Philosophy & Vision
Philip provides a welcoming and safe environment for individuals seeking to heal from the negative effects of childhood and adult traumas, and to move into lasting personal recovery. As a psychologist and Hakomi/Gestalt trained counsellor and psychotherapist he feels honoured to witness and support the journey of each client; and he is constantly inspired by the resilience of the human spirit.
Background
Philip specialises in the field of Complex Trauma Treatment, Depression and Anxiety, and Addictions. He has worked, trained and supervised professionals in the Counselling and Mental Health Fields since 1990.
Services
Specialist complex trauma recovery.
Quality Provision
Philip is a Member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc, and he received monthly supervision on his practice.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- B.A. Psychology - 1996 - Auckland University NZ
- Post Grad Dip Psychology - 2001 - University of Western Sydney
- Hakomi Integrative Psychology - Graduate - 1999 - Hakomi Institute USA
- Sensorimotor Psychotherapy - Graduate - 2001 - Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute USA
- Trauma Model Therapy - 2002 - The Ross Institute USA
Modalities
Attachment Theory - Compassion-Focused Therapy - Experiential - Gestalt - Hakomi - Inner Child - Internal Family Systems - Mindfulness - Person Centred - Sensorimotor Psychotherapy - Somatic Psychotherapy - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
Philip integrates many different methods into his work including Gestalt Therapy, Hakomi and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Trauma Model Therapy. (Each model supports the therapeutic use of Mindfulness in psychotherapy)
Professional Associations
- Australian Association of Psychologists Inc
Practice Locations
4/29 Louise St
Atherton QLD 4883
Townhall is the closest train station
Light rail (coming 2020)
Parking at QVB
Appointments
By appointment:
Monday - Friday
9am - 6pm
Fees & Insurance
$150 / session Individuals, plus sliding scale for part time workers and the unemployed
(Medicare rebates are available under a Better Access to Mental Health Care plan)
$150 / session Couples
Payment Options
Cash or Card
Contact Philip
Please contact me to make an appointment
A conversation with Philip Hilder
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I became interested in counselling and psychotherapy when I witnessed significant alcohol abuse in rural Australia. That prompted me in 1990 to begin study in alcohol and other drug counselling. I have enjoyed the training and the work ever since.
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A blend of Eastern (Buddhist and Toaist) and Western philosophy.
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I'm interested in supporting people recover from complex traumas and in supporting personal transformation - personal, relational and spiritual.
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I draw from a wide range of methods depending on the needs of my clients. These methods include: Person Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Hakomi Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Trauma Model Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Satir Family Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Therapy.
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I hope that my clients will start to feel progress from the very first meeting and continue their progress throughout the duration of the therapy. I aim to help my client's deal quickly and efficiently with any initial crisis, then gain personal insight and meaning into the nature of their struggles.
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I have always enjoyed the way that therapy has opened my mind to broader human possibilities and freedoms. I feel that therapy is a sacred space where magic can and should happen.
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I enjoy the wide variety of people that I meet in terms of clients and colleagues.
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I cut my hair short with a electric clippers, so apart from the need for a beanie on cold days I generally feel good :)
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I think that the most significant problem that we face in the world today is the lack of care for our mother Earth. I think that this political, and institutional lack of care is having, and will have massive negative effects now and into the future.
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Yes, 'The Sibling Society' and other books by the American author and poet Robert Bly