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Professional Therapists HELPING YOU WITH YOUR MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING APPOINTMENT REFERRAL Bloom Psychology INFINITELY BLOOMING Bloom Psychology is a boutique psychology practice specialising in helping individuals to improve their mental health and well-being through therapy and assessment. READ MORE SERVICES Providing therapy, assessments and supervision services. THERAPY Bloom Psychologists have a combined 20+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. READ MORE ASSESSMENT Our experienced team of registered psychologists offers assessment and intervention for a range of conditions, ensuring that you receive the most appropriate treatment for your specific needs. READ MORE SUPERVISION Our supervision services are designed to help professionals continue to increase their skills, which in turn, increases treatment effectiveness, client retention, and staff satisfaction. READ MORE No one can do your inner work for you. That doesn’t mean you need to do it alone. BLOOM PSYCHOLOGY About About Us 20+ years of combined experience. With 20 + years combine experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, Bloom Psychology offers face to face (Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba and surrounds) and an online/telehealth therapy , assessments , and supervision services. We understand there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and that seeking help can feel like a difficult process. We are passionate about understanding your unique needs, paired with high-quality psychological practices to work towards your goals for change, improvement, and infinite blooming. Read More Meet the Team We are passionate about understanding your unique needs, paired with high-quality psychological practices to work towards your goals for change, improvement and infinite blooming. Clinical Psychologist KARA HOCKEY Kara is a psychologist with 10 years of experience in clinical practice and has worked with clients managing complex mental health needs. ​ Read More Registered Psychologist JACLYN POTTS Jaclyn is a Registered Psychologist with over ten years of experience working in various mental health settings. ​ Read More ​ Registered Psychologist HARMONY JAMES As a psychologist, working in the Ipswich region, Harmony is interested in working alongside school-aged patients. ​ Read More ​ Registered Psychologist SAMARA THOMPSON As a psychologist, Samara specialises in working with children, adolescents, and their families. ​ Read More ​ Registered Psychologist DEAN POLISENA ​ Dean enjoys working with a diverse range of clinical presentations. Read More Provisional Psychologist NICOLE PENDALL Nicole is a provisional psychologist with experience in both therapy and asessment. ​ ​ Read More Registered Psychologist KELLIE WOODGATE Kellie is a warm, compassionate Psychologist who enjoys working with adult clients. ​ Read More ​ Distance is not an barrier. Online and face-to-face sessions available. BOOK NOW THERAPIES Working with you and your specific needs. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (MCBT) Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Subscribe to Our Newsletter Enter your email here Sign Up Thanks for submitting!

About Bloom Psychology and Assessment Bloom Psychology and Assessment was founded by Psychologist, Jaclyn Potts and Clinical Psychologist, Kara Hockey, who have a combined 20+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Bloom Psychology is a face to face (Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba and surrounds) and an online/telehealth-based psychology practice that provides therapy, assessments, and supervision services. At Bloom Psychology we are passionate about developing provisional psychologists & skill sets through supervision and providing high-quality, evidence-based services to help our supervise and professionals grow and thrive. Our supervision services are designed to help professionals continue to increase their skills, which in turn increases treatment effectiveness, client retention, and staff satisfaction. Our experienced team of psychologists offer assessment and intervention for a range of conditions, ensuring that you receive the most appropriate treatment for your specific needs. We also provide private therapy services to help individuals overcome personal challenges and improve their mental health. We understand there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and that seeking help can feel like a difficult process. We are passionate about understanding your unique needs, paired with high-quality psychological practices to work towards your goals for change, improvement, and infinite blooming. Our team Jaclyn Potts Registered Psychologist Sessions available: Online Face to face BOOK NOW Jaclyn Potts is a Registered Psychologist with over ten years of experience working in various mental health settings. She has also completed her postgraduate studies in the Masters in Professional Psychological Services (MPPS) program. Jaclyn is experienced in the delivery of psychological assessments, structured complex