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GET YOUR LIFE BACK ON TRACK!
I have been a psychotherapist and counsellor for many years and have helped people from all of walks of life, with all sorts of challenges, to get their life back on track. I look forward to meeting you at my practice in Crows Nest.
“Ginny has enabled me to reassess my priorities, take control of my thoughts and learn how to cope with my anxiety day to day. With a little less worry in my life, a big weight has come off my shoulders!”
Kate.
SERVICES
HOW I CAN HELP YOU
Welcome to Bounce Back 4 Life.
Whatever your challenge in life, take comfort in the knowledge that many thousands before you have faced and conquered the same problem. This is where I can help you as I work with issues in:
Relationships
Depression (incl. post natal)
Family separation & Divorce
Parenting and step-parent dynamics
Challenging child and adolescent behavior
Self-esteem
Anxiety
Fears or phobias
Grief, loss or deep sadness
Stress, exhaustion and general unhappiness
MY PERSONAL DETAILS
I hold a Bachelor Degree in Psychotherapy, Counseling and Human Change. Whilst my academic background is obviously important, I strongly believe that it is my own personal journey that offers my clients the greatest value.
I am a single working mother with a teenage son. Since my divorce I have learnt to adapt to my changing circumstances. The learning’s along the way have not been easy, but it is my first hand experience at such hardships that has equipped me with the knowledge and compassion to help others. The same has held true with my partner, with whom I have been able to learn from our past experiences to develop an incredibly loving and respectful relationship.
I have a passion for working with both adults and adolescents who are going through tough times. For me, psychotherapy and counseling is more than a job, it is a calling.
The truth is that you will only bring change in your life by addressing the issues, problems or fears that are bothering you. My role and purpose is to be there to support you through your journey and help you when you encounter difficulties, help you make sense of the obstacles so you can find your way to the light at the end of the tunnel.
My training as a qualified psychotherapist and counselor and my background as a single mother, has equipped me with the experience, fortitude and patience to help you find the solutions you need to take back your life and enjoy a better quality of life. Don’t take my word for it; below are a few comments from some of the people that I have entrusted me to help them:
"Thank you for your time spent with Alex. Alex really enjoyed sand play. It was great to see how effective this was in helping him overcome his fears and return to a normal routine in such a short time. He enjoyed talking about his sessions with his father and explaining which characters he had chosen and why.
It was reassuring to watch him communicate his feelings in safe and enjoyable environment. Given his age, it was at times surprising how well he was able to expresss feelings. He benefited greatly from his sessions with you. Thank you."
Mellanie.
Working together, you will be able to:
… be in control of your life
and handle stress better and get more out of life;
… be a better, calmer and more loving parent
and know how to handle challenging child or adolescent behavior;
… have a special and fulfilling relationship that lasts a lifetime
and share the love and respect you and your partner deserve;
… be more confident and feel more empowered
and find direction in your life;
… overcome the loss of a loved one
and find the drive to live life to the full;
… get through separation and divorce
and get your life back on track.
Personalized Therapies to meet your Needs
Whether working with individual or family therapy, relationship counseling, therapy for children, adolescents or corporate professionals, I use a wide variety of well established tools, methodologies and techniques to help you uncover, face and overcome your problems.
My varied experience in different therapies permits me to tailor my approach, style and tools appropriately to your needs and within your budget and time pressures.
This customized approach provides the best environment to deliver the best outcomes for you.
SANDPLAY THERAPY
I wanted to highlight one particular service I specialize in as it is very special and has a very high success rate.
Sandplay therapy is a highly effective and fun way for you to explore the challenges you are facing. Using a combination of a special sand box, water and miniature figures and toys, adults, teens and children alike have the chance to communicate visually your deepest thoughts and feelings and bring meaning and understanding to an issue or pattern of behavior that is bothering you.
This creative environment opens the door for exploring possible solutions and treatments in a fun and non-confrontational way. So whether you’re a corporate professional facing extreme levels of stress, someone facing the rigors of a marriage break-up, have young children in the midst of a messy divorce or a teenager with anger, drug or alcohol addictions, you’ll be surprised by what this exercise uncovers.
“I was blown away by how effective sand play is. Listening to my two young girls eagerly explain the scene and story that they had created in the sand, was the most amazing therapy I have ever seen. Each of my daughters expressed their inner most feelings and fears but in such a comfortable and natural way that we were able to better understand what was bothering them and how we could help them. Both girls couldn’t wait to go back again and now they look forward to each session as do I.”
Richard – father of two young clients (aged 5 and 10)
“Sandplay is simply amazing. It’s so clever. You don’t even realize that by simply playing with toys and figurines in the sand that you are actually expressing what’s bothering you.”
Jane, parent and client
“I love sandplay. It’s such fun. It’s just nice talking about things.”
Samantha – client aged 10
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
The others things I do or have done outside of Bounce Back 4 Life:
South Pacific Private Hospital (Current)
Night Therapist assisting with the care of resident patients with addictions, mental diseases, mood, eating or relationship issues.
Young Love Foundation (Current)
Working as a mentor and program counselor to support ‘at risk’ adolescents in Northern Beaches Schools, with particular responsibility for Mosman High School
Northside Clinic (2009)
Assisting with the Day Program for Drug and Alcohol related issues, as well as for the treatment of mood disorders, post traumatic stress, depression and anxiety disorders.
Macarthur Adventist College (2008)
School counselor for primary and secondary school students and teachers.
Sister-to-Sister Mentoring Program (2008)
‘Big Sister’ mentor and counselor for ‘at risk’ disadvantaged teenage girls
I hope to have the opportunity to support and help you on your journey to finding happiness.
Our Terms & Conditions are:
Sessions by appointment only.
Payment by cash or cheque (made out to Bounceback4life) only.
Our Cancelation Policy 48 hours notice prior to an appointment needs to be given to avoid 50% cancellation fee.
Session duration: is 60 minutes.
Counselling, Psychotherapy
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