Adult & Child Mental Health
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Sensational Healing is a mental health care practice that is committed to providing the best possible care for adults and children. We use a variety of evidence-based therapies to treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship problems. Our therapists are highly skilled and experienced, and we work with each client to develop a personalised treatment plan that meets their individual needs and goals.
We are committed to following current best practices in mental health care. This means that we use therapies that have been shown to be effective in research studies, and we regularly update our practices to reflect the latest advances in the field. We take a holistic approach to mental health, which means that we consider all aspects of a client's life, including their physical health, social relationships, and cultural background.
Autism
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Sensational Healing is committed to providing a safe and supportive space for adults and children with autism. We understand that autism is a spectrum disorder, and that every individual with autism is different. That's why we offer a personalized approach to treatment, tailored to the specific needs of each client.
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We offer a variety of services to help adults and children with autism, including:
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Individual therapy: Our therapists can work with clients to develop coping skills, manage emotions, and improve social skills.
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Family therapy: We can work with families of children with autism to help them understand and support their child, and to develop strategies for dealing with the challenges of autism. We can also help families to advocate for their child's needs in school and in the community.
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Educational workshops: We offer educational workshops for parents, teachers, and other professionals who support individuals with autism. Our workshops cover a variety of topics, including autism spectrum disorder, communication strategies, behaviour management, and social skills training.
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We are committed to providing safe and ethical care to all of our clients. Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected, regardless of their diagnosis or background.
ADHD
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can impact many areas of a person's life, including attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. It is one of the most common mental health disorders in children, and it can persist into adulthood.
Therapy can help people with ADHD to develop coping skills, manage their symptoms, and improve their quality of life. There is a variety of therapies that can be helpful for people with ADHD. Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is a type of therapy that can help people with ADHD to identify and change negative thoughts and behaviours. CBT can also be helpful for people with ADHD to develop coping skills and manage their symptoms.
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Other types of therapy that can be helpful for people with ADHD include:
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Parent training: Parent training can help parents to learn how to manage their child's ADHD symptoms and improve their child's behavior at home.
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Social skills training: Social skills training can help people with ADHD to develop the skills they need to interact with others effectively.
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Executive functioning training: These skills help us to plan, organize, and manage our time. Executive functioning training can help people with ADHD to improve their executive functioning skills and improve their performance in school, work and general well being.
Childhood Trauma + cPTSD
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Childhood trauma is any experience that causes a child to feel unsafe, threatened, or overwhelmed. It can include physical or sexual abuse, neglect, emotional abuse, or exposure to violence or other traumatic events.
This trauma can have a profound impact on a child's development and well-being, and it can increase their risk of developing complex post-traumatic stress disorder (cPTSD) in adulthood. cPTSD is a mental health condition that can develop in people who have experienced prolonged or repeated trauma. Symptoms of cPTSD can include:
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Difficulty regulating emotions, such as feeling overwhelming anger, sadness, or fear
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Flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts about the trauma
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Avoiding people, places, or activities that remind them of the trauma
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Negative self-beliefs, such as feeling worthless or ashamed
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Difficulty trusting others
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Problems with relationships and intimacy
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Physical symptoms, such as chronic pain, fatigue, or headaches
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Sensational Healing provides a variety of solutions for helping adults heal from childhood trauma and cPTSD. Our therapists are trained in evidence-based therapies that can help people to:
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Process their trauma and understand its impact on their lives
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Develop coping skills to manage their symptoms
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Build resilience and self-compassion
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Improve their relationships with others
Developmental Delays
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Developmental delays are a common concern for parents, affecting up to 20% of children under the age of 6. They can occur in any area of development, from physical skills to cognitive abilities to social-emotional skills. Developmental delays can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, prenatal problems, birth complications, and environmental factors.
At Sensational Healing, we offer compassionate and effective care for children with developmental delays. We use a best practice approach that is based on the latest research and evidence. We believe in a holistic approach to care, which means that we consider all aspects of the child's life, including their physical health, family environment, and social-emotional development.
Every child is different, so we develop individualised treatment plans that address the specific needs of each child. Our individual therapy sessions are designed to help children develop new skills, improve their existing skills, and learn to manage their symptoms.
We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are committed to helping children with developmental delays achieve their goals and live happy and fulfilling lives.