case management, crisis interventions and a range of longer-term psycho-social interventions such as D.B.T, C.B.T, A.C.T, mindfulness therapy, motivational interviewing, grief and loss counselling and relapse prevention. Her work experience has included working in Occupational Rehabilitation with adults 18 years and over who have suffered workplace injuries and Life Insurance Claimants who were unable to work. This component of Jaclyn’s career started as a consultant and after demonstrating a history of astute technical and strategic knowledge teamed with a passion for leading with integrity and zest, she advanced from consultant to senior consultant, team leader, life insurance specialist and National Manager of Life Insurance which culminated into the role of National Psychological Health and Well-Being within Rehab Management, a national and award-winning rehabilitation company with over 500 staff. Jaclyn is also a STAP trained and AHPRA registered supervisor and an Accredited Mental Health First Aid Instructor and has further widened her skill set in the role of School Psychologist at a local school and now works predominantly with people who have experience trauma and women in the perinatal stages. She is trained in a range of therapeutic modalities including; Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TI-CBT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement and Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Motivational Interviewing Her background has allowed her to have skills and special interests in: Complex and developmental trauma PTSD ADHD Perinatal care of women Trauma informed care and practice Anxiety Depression Attachment Clinical supervision Jaclyn is approved to provide psychological services with WorkCover (many Australian States and Territories, NDIS and Open Arms). Jaclyn is registered to provide principal and secondary supervision for the 5 + 1 and 4 + 2 registration pathways as a Board Approved Supervisor and also provides clinical supervision for professionals. Kara Hockey Clinical Psychologist Sessions available: Online Face to face BOOK NOW Kara is a psychologist with 10 years of experience in clinical practice and has worked with clients managing complex mental health needs including: workplace stress, motivational deficits, limited vocational direction, relationship concerns, substance use (AOD addictions), adjustment and transition concerns, emotional dysregulation and diagnosed mental health disorders (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, the spectrum of Depression and Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Substance Use Disorders, Adjustment Disorder, Personality Disorders, and Eating Disorders. Kara typically practices from a Cognitive Behavioural Framework (CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, and CBT-E), however is proficient in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and therapy relating to eating disorders. In addition, Kara has demonstrated experience in working with clients who are at risk of suicide, self-harm and harm towards others and has effectively navigated many challenging ethical dilemmas due to the nature of her work roles. Kara has a range of assessment experience, exploring concerns relating to Autism, ADHD, Learning difficulties, Vocational Concerns, Employability, Career Development, Mental Health, Personality Factors and Eating-disordered concerns. Samara Thompson Registered Psychologist Sessions available: Online Within 4 weeks BOOK NOW As a psychologist, Samara specialises in working with children, adolescents, and their families. She employs a comprehensive, evidence-based approach, drawing from her expertise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to assist young individuals in reaching their therapeutic objectives. Samara adopts a holistic therapeutic approach, emphasising compassionate and empowering care to support her clients effectively. Samara is available to see clients via Telehealth and can see patients within four weeks. Below are some presentations that samara has expertise in: · · ADHD/Autism · Depression · Parenting support · School Issues including school refusal · Anxiety including panic attacks, phobias, and fears · Coping and emotional resiliency skills · Social and communication skills · Self-harming and suicide behaviours · Low self-esteem and low confidence · LGBTQ Dean Polisena Registered Psychologist Sessions available: Online Within 4 weeks BOOK NOW Dean is a registered psychologist who has worked in both private and public clinical psychology settings. Dean enjoys working with a diverse range of clinical presentations including post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders, Dean has experience working with Australian veterans and their families and focuses on providing a supportive non-judgmental environment for his clients. Prior to full-time clinical practice, Dean published research in the field of internet gaming disorder with the University of Adelaide. Dean utilizes evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Motivational interviewing. Dean adopts a biopsychosocial model of care and understands