Non Directive Pregnancy Counselling.

as at Dec 2009

FULLY BULK BILLED

The Pregnancy Support Counselling initiative commenced on 1st Nov 2006. It provides for Medicare benefits item 81005 to be paid for non-directive pregnancy support counselling services provided to women [and their partners], who are concerned about a current pregnancy, or a pregnancy that occurred in the preceding 12 months.

Number of Sessions.

Medicare benefits are available for up to three (3) non-directive pregnancy support counselling sessions per patient, per pregnancy. Further sessions are available at our standard fee.

Partner.

Partners of eligible patients may attend each or any counselling session. There is no change in medicare fee.

Pregnancy related issues.

Women [and partners] who present for non-directive pregnancy counselling may be concerned with a large range of issues

related to the impact a pregnancy will have and pregnancy options, Some issues could include:

* working or financial circumstances,

* social or relationship difficulties,

* personal, cultural values,

* emotional factors.

* pregnancy decision making.

During a pregnancy.

Identification, exploration, and discussion of the issues relevant to the pregnant woman (and her partner) aims to help the woman to make decisions concerning her pregnancy in an informed and emotionally healthy way that achieves an outcome that is right for her.

After a pregnancy.

Women who are receiving non-directive pregnancy counselling for a previous

pregnancy in the past 12 months could also benefit from Reflective and Respectful non-directive counselling. Although the areas of

concern for those women might not be the same as currently pregnant women, there could be emotional factors that need support and possible discussion about concerns for future pregnancies.

Limitations of pregnancy counselling support.

Use of non-directive counselling can help a woman make pregnancy-related decisions that will reduce the potential for severe and dysfunctional negative emotions and behaviours in the future. However, if it becomes evident that the woman is suffering from a severe mental illness then they will be referred back to their GP to ensure adequate treatment of the problem (ex: referral to a mental health professional - such as our service).

Referral

You will need to obtain a referral from your GP requesting that you are seeking Non Directive Pregnancy Counselling with Mark Logan of AFFECT Consulting.

Payment.

As at Dec 2009 our service is FULLY BULK BILLED

About Mark

Mark is the pregnancy social worker -counsellor for Affect Consulting. Mark has many years of personal and professional experience in this field.

Mark is a father of 7 children [3 have Neural Tube Defects; Spina Bifida- 2 surviving]. Mark has also worked in paediatrics RCH Melb, Sunshine, Bendigo, and he still works with children and families both as a registered nurse and private practice clinical social worker - counsellor. Mark has assisted many families that have faced tough family pregnancy related issues or concerns in their lives. If you want someone with personal experience as well as professional training.

Contact Mark at AFFECT Consulting now.

Please visit the Spina Bifida Page of our web.

Affect Pregnancy 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

Long Gully Neighbourhood Centre.

2 Humbolt Dve, Long Gully, Bendigo 3550

Wedesdays

85 Wills St Bendigo.

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:

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Last updated 5.12.2011 HG