Psychologist – Dr Barbara Haddon

Dr Barbara Haddon has extensive experience working in private practice and has worked with clients who are unemployed in the public sector. Barbara has a strong interest in women’s health, spending many years in the medical research field investigating factors contributing to such conditions as endometriosis and infertility.

Barbara is a firm believer in holistic wellbeing and takes a positive, integrated approach to supporting strong emotional and physical health, recognising the importance of the mind-body connection. Barbara supports Clients to use their strengths, as they progress towards their goals. Her approach is solution-focused and practical, including a blend of psycho-education, skills training and cognitive-behavioural therapy.

Barbara has lived on the Sunshine Coast with her husband and two daughters since 1999. She is committed to giving back to the region and has a history of community engagement.

AREAS OF SPECIALISATION:

• anxiety

• depression

• nicotine dependence

• sleep problems

• interpersonal/relationship challenges

• health and stress related concerns

• work-life and study-work-life issues

• vocational and occupational development support

QUALIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Bachelor of Arts Degree (University of Queensland, 1993)

• Honours Degree (Psychology) (University of Queensland, 1994)

• Doctor of Philosophy (University of the Sunshine Coast, 2011)

• Registered Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia

• Registered Medicare Provider

• Cancer Council Queensland QUIT educator and facilitator

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment – experienced trainer and facilitator

Interventions with Barbara run for six to twelve sessions (in a twelve month period), from weekly, fortnightly to monthly appointments. Bulk-billing through Medicare is available if referred by a treating General Practitioner, under an appropriate Plan.

To make an appointment, click here or call us Ph: 07 5438 8387

Psychologist – Nicola Mitchell

Nicola is a registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and is registered as a Medicare provider so that Medicare rebates are available for clients referred by a GP.  Nicola can help with issues such as anxiety, depression or other mood disorders, phobias, substance abuse problems, adjustment disorders and managing transitional change, trauma, pain, grief and loss, relationship problems, parenting and sexual problems. She is also experienced in vocational counselling.

As a married mother of two, Nicola knows how difficult it can be to balance home and career and the stresses that this can cause. So, she can also help with managing everyday stress and conflict and achieving that all elusive sense of happiness and well-being.

As required by Medicare, Nicola uses therapies that have been shown by extensive research to be effective. Her approach is solution-oriented, very practical and designed to help you achieve your goals in the shortest possible time.

Her service provision is of course confidential and her aim is to offer a supportive, non-judgemental environment to explore and address your areas of concern.

Nicola has considerable experience in working in occupational psychology and the rehabilitation sector and so also provides the following corporate services:

• Vocational Rehabilitation
• Psychological Assessments
• Vocational Assessments
• Tailored Group Programs
• Early Intervention Services

The thought of seeking help for mental health problems can be a bit frightening so if you are a bit unsure please contact Nicola via Yin Health on 5438 8387 to determine if she is the right person for you.

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Psychologist – Jenny Cook

Jennifer is a registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and is registered as a Medicare provide. She is also registered with Workcover and EAP services.

She has experience in both the public and private sectors, having worked in adult mental health, disability services and in private hospital and private practice settings both here on the Sunshine Coast and in Brisbane. In addition, she is currently working towards a Masters in Clinical Psychology.

Jennifer values holistic health care and working collaboratively within a team of practitioners with various specialties including your GP help you become the best version of yourself. She provides a non-judgmental, confidential space in which to tackle your concerns, no matter how small they may seem. Having recently had her first baby, she is familiar with the struggles faced by working mums juggling family and work life and can teach you strategies to achieve balance and a sense of peace and fulfillment.

Jennifer practices within a combined Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Accceptance & Commitment Therapy framework, with special interests in Mindfulness and Schema Therapy. Her goal is optimal outcomes for women with the following concerns

• mood disorders (including Bipolar Disorder and Post-Natal Depression)
• anxiety disorders (including phobias and Postr Traumatic Stress Disorder)
• low self-esteem and self-confidence
• difficulties managing stress
• grief and loss
• interpersonal/relationship issues (including communication and assertiveness)
• difficulties with work-life and work-study-life balance
• anger problems
• drug and alcohol dependence
• eating disorders
• trauma

QUALIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (Griffith University, 2007)

• Masters in Psychology (Clinical) (University of Sunshine Coast, to be completed)

• Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia

• Registered Medicare Provider

Bulk-billing through Medicare is available to clients with a Health Care Card if referred by a treating General Practitioner, under a Mental Health Care Plan. Private health care rebates also available.

To make an appointment, click here or call us Ph: 07 5438 8387