Psychological Services & Treatments

We provide expert psychological support to adults and adolescents, as well as couples and families. Our approach to treatment and counselling is informed by the latest psychological research and thinking, and can assist with issues such as:

• Depression (including ante and postnatal)

• Anxiety disorders (e.g., Panic, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Phobias, OCD) 

• Trauma and abuse

• Grief and loss

• Low self-esteem and confidence

• Substance issues (e.g., treatment for drug and alcohol abuse/dependence) 

• Relationship and marriage counselling

• Parenting support and education

• Relationship concerns 

• Stress management

• Anger management

• Chronic Pain

• Health concerns

• Workplace difficulties

• Sleep

• Poor body image and weight management

• Eating disorders

• Gender and sexuality

• Bipolar disorders

At Perception Psychology we have a strong focus on promoting well-being and life satisfaction, as well as helping build upon existing strengths and potential. 

Treatments Used

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (commonly referred to as CBT) is a relatively short-term therapy which is proven highly effective in the treatment of mental health problems and emotional difficulties. It is collaborative in nature and has a strong focus on the "here and now". CBT assists individuals to build awareness of links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours, so that changes can be made in problematic areas, leading to improved quality of life and coping in day-to-day situations.

 Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) assists people to more effectively handle the inevitable range of difficult thoughts and feelings that arise in everyday life. ACT also aids in the clarification of personal goals and values, which can then be used to guide meaningful choices and actions. An additional core component of ACT is "contact with the present moment", a philosophy of living life with a present moment focus, rather than entangled in and driven by unhelpful thoughts and feelings.

 Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive-behavior therapy. Its main goals are to teach people how to live in the moment, develop healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate their emotions, and improve their relationships with others.

DBT was originally intended to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD), but it has been adapted to treat other mental health conditions. It can help people who have difficulty with emotional regulation or are exhibiting self-destructive behaviors (eating disorders and substance use disorders). This type of therapy is also sometimes used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

 Schema Therapy

Schema Therapy is an integrative approach, blending elements from a number of therapy models, including CBT and Attachment theory. It is especially well suited to individuals with more chronic, well-entrenched problems and for those who have not responded well to other approaches. Schema therapy supports people to explore the early life origins of longstanding and reactive patterns or themes in thinking, feeling and coping. Once identified, skills can be learnt to modify these deeper level themes or patterns to enhance the person's ability to achieve goals and get their needs met.

 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy treatment that was originally designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. EMDR therapy facilitates the accessing and processing of traumatic memories and other adverse life experience to bring these to an adaptive resolution. After successful treatment with EMDR therapy, affective distress is relieved, negative beliefs are reformulated, and physiological arousal is reduced.