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Trauma.Traumatic events involve life threatening situations or serious injury that lead to feelings of intense fear, helplessness or horror. They include physical or sexual assault, natural disaster, war or a serious accident. Unfortunately, traumatic experiences are common. As many as 65% of Australians have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lives. Most people exposed to a traumatic event experience strong feelings such as fear, sadness, guilt and anger in the first days and weeks following the event. The majority recover without professional assistance and get back to their normal lives with the support of family and friends. However, if someone continues to feel distressed beyond the first couple of weeks and is unable to cope at work or at home, he or she may be experiencing Acute Stress Disorder or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder .
Getting help in the first days and weeks following the Traumatic event. There is no standard recipe for how people cope with trauma. What is important is that you are supported in doing what you need to do in order to get through this experience. Practical information and support is the best way to start. If you seek professional support during the first two weeks, it is likely that your counsellor will address your immediate needs and help you cope with your distress. This approach is sometimes referred to as psychological first aid.
For example, if you were in a severe car accident, your practitioner might: • make sure that you feel safe • encourage you to ask for help from family and friends • inform you about the right pain relief • inform you about possible emotional reactions to traumatic events • offer gentle encouragement and support to get back into a car
Immediately following a traumatic event.
Info courtesy of Australian Centre for Postraumatic Mental Health
If things don’t improve after two weeks and your GP or counsellor believes that you have ASD or PTSD, there are effective treatments available. Most involve psychological treatment but medication can also be prescribed. Generally, it is recommended that you start with psychological treatment rather than use medication as your first and only solution to the problem. It is important to discuss these options with your GP & counsellor to determine what is best for your individual circumstances.
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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 thehealing 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.auwww.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.
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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