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Better Access to Mental Health Care.

Focused Psychological Strategies [indiv-group]   

 

as at Dec 2009

FULLY BULK BILLED 

 

Good mental health is fundamental to the wellbeing of individuals, their families, and the whole population. Conversely, mental health problems and mental illness are among the greatest causes of disability, diminished quality of life, and reduced productivity. People affected by mental health problems often have high levels of morbidity and mortality, experiencing poorer general health and higher rates of death from a range of causes, including suicide. These conditions are significant in terms of prevalence and disease burden, and have far-reaching impacts for families, carers and others in the community 

(National Mental Health plan 2003-08).

 

 Focused Psychological Strategies.

- Cognitive Therapy,

- Behaviour Modification,

- Psycho education,

- Imaginal Therapy,

- In-Vivo Exposure Therapy,

 

Mental Health concerns.

- Anxiety, Depression,

- Acute Stress or PTSD.

- Para Suicide, Complicated Grief,

- Non Directive Pregnancy Counselling*

- Neural Tube Birth Defects,

- Oppositional Defiance,

- Conduct Disorder, ADHD,

- Challenging Behaviours.

- Behaviour Assessments,

- Behaviour management plans,

- Social Skills Assessments,

- Parenting skills,

- Anger management,

- Social & Emotional Wellbeing.

- Chronic illness

  

* Different Medicare item 81005- 3 visits per person, per pregnancy. GP referred only.  

 

Why choose a Mental Health Social Worker?

Social work is one of the qualified mental health professional disciplines. Mental health social workers are qualified to work with individuals in complex and difficult social contexts. Social Workers have a breadth of experience working with issues such as depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders, psychosis, suicide, relationships, life crises, adjustment issues, trauma, and family conflicts. 

Social work practice extends from clinical skills in working with individual people with mental health problems, to working with families, groups and communities. Social work training and skills focus on the social context and social consequences, and the treatment of mental illness.

Because of their skills base, social workers are employed in treatment and rehabilitation services across the public, private, and non-government mental health service sectors, including primary care. 

The Australian Association of Social Workers accredits social workers with specialist qualifications and training in mental health to work as service providers in the Medicare Plus and Better Access to Mental Health Care initiatives.

Mental health social workers share a knowledge and skills base with the other allied health professions and provide a range of evidence based and solution focussed interventions.

 

Number of Sessions. 

Under Better Access to mental Health consumers will attend 6 sessions followed by a review by your GP, to which another 6 sessions may be granted to complete your treatment.

 

Referral.

You will need to visit your GP, Paediatrician or Psychiatrist. Dont forget to tell reception staff that you would like Mental Health Plan visit [it is a longer visit].

1. A treatment plan will be discussed.

2. Tell your GP, Paediatrician, Psychiatrist that you would like to see Mark Logan MHSW.

3. Obtain a care plan referral 2710 requesting that you wish to commence counselling with Mark Logan MHSW of AFFECT Consulting. 

 

 

 

Payment.

As at Dec 2009 our service is FULLY BULK BILLED 

 

Don't wait till your psychological ill health, effects your physical health and daily living activities. Call us now and take back control of your life.

 

A Guide To Mental Health Terminology  Victorian Gvnmt Mental health services.

 

Affect Mental Health Brochure.

  

      

What is Reiki?

                                                                                               Rei means Spiritual. Ki means energy.

                                Reiki uses a special form of 'ki' (Japanese for Qi or energy) to rebalance and then charge the body's energy system.

                                Reiki is often described as a relaxation and meditation method that promotes healing.

 

Is Reiki harmful?

                                NO. There are no harmful side effects reported from Reiki healing. In fact Reiki has the ability to accelerate the

                                healing process. After a Reiki treatment you may feel better straight away or a little uneasy, as universal energy

                                tries to restore your natural energy balance. Ex: As wounds to our skin heal it gets a little itchy and uncomfortable,

                                this is when we know that the healing process is taking place. Reiki will start the healing process in the very first

                                session. During the days following your session, your body will continue the healing process. You can help this

                                process by spending at least 10 mins a day sitting quietly in meditation. By the second and third session people often

                                return saying how much better they feel in mind, body and spirit.

 

Before treatment.

                                If you have decided to attend a Reiki session well done. Please spend a few days prior to your session thinking about

                                what areas you feel needs working on. Mind/Emotions, Body/illnesses, Spirit/Life journey.

                                It is good practice to eat and drink healthy prior to coming. Feel free to explore Reiki on the internet or in books.

 

Actual Session.

                                Come in comfortable clothing. Reiki energy can move beyond clothing and jewelry

                                [however no electrical items to be worn]. You are welcome to bring a friend or family member to observe if you wish.

                                On the day of your session we will talk briefly about those areas you have thought about. All you need to do in your

                                Reiki session is come with a little faith that inner peace and harmony will come from your session.

 

 

 

 

Seven Major chakras.

 

How is Reiki channeled?

                                I will move my hands to each major and minor chakra from head to toe. Guided by universal energies, I will either

                                hover over a chakra or gently lay hands on you or your clothing. You will spend your healing time lying down on a

                                well padded Reiki table in meditation. It is often described as a pleasant relaxing time. You may feel some tingling,

                                stomach rumbling, twitches etc. According to many Asian and Eastern cultures, Reiki is channeled from universal energy,

                                in through your crown chakra [top of head] and down through other chakras throughout your body clearing energy blockages.

                                A Reiki treatment enables your energy to flow more freely from one part of your body to the next.

 

 

After treatment.

                                I will sit with you while you regain your awareness. No medical diagnosis is made in Reiki. It is common that emotions

                                or feelings can sometimes shift in the days following a treatment. This is nothing to worry about. Remember this is a sign     

                                that healing on many levels is taking place.

                           History.                           

                            I was born in Melbourne 1970. From a very young age I was universally initiated towards spiritual awareness. I have a diary

                                upon request. I has been a spiritual teacher and guide to many people over past 20 years. Currently I operate a counseling

                                practice 5 days per week. Is soul journey towards enlightenment has taken him to learn Reiki.

 

Lineage.

                                I have been guided by Reiki Master Jeremy O’Carroll www.om-reiki.com.au Jeremy’s Reiki lineage can be directly traced

                                back to Mikao Usui. [Founder Usui Reiki]. I is also a member of Australian Reiki practitioners registering body Australian

                                Reiki Connections.

          Mark's qualifications.

                                2000 BaNursing [LaTrobe Uni] RN Div 1

                                2004 Musubi-Do Martial Arts - Shodan.

                                2007 BaSocial Work [LaTrobe Uni] MHSW, MAASW[Acc]

                                2007 Post Grad Cert- Loss, Grief, Trauma Counselling [Flinders Uni].

                                2010 Advanced level Mediator.

                                2011 Reiki I & II. Usui Reiki Ryoho

                                                

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                                    Postal: PO Box 2, Nth Bendigo 3550

                                    Fax: 0390124289

                                    Mobile: 0439-996008

                                    Email: totality@affectconsulting.com.au

                              www.affectconsulting.com.au/totality

 

Dec 2011 - Jun2012:

 

[Intro talk, Reiki session, Closing talk].

 

Re-energise...$40 - 1/2 hr, Full Reiki...$70 -1 Hr.

available for school fairs / community events at reduced rates.

 

 

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Affect is a term used in the mental health field that means:

 

 1.A pattern of observable behaviour.      2.An outward manifestation of a persons feelings.     3.To influence changes in emotion.

 

 

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