the social and behavioural factors that play a role in our overall mental health. Outside of work, Dean enjoys playing and watching tennis with friends while supporting the Adelaide Crows in the Australian football league. Dean is available to see clients via Telehealth and has the capacity to see patients within four weeks. · ADHD · Depression · PTSD and trauma · Gambling addictions Assertiveness training · Anxiety including panic attacks, phobias, and fears · Coping and emotional resiliency skills · Social and communication skills · workplace stress and burnout · Low self-esteem and low confidence Harmony James Registered Psychologist Sessions available: Online Within 4 weeks BOOK NOW Harmony operates within the Ipswich area and has worked in suicide prevention with a Not for Profit organisation, with State Government organisations conducting risk assessments, psychological interventions, and supporting persons living with significant mental health challenges. She also has experience in Private Practice supporting clients across all ages and genders and with a variety of presentations including anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, pain conditions, neurodivergence and functional impairments. Harmony holds a special interest in grief and loss, and aligns best with the values based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach to her practice, along with the primary approach of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). She has a genuine interest in people, loves to notice and identify a person’s individual strengths and comes across as authentic and practical. Harmony uses the experience she has gained to hold hope for those finding themselves stuck, lost or overwhelmed with their own unique and personal challenges. She loves to learn and grow; when an unfamiliar presentation presents, she will rapidly familiarise herself with the current, scientifically supported literature to use while working with the client as they address their difficulties and make decisions on how best to move forward. ​ Harmony has a special interest in working with school aged clients. Kellie Woodgate Registered Psychologist Sessions available: Online Within 4 weeks BOOK NOW Kellie is a warm, compassionate psychologist who enjoys working with adult clients. With a holistic approach at the core of her practice, Kellie takes care to foster a genuine understanding of clients' needs, values, and unique life experiences to support their journey toward self-discovery and to empower individuals to reach their full potential. Kellie engages with warmth and sensitivity, while encouraging self-examination, self-acceptance, and growth that supports individuals to live with meaning and purpose. Kellie has experience across private practice and occupational therapeutic settings, using an integrative, evidence-based approach. She draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).Kellie is also skilled in delivering a diverse range of high-quality psychological assessments and reports. This provides a comprehensive and accurate picture of individual strengths and challenges rela ting to Autism, ADHD, Learning difficulties, Vocational concerns, Career Development, Mental Health and Personality Factors. Kellie is available to see clients via Telehealth (or face to face for assessments), and works with people experiencing: · Anxiety · Depression · Workplace concerns - stress and burnout, interpersonal difficulties · Difficulties adjusting to life changes · Grief and loss · Nicole Pendell Provisional Psychologist Sessions available: Online Within 4 weeks BOOK NOW Nicole is a provisional psychologist with experience in both therapy and assessment. She utilises evidence based therapeutic approaches and has experience in administering, interpreting and providing feedback for both cognitive and academic assessments. Nicole has a passion for supporting the emotional and psychological wellbeing of all her clients and emphasises the importance of rapport to enable her clients to reach their goals. She is particularly passionate about providing comprehensive assessment to support individuals to achieve their full potential. Nicole is available to see clients via Telehealth and can see patients within four weeks. ​ Courtney Reich Administrative Assistant CONTACT US Courtney is an experienced administrative assistant with nearly 8 years of experience in the medical receptionist industry. She has worked in GP practices and specialist offices, gaining valuable experience in the field. At Bloom Psychology, Courtney’s management skills ensure the practice runs smoothly and efficiently. She will gladly assist you with her strong organisational skills and attention to detail. You will find her pottering in the veggie garden and running around after her little people when out of the office. THERAPIES Working with you and your specific needs. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (MCBT) Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Join us on our mission If you want a workplace that supports both your professional and personal growth and is actively working to prevent clinician burnout in the industry, then apply to join our team today! There are a wide variety of roles on offer as we expand to reach more people that need our help.” CONTACT US

