Anina (Anna) Simonis
My passion is to improve the functioning, wellbeing and quality of children, young people and their family’s lives.
Psychologists
Ethan Luxton
I like to take a person- rather than problem-centered approach, getting to know not only why someone has presented to therapy but also their world, the people in it, and what they value. I believe the best place from which to begin growth in therapy is one where you feel heard, understood, and safe to openly pose any questions or concerns.
Gabriella (Gabbie) Petta
I hope to work with my clients to create a safe and friendly therapeutic space that allows navigation of themes that may be limiting and exploration of different ways to move towards less suffering and greater growth.
Krystina Hayward
I am a clinician who is genuinely committed to remaining present and providing clients with a safe, non-judgmental opportunity to connect and address the barriers preventing them from accessing pathways towards living a meaningful life.
Mathew Walczak
I believe that change can only happen through collaboration and honesty with other people and with all parts of ourselves. I strive to create a space where people feel safe to be their authentic self and are motivated to take action towards achieving their goals even in the face of uncomfortable emotions.
Roberto Parraga-Martin
I am experienced in working with complex psychological difficulties. I provide clients with a space where they can feel safe and can work in ways that they do not need to share sensitive details of their lives if they do not wish to do so.
Toni Paolino
I provide a safe, gentle, and empathic space for clients to explore and share their story while supporting a journey of discovery to improve mental health and wellbeing.
Supporting resources
What role do emotions and memory play in ADHD?
Our ability to control our reactions and manage our emotions can be challenging on any given day, let alone trying to remember everything on our to-do list as well. For those who are neurodivergent, managing how we feel and retain information can be challenging as our main ‘management system’ in charge of memory and emotions may function differently. In this article, we will begin to understand why this may be occurring and explore ways to cope and navigate life’s challenges with a little more ease.
Embracing Mindfulness to Soothe Anxiety
Mindfulness is a practice of paying attention to the present moment with openness and curiosity. It can help reduce anxiety and depression by breaking the cycle of negative thoughts and emotions, enhancing self-awareness and acceptance, and improving coping skills and resilience. In this article you will learn more about strategies to integrate mindfulness into your life.
Understanding Acute Stress
Acute stress is a heightened stress response following an event that places immediate and unexpected demands on a person’s psychological functioning. Recognising the initial symptoms and discovering strategies to cope with an acute stress reaction can help alleviate these symptoms over time, preventing them from escalating into Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. In this article, we will explore how acute stress differs from chronic stress and post-traumatic stress to help you identify and manage an acute stress response.
Please note: Psychologists primarily use therapy and behavioural interventions to help individuals cope with emotional and psychological issues. They do not prescribe medications.
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