Types of Therapy

Individual Therapy

Educational Services

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy can be provided for children, adolescents and adults.

Alex uses such approaches as CBT, DBT and supportive psychotherapy.

Group Therapy

Educational Services

Individual Therapy

Group therapy is an opportunity for young people to collectively recover in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.

Educational Services

Alexandra can provide advice regarding school based assessments, liaison and cognitive testing.

Due to the current waiting times and priority for therapy services, Alex no longer provides cognitive assessments

What happens in therapy?

If this is your first experience with a psychologist, Alex will help guide you through obtaining information about your background and the reason for your seeking therapy

Some people may feel very anxious either about attending therapy or about talking about particular events, it is important to note that you don’t have to discuss everything in the first session. Therapy is a process that often evolves over time.

It is good to arrive about 15 minutes early for your first appointment so you have plenty of time to find a park and to complete paperwork.

Psychologists use a range of therapy tools and techniques which will be explained to you by Alex during the therapy process. Alex will tailor therapy to suit you or if you are parent/caregiver, Alex will tailor therapy for your child. Homework is a typical part of therapy as working on your goals in between sessions helps speed up your progress towards obtaining goals. Homework can include:

- reading relevant books,

- scheduling in self-care activities,

- completing paper resources

- practicing skills such as meditating

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy is therapy between one person and a therapist.

For child patients, Alex will generally meet with parents and children during an individual session, however, this depends on the age of the child and the presenting concerns.

Group Therapy

Group therapy is generally held in a larger therapy space and can include up to nine participants.

Group Therapy 2021:

Alex has suspended group therapy programs for the current time.

Please contact the Recovery College via EHU reception (3163 6102 for upcoming Group Programs for young adults aged 16-25.

BRAVE - 4:00PM Tuesdays

Ages 14 - 17 years

Social anxiety, activity scheduling, general mental health discussion (including medication and family hurdles)

Diagnoses and treatment experiences

EVOLVE - DBT - 1:00PM Tuesdays

Ages 16 - 25 years

DBT based skills training

Social anxiety, transition to adulthood, general mental health discussions (including medication, relationships, employment and family)

Diagnoses and treatment experiences

Referrals

Referrals for either group or individual therapy can be made via:

GP - your GP can send a mental health plan or other referral to the EHU.
Psychiatrist or Paediatrician - your medical specialist can refer directly to the EHU
Self - without any GP or other professional

Waiting Times

For routine therapy sessions, you can expect a waiting time of approximately 4 weeks. Emergency appointments are made available as needed. Currently Alex's waiting time is beyond two months. If you would like to make a referral, please phone and discusses your concerns with the reception staff.