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Assessment APPOINTMENT REFERRAL Assessment Assessment Specific Learning Disorders ADHD Assessments (Children and Adults) Intelligence Testing Personality Testing Vocational Assessments/Career Guidance Bariatric Surgery Psychology Assessment and Education ​ Please contact us to discuss Fees. What does Assessment involve? A psychological assessment is a process of evaluating an individual's mental health, academic and behavioural functioning using standardised tests, observations, and other methods. It is typically conducted by a mental health professional, such as a psychologist, and is used to diagnose mental health conditions or academic aspects, determine appropriate treatment options and recommendations and measures progress in treatment. The goals of psychological assessment are to better understand a person’s strengths and weaknesses, identify potential problems with cognitions, and emotional reactivity, and make recommendations for treatment/remediation. Indications Assessment may be helpful: Interpersonal Challenges Trouble with Emotional Regulation Brain Injuries Increased Social Withdrawal Difficulty in School/ Study/ Work Troubling Behaviours Difficulty with Memory Troubling Thoughts Academic Giftedness

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FAQ'S The most frequently asked questions are listed below for your convenience. If your question is not answered here, please contact our friendly team at admin@bloom-psychology.com.au or call 0491 633 811 and we'll get back to you as soon as possible . What should I expect at my first appointment? Before your therapy session begins, we may ask you to fill out administrative forms to properly record your data. You may also be asked to complete some psychological assessment forms to establish a starting point from which our psychologists can work. In the first few sessions, the practitioner will typically ask you to describe the problem that has brought you into their office. They will also gather relevant information on your background, as well as the history of your problems and other major areas of your life, and the ways you have tried to address the concerns. What types of therapy or treatment do you provide? This will depend on the psychologist's theoretical perspective. For example, psychologists who use cognitive-behavioral therapy have a practical approach to treatment and might ask you to tackle certain tasks designed to help you develop more effective coping skills. What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist? Psychologists have studied human behavior and the brain and have been trained to assist people who are having challenges coping with emotions, thoughts, and actions. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialise in mental health and can prescribe medication. How long do I need? The length of treatment will depend on your individual needs and goals. Some people may only need a few sessions, while others may benefit from longer-term treatment. Do I need to pay upfront? This depends on your referral type. Please see our types of referrals page. Can my appointments be bulk billed? We are not a bulk billing clinic. How much can you save with the Medicare rebate? The Medicare rebate for Clinical psychologists and Registered Psychologists covers a portion of the cost of psychologist sessions, which can vary depending on the psychologist’s fees. As of 1st July 2023, the Medicare rebates are as follows: $136.35 rebate per 50+ minute session with a Clinical Psychologist $92.90 rebate per 50+ minute session with a Registered Psychologist. At the end of the session, your psychologist will invoice you the full session fee. At the same time, your Medicare rebate can be submitted by the psychologist or yourself. The corresponding Medicare rebate is deposited into your nominated bank account by Medicare, generally within 24 hours. Medicare rebates are only available for individual therapy. Better Access does not cover the cost of psychological reports, non-attendance fees, and couples counselling. Can I use my private health insurance? If you have private health insurance, you may be eligible to claim rebates for sessions with a psychologist. However, the cover level and applicable waiting periods vary between providers and depend on your extras cover policy. Private health typically covers both in-person and online therapy sessions. These include individual therapy sessions, as well as couples counselling and family therapy. Please get in touch with your private health insurance to determine eligibility and how much funding you are entitled to claim for psychological sessions. Is there a cancellation fee? Two days’ notice (48 hours) is required to cancel or reschedule a session and failure to provide this notice may result in the full fee being payable. We appreciate your understanding. Do I need a referral to make my initial appointment? No, a referral is not required to book an appointment.

