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Ms Helena Paras

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Ms Helena Paras

Mobile 0402 281 582 Psychologist

Ms Helena Paras

I am child centred and family focussed. I like to work with families holistically to develop emotional resilience, highlight existing strengths, increase connectedness and cohesion, and promote inclusion and child participation. I aim to work collaboratively with my clients, facilitating their journey towards self awareness and fulfillment. I believe a solid and positive therapeutic relationship may facilitate change.

PHONEPRACTICE LOCATIONS

  • 135 Fowler Rd, Illawong, NSW 2234 (02) 9543 7579

Services

  • Counselling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Assessment, Clinical Supervision, Phone Consultations 
  • I work with children, young people, adults and families. I can provide group work and Clinical Supervision to Intern Psychologists. I have experience in working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations and communities (CALD). I provide short term or longer term therapeutic intervention, support and guidance depending on individual needs.

    Areas of Special Interest

  • Anger Related Issues, Anxiety / Panic Attacks, Behavioural Issues, Childhood Issues, Depression, Disability, Family / Parenting, Learning Disabilities, Pain / Rehabilitation, Phobias, Pre-marital Counselling, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Social Skills, Stress Management, Violence 
  • MODALITIES / Approach

    Art Therapy, CBT, Developmental, Marriage and Family, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Solution Oriented

    I use various modalities such as play therapy (including sand tray), narrative therapy, cognitive - behavioural therapy, brief solution focussed and strengths approach.

    ACCREDITATIONS

    • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) - 1993
    • Graduate Certificate in Mediation - 1994
    • Graduate Diploma in Child & Adolescent Psychology - 1995

    Professional Associations

    • Australian Counselling Association
    • Australian Psychological Society
    • International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy

    Quality Provision

    I am bound by the Australia Psychological Society's Code of Conduct and Ethics. I am committed to ongoing professional development and supervision. I provide regular feedback and reviews with my clients to ensure therapy is meeting their needs and expectations.

    Background

    I specialise in the field of child protection given I have worked many years with the Department of Community Services as well as with The Benevolent Society. I am currently a full time School Counsellor. I have also worked with children who have additional needs. I have extensive training and experience in therapeutic approaches with children and young people. Experience in Assessments.

    Appointments

    After 3.30pm Monday - Friday and Weekends.

    Transport and Parking

    Street parking is available.

    Fees

    $110 per session (60 mins)
    Including Initial Consultation
    $192 Psychological Assessment 46-60 mins
    (APS Recommended Rate)
    $192 Report Preparation 46-60 mins
    Groupwork or Clinical Supervision rates to be provided upon referral

    Payment Options

    Medicare bulk billing and Health Care Rebates available.
    EFTPOS, Cash and Cheque accepted.

    Languages

  • English
  • Greek


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    Ms Helena Paras

    Helena Paras

    Psychologist

    I am child centred and family focussed. I like to work with families holistically to develop emotional resilience, highlight existing strengths, increase connectedness and cohesion, and promote inclusion and child participation.

    I aim to work collaboratively with my clients, facilitating their journey towards self awareness and fulfillment. I believe a solid and positive therapeutic relationship may facilitate change.

    • Illawong
    • Art Therapy, CBT, Developmental, Marriage and Family, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Solution Oriented