If you are concerned that your child may have a developmental delay, please contact Sensational Healing today. We can help you to assess your child's development and develop a plan to support your child's growth and development.
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Parenting Support
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Parenting can be challenging, especially for parents of children with developmental delays. Sensational Healing offers a variety of parenting support services to help parents navigate the challenges of parenting and support their child's growth and development.
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We understand that parenting can be difficult, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We believe that every parent deserves to have the support they need to raise a happy and healthy child.
If you are a parent of a child with developmental delays, please contact us. We can help you to get the support you need to be the best parent you can be.
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Here are some specific examples of how Sensational Healing can support parents of children with developmental delays:
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Help parents to understand and manage their child's symptoms.
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Develop strategies for communicating with their child.
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Create a supportive and stimulating home environment for their child.
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Help parents to advocate for their child's needs in school and in the community.
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Provide parents with emotional support and guidance.
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We are committed to helping parents of children with developmental delays to raise happy and healthy children. We believe that every parent deserves to have the support they need to succeed.
Perinatal Support
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The perinatal period is the time before, during, and after pregnancy and childbirth. It can be a time of great joy and excitement, but it can also be a time of stress, anxiety, and depression. Sensational Healing offers a variety of perinatal support services to help women and families navigate the challenges of the perinatal period and transition to parenthood.
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We understand that the perinatal period can be a difficult time, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We believe that every woman and family deserves to have the support they need to have a healthy and happy pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum experience.
Here are some specific examples of how Sensational Healing can support women and families during the perinatal period:
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We can help women to cope with the emotional and physical challenges of pregnancy.
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Assist women to prepare for childbirth and parenting.
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Provide support to women who are experiencing postpartum depression or other challenges.
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Help couples to adjust to the transition to parenthood.
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Provide education and support to women and families who are facing infertility or other challenges related to pregnancy and childbirth.
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We are committed to helping women and families have a positive and healthy perinatal experience. We believe that every woman and family deserves to have the support they need to thrive and be happy.
Psychosexual Therapy​
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At Sensational Healing, we believe that well-being encompasses more than just physical health. It's a vibrant tapestry woven from emotional, mental, and yes, even sexual threads. That's where psychosexual therapy comes in, offering a supportive space to explore and nurture all aspects of intimacy.
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What is it?
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Think of psychosexual therapy as a bridge. It connects physical experiences with emotions and desires, helping you navigate the sometimes-choppy waters of relationships, intimacy, and self-discovery.
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Who is this therapy for?
This journey is for everyone, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or background. Our qualified specialist clinician, Skie, is here to provide compassionate and confidential support in a welcoming space where clients can explore their feelings, learn healthy coping mechanisms, and develop the skills they need to thrive.
Additional clinics for teens
As teenagers navigate their changing bodies, evolving emotions, and developing relationships, they may face questions and concerns about their sexual orientation, gender identity, body image, and relationships. Skie has developed and leads specific courses for teenagers in either a group workshop or individual basis. TEEN SPECIFIC CLINICS VIEW HERE
Support Coordination
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Support coordinators help participants understand and use their NDIS plans to achieve their goals, connecting them with providers like Sensational Healing, other community, mainstream, and government services.
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Sensational Healing takes a bottom-up approach, meeting children where they are developmentally and emotionally. They believe that parents are experts in their children, and that working with parents is essential to achieving the best outcomes.
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Support coordinators and Sensational Healing work together to:
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Assess participant needs and goals, developing a plan to achieve them.
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Connect participants with appropriate Sensational Healing services and supports.
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Coordinate care across providers to ensure a cohesive approach.
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Monitor participant progress and make adjustments to the plan as needed.
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Here are some specific examples of how Sensational Healing and support coordinators can work together to help children and young people:
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A support coordinator can help a child with sensory processing disorder connect with an occupational therapist at Sensational Healing.
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A support coordinator can help a young person experiencing anxiety develop a plan to access mental health services at Sensational Healing, as well as other support services in the community.
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A support coordinator can help a family with a child with a developmental disability connect with a range of services at Sensational Healing, including occupational therapy, speech therapy, and mental health services.
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By working together, support coordinators and Sensational Healing can provide children and young people with the holistic and integrated care they need to thrive.