care [psychological, medical, psychosocial] has enabled us to assist patients/clients to achieve their health/personal goals. Medicare funded sessions with Mental Health Nurses ensure extra back-up & support at no extra cost to our patients who require this.
GOALS achieved by our patients include:
Reduced anxiety, depression, stress
Reduced or ceased medication use
Reduced or ceased alcohol &/or other drug use
Return to work |
Solution-focussed; psychosocial emphasis i.e whole life viewpoint.
Expertise in coaching & positive psychology.
NOTE: Practice of Health team includes practitioners with extensive educational, rehabilitation and career counselling expertise. We also offer psychometric testing for IQ and memory enabling us to assist with job change, return to work and monitoring of cognitive function. e.g. memory function and especially improvements when alcohol and other drug use is reduced or ceased. |
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Monday-Friday 9-5
Alternate Saturday afternnoon
Early am or evening by arrangement
Home visits if required and appropriate |
Close to St Leonards Rail Station
Close to Pacific Highway and regular buses
Good parking
In Maroubra I am close to public transport and easy parking |
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Fees to be discussed on application |
cash
cheque
eftpos- debit or credit
bulk bill for medicare if mutually agreed |
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