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About
Carolyn Thompson
Carolyn has a keen interest in mental health issues relating to pregnancy and early parenthood, adult trauma, and individual and couples work. Carolyn has worked with individuals and couples to assess and treat a broad range of presenting problems such as grief and loss, anxiety and depression, trauma, stress, transitions, interpersonal conflict, anger and behavioural issues. She utilises a number of evidenced-based therapeutic techniques including but not limited to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centred Solution-Focused Therapies and Mindfulness. Carolyn is dedicated to working collaboratively to assist her clients to develop healthy perceptions, strengthen relationships and improve their wellbeing.
Carolyn’s professional background includes twenty plus years working as an Integrated Family Services Worker, and Generalist Counselling. She also assisted in the development and service delivery of the Enhanced Maternity Care Program at Echuca Regional Health. She has worked at The Family Relationship Institute (Relatewell) for the past two years.
The overall length of time taken for Individual Therapy varies widely. First sessions are effectively information gathering in order for your psychologist to determine a course of treatment. Individual therapy is a collaborative process where the client determines the therapeutic content, direction and pace with the aim of developing improved personal wellbeing.
The goals of couples therapy varies considerably. The focus of therapy may include premarital counselling, transitional periods such as early parenting, and conflict resolution through to preparation for and management of separation or divorce. The aim of Couples Therapy is to maintain the integrity of systems within the relationship to facilitate effective interpersonal relating.
When commencing Child Therapy the primary focus is on establishing a warm, safe, engaging relationship with the child to reduce their sense of vulnerability and to promote trust. This is achieved through play and child focused activities. Child Therapy provides the opportunity for meaningful development in learning, social skills, emotional regulation and behavioral management.
Articles about Psychology
Cognitive Factors that Maintain Social Anxiety Disorder: a Comprehensive Model and its Treatment Implications
Adult attachment, sexual satisfaction, and relationship satisfaction: A study of married couples