Fees Initial consultation: $ Individual therapy session (50 minutes): Couples therapy session (50 minutes): $ Family therapy session (50 minutes): $ Group therapy session (90 minutes): $ per person

Supervision CONTACT US Supervison Bloom is passionate about developing provisional psychologists’ skills, knowledge, and confidence to allow them to meet the requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and ultimately obtain full registration. ​ As Board Approved Supervisors, Jaclyn and Kara have supervised many students, provisional psychologists, social workers, and psychologists at all stages of their careers and looks forward to assisting you to reach full registration and supporting you along the way. Our Supervision Program for Provisional Psychologists 4+2, 5+1 and Clinical Psychology Registrars. Bloom’s program is innovative, supportive, personalised, and consistent with PsyBA guidelines. As such you'll gain support, guidance, and development in a range of professional skills. We aim to provide a supportive environment, minimising the barriers of finding supervision, developing your internship program, navigating AHPRA, suitable professional development and access to psychometric assessments and intervention resources. Bloom will guide you through your journey from the beginning steps of writing your Internship Program Plan and finding a suitable secondary supervisor through to full psychological registration. We can also provide short-term access to supervision, secondary supervision, NPE Prep and/or professional development to complement your program. There is no greater reward for us than to see our interns learn, engage, manage the challenges with our support, and overcome them to become confident, knowledgeable, and competent fully registered psychologists. CONTACT US

Fees & Referals You will find the different referral pathways we accept at Bloom Psychology and Assessment below. If you would like to view our fees please contact us via phone , email or our contact form . CONTACT US Different types of referrals Mental Health Care Plan - The Mental Health Care Plan is completed by your doctor if – following a consultation with you – they assess you as qualifying for Medicare Rebates under this plan. The mental health care plan is common form of referral and details your symptoms, any diagnosis, and current issues. It allows you to obtain six individual therapy sessions at a rebated price, with the possibility of an additional four. This means you would be entitled to up to ten rebated individual sessions. You don’t need to already be diagnosed to receive a care plan from your GP. Please note, however, that although Medicare rebates can be claimed for sessions covered under a Mental Health Care Plan, there is a ‘gap fee’ involved. ​ Better Outcomes in Mental Health ATAPS - Your GP may refer you under the Better Outcomes in Mental Health Initiative. Although this referral is very similar to the Mental Health Care Plan, it is subsidised by the Greater Metro South Brisbane Medicare Local, and hence there is no cost to you. Your GP will assess the availability and your eligibility for this referral. This Better Outcomes referral has specific eligibility criteria which must be met for referral and there is a set time frame in which the sessions must be utilised. ​ Department of Veterans Affairs/ Open Arms - Bloom Psychology is pleased to be a provider of psychological services to our veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). This means that if you hold a DVA WHITE or GOLD card you are entitled to 10 sessions with no financial cost to yourself. ​ Private Insurance and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) - Some insurance companies and employers may refer you or your immediate family members to a psychologist and assist with costs associated with visits. ​ Workcover - In Queensland, WorkCover may refer you to a Psychologist once your claim has been approved. These sessions are time-limited and the number of sessions is determined by WorkCover after assessing your claim. Successful claims will result in the cost of your sessions being covered by WorkCover. Autism Initiative – Helping Children with Autism referral. A specialist referral is also available for children with Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders, known as the Helping Children with Autism referral. This referral entitles the child to four assessment sessions and 20 therapy sessions with Medicare rebates (per lifetime, up to age 15 years). Better Start for Children with Disability Initiative - Under the Better Start for Children with Disability (Better Start) Initiative the identified disabilities are: Cerebral Palsy; Down Syndrome; Fragile X Syndrome and; Moderate or greater vision or hearing impairments. Children who are aged under six years and have been diagnosed with one of the listed disabilities are able to register to access early intervention funding of up to $12,000 (up to a maximum of $6,000 per financial year). The funding can be used to pay for early intervention services such as psychology. Families will have until the child’s seventh birthday to access the early intervention funding. To register your child for the Better Start Initiative, please call the Carers Australia Registration Information Service on 1800 242 636 . Pregnancy Support Counselling - This psychology service (Medicare Item 81000 rebate of $68.10) offers pregnancy support counselling to assist clients who have any personal concerns related to a current or recent pregnancy (within the past 12 months), whether it has been full-term or part-term (including a planned termination). The pregnancy support counselling Medicare Item covers up to three 30 minute+ sessions with a psychologist per pregnancy. NDIS - Bloom Psychology offers therapy and assessment to NDIS participants who are self-managed or third-party managed.

