Partner Relationship Skills

Tuesday 13 March 12.30-1.30pm – Presented by Gail Frank.

John Gottman is an internationally known therapist and author in the area of intimate couple relationships.  He studies what makes and breaks such relationships. His work is research based and presented in a number of books on the topic. He is touring Australia in February and Gail Frank is attending one of his workshops. Come along and hear the latest on his research- based ideas for couple skills and pit falls.

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10 Depression Management Techniques

Tuesday 24 April 12.30-1.30pm – Presented by Carolyn Farrar.

Based on “The 10 Best-Ever Depression Management Techniques” by Margaret Wehrenberg. This seminar will focus on how to manage the physical, cognitive and behavioural manifestations of depression, as well as how to change the brain to think and respond in a healthy way.

Making Decisions

Tuesday 22 May 12.30-1.30pm – Presented by Kylie Woodward.

The process of making decisions and the experience of indecision can be extremely stressful.  This seminar will cover some of the brain-science behind making decisions and some tips for making the process less painful.

The Worry Response

Tuesday 14 August 12.30-1.30pm – Presented by Carol Beynon.

We all worry – it’s part of life. But how can we manage a worry response if it is causing problems?  This seminar will explore current ideas and theories about worry and ways in which we might change our response. If you find that worry can get the better of you at times, or if you just want to hear the latest ideas on worry and how to manage it, this seminar will be of interest to you.

Mind Whisperer: Healing From The Small (And Big) Traumas In Our Lives

Tuesday 25 September 12.30-1.30pm – Presented by Josef Gorny.

The events in our lives, big and small, leave their mark. Often the psychological effects continue long after the event has passed. They can affect our health, our well-being, and our relationships. This seminar offers some thoughts on the physical, mental and even social aspects of the process of healing, and, more importantly, on what we can do in our everyday lives to facilitate that process.

Imposter Syndrome

Tuesday 23 October 12.30-1.30pm – Presented by Rachel Tyson.

Worrying that others will find out you aren’t as bright and capable as they think you are? Attributing your successes to luck, good timing or just because people like you? Relieved each time you succeed as you have managed to fool them again? If any of this sounds familiar, take heart as you are not alone. This seminar will uncover why it is that smart people often feel like frauds and explore strategies for tackling imposter syndrome.“If I had known, I would have been a locksmith!” Albert Einstein

Seminars are free and registration is not required. Please note: The dates for the 2012 Seminars are subject to change. If so, the Counselling Centre will post a notice to that effect on this website.