Therapy APPOINTMENT REFERRAL Bloom Psychology INFINITELY BLOOMING Bloom Psychology is a face to face (Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba and surrounds) and an online/telehealth-based psychology practice that provides therapy, assessments, and supervision services. READ MORE Therapy services THERAPY SERVICES Common Counselling Issues Anxiety and Stress Bipolar Disorder Post-Traumatic Stress Panic Attacks Perinatal Mental Health Post-natal Depression and Women’s Health Issues affecting Older Adults Anger Management Chronic Pain Fears (Phobias) Schizophrenia Return to Work Weight Loss Management Adjusting to life stressors & maximising happiness Depression Crisis Intervention Grief and Loss Sleep Management Relationship Issues Substance Abuse and Dependence Obsessive-Compulsive Behaviours Therapies 1 Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Dialectical-behavioural therapy has shown remarkable promise at helping people manage their emotions and cope with distress even when they don't have an underlying mental health diagnosis. This approach blends individual and group therapy with life skills training, mindfulness-based approaches, and an intensive focus on helping you better identify, understand, and regulate your emotions, reactions, and behaviours. 2 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Cognitive-Behavioural therapy works on the premise that our thoughts affect our behaviour and our behaviour affects our lives. Through CBT you'll work to identify unhealthy and misleading thoughts, then replace them with healthier and more accurate ideas. CBT therapists often assign homework or even worksheets, so CBT works best when you're willing to do extensive work on your own, outside the walls of therapy. 3 Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, known as ‘ACT’ (pronounced as the word ‘act’) is a mindfulness based behavioural therapy that challenges the ground rules of most Western psychology. It utilises an eclectic mix of metaphor, paradox, and mindfulness skills, along with a wide range of experiential exercises and values-guided behavioural interventions. ACT has proven effective with a diverse range of clinical conditions; depression, OCD, workplace stress, chronic pain, the stress of terminal cancer, anxiety, PTSD, anorexia, heroin abuse, marijuana abuse, and even schizophrenia. 4 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) EMDR is a structured therapy that encourages the patient to focus briefly on the trauma memory while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements), which is associated with a reduction in the vividness and emotion associated with the trauma memories. EMDR therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and PTSD symptoms. Ongoing research supports positive clinical outcomes showing EMDR therapy as a helpful treatment for disorders such as anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, addictions, and other distressing life experiences (Maxfield, 2019 ). EMDR therapy has even been superior to Prozac in trauma treatment (Van der Kolk et al., 2007 ). Shapiro and Forrest (2016 ) share that more than 7 million people have been treated successfully by 110,000 therapists in 130 countries since 2016. 5 Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (MCBT) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is a modified form of cognitive therapy that incorporates mindfulness practices such as meditation and breathing exercises. Using these tools, MBCT therapists teach clients how to break away from negative thought patterns that can cause a downward spiral into a depressed state so they will be able to fight off depression before it takes hold. 6 Mindfulness Mindfulness is a mental state of awareness, focus and openness – which allows you to engage fully in what you are doing at any moment. In a state of mindfulness, difficult thoughts and feelings have much less impact and influence over you – so it is hugely useful for everything from full-blown psychiatric illness to enhancing athletic or business performance. 7 Motivational Interviewing Motivational interviewing is a counselling method that helps people resolve ambivalent feelings and insecurities to find the internal motivation they need to change their behaviour. It is a practical, empathetic, and short-term process that takes into consideration how difficult it is to make life changes. DBT CBT ACT EMDR MCBT Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing