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Q-Psych

Locality: The Grange, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3356 4242

Address: Suite 5, 187 Days Rd 4051 The Grange, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.QPsych.com.au

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25.01.2022 Are you unsure about how to explain racial differences to your child/ren? One of Q-Psych's clinical psychologists, Dr Natasha Alexander, has published an informative article about this topic in the My Child Magazine (April Ed.), available online here at Page 54: http://www.mychildmagazine.com.au/april-2017-issue/ Dr Alexander is available for treatment, assessment and consultations with adults (18yo+) by calling Q-Psych on (07) 3356 4242.

25.01.2022 In celebration of National Psychology Week the Australian Psychological Society has provided tips for thriving in the digital age.

25.01.2022 Do you sometimes wonder if your teens behaviour is normal?! Or, what behaviours you should react to or not, and how? Do you want to have better conversations with your teen and build a more positive and respectful relationship? If yes, were ready to help! Q-Psych psychologist, Gail Corrigan, will be commencing the next Engaging Adolescents parent course at Q-Psychs psychology centre in Grange on Thursday, 1 September 2016. This informative and practical parent course invo...lves only 3 x 2-hourly sessions (6 hours total over 3 weeks) and is delivered in a supportive group format for parents of children aged 13-18 years. Just in time for the school holidays, this evening course will help you feel more confident about negotiating with your teen, setting limits and enjoying more quality time together over the holiday period and beyond. Workbooks are also provided for you to keep and review as needed. Numbers are limited, so reserve your place today by calling (07) 3356 4242 or registering your interest on our Event Brite page in the links below (no payment required). Or, you can find out more by visiting Q-Psychs website and programs page. If you know any parents who are finding their teens behaviour challenging, please feel free to share this post. They might like to join you in attending! We look forward to helping you with your parenting needs!

24.01.2022 INFORMATION ABOUT CORONAVIRUS BY THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. Most of you are probably already well informed about the coronavirus, though information is changing rapidly. Latest information from the Health Department website is available at the link below and covers many topics including FAQs, home isolation guidance, information for schools and parents, information for aged care facilities and families, and information for workers and employers: https://www.health.gov.au//novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-res

24.01.2022 Are you tired of loud arguments and frayed nerves from your childs oppositional behaviour? If yes, 1-2-3 Magic is the program for you! In this popular and effective program, you can learn how to engage your childs cooperation, build a stronger relationship, and resolve arguments WITHOUT yelling! Call our programs coordinator, Claire, TODAY on (07) 3356 4242 to reserve your place in this popular and effective program. ... Only THREE days until enrollment closes!

24.01.2022 You may have seen this campaign by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) on TV or other media recently? If you missed it, watch it now and Believe in Change! As APS psychologists, Q-Psych's psychologists are here to help you get to where you want to be, too. If you're ready for change, call Q-Psych today on (07) 3356 4242 or visit www.qpsych.com.au to see how we can help.

24.01.2022 SHOUT OUT TO OUR HEALTH COLLEAGUES. Wed like to send a shout-out to our health colleagues on the front-line of this global health crisis. We can only imagine the tremendous pressures you must be under and truly hope you are managing to keep well and safe. Thank you for your tireless work on behalf of our community and please know you are in our thoughts. We hope (the sentiment of) these gorgeous flowers from a client bring some much-deserved cheer to your day. You rock!

24.01.2022 We've had a few psychologists join us at Q-Psych since we introduced the team in 2013(!), so we thought it was due time we provided an update on who is available to help you with your psychology needs. With the welcome addition of Alithea, Anthony and Julia, our collaborative team is (from top-bottom, L-R): Diane Barber (Director), Shannon Strecker, Anthony Teoh, Bruce Hamilton, Alithea Taylor, Gail Corrigan, Julia Gigante, Dr Tim Lowry and Dr Kerry Geritz. To see if we have ...a psychologist that is a good fit for you, please visit www.QPsych.com.au. Or, you may prefer to speak to our helpful reception staff who can recommend a psychologist to you based on your needs and answer any questions you may have about accessing psychology services. Call today (07) 3356 4242. We're ready to help!

23.01.2022 Sneak peak: Here's an article from one of our psychologists, Alithea, for parents of (mainly) young children. The article has been published in the latest Bargain Bundles booklet being distributed to childcare centres in August. Read it here first!

23.01.2022 If you or your child know someone with autism, this charming video provides an illustrative explanation of the unique differences and experiences of people on the autism spectrum. A great tool for improving understanding about autism and developing empathy for individuals with an ASD, such as a peer or family member. Share it with your friends! FYI, a number of Q-Psych psychologists are trained to provide assessments and interventions for autism, in both children and adults. Children with, or suspected of having autism, may also qualify for psychological services under Medicares Helping Children with Autism initiative. For further information, please call (07) 3356 4242 or go to 'rebates' on our website www.qpsych.com.au

23.01.2022 Have you ever wondered just what a psychologist does? Or, how they may help you, your family and friends? Now is your opportunity to ask! Come and visit us at this years Lanham MayFair in Lanham Park, Grange on 6 May 2017 for an obligation-free Q&A with one of our psychologists. NB. For ethical reasons, it is not appropriate to provide psychological services in this context, but we welcome general questions about psychology and look forward to meeting you at this community event.

22.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to our community of dads! Heres a cute (old favourite) clip about some of the things dads choose not to do for their children and the things they never give up on. These things often mean the most. Thanks dads! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTltG-soBi8

22.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to our community of dads! Here's a cute (old favourite) clip about some of the things dads choose not to do for their children and the things they never give up on. These things often mean the most. Thanks dads! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTltG-soBi8

21.01.2022 NEWSFLASH! The Federal Budget released yesterday includes a "doubling of support to increase clients' access to TWENTY Medicare-subsidised psychological therapy sessions per year (from the current 10). We are yet to receive further details but at this stage it’s our understanding that the increase comes into effect from this Friday (9 October) for at least a 2 year period; is available for all Australians with a referral under the Better Access scheme (Mental Health Treatmen...t Plan); includes telehealth sessions; and will only require a GP review after each 10 session block (not the current 6+4). Unfortunately, there has been no announcement of an increase in the Medicare rebate but there is ongoing advocacy for this. In the meantime, the increase in subsidised sessions is a great outcome for the many Australians needing more than 10 sessions per year! The Govt has also committed funding to support the mental health needs of certain populations via Govt-funded organisations (not private practices). You can find out more in the Budget media release (there’s a snapshot of key health initiatives on pg 13). The above details are yet to be confirmed, so we’ll post an update if any of the information provided here changes. See more

21.01.2022 FREE workshop for parents this Sunday. Learn about the benefits of body-based techniques for children to improve emotional regulation and reduce behavioural problems. The workshop is being delivered in Chermside on 6 Oct, by the founder of Kids Yoga Therapy (a colleague of Q-Psych). To register or find out more, visit the EventBrite page here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/raise-calm-confident-and-re

21.01.2022 Happy New Year to all our clients - past, present and future! We have now re-opened for 2017 and look forward to assisting individuals, families and organisations to achieve their goals for the year ahead. Please dont hesitate to contact Q-Psych on (07) 3356 4242 if you would like to know more about how we can help.

20.01.2022 A tribute to all the dedicated health professionals around the country (particularly in Victoria) and everyone continuing to be affected by covid. This goose-bump rendition of I'll Stand by You is brought to you by the talented and inspiring Royal Melbourne Hospital Scrub Choir (clearly not by Q-Psych!). We know our musical limits and will stick to what we do best! But we will 'stand by you’ too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1YtT0qLjDA

19.01.2022 HOME-SCHOOLING. If you are presently home-schooling or find you need to in the future, here are some handy tips (by SheMaps) https://kartrausers.s3.amazonaws.com//8475691_158427532069

19.01.2022 Do you sometimes wonder if your teen's behaviour is normal?! Or, what behaviours you should react to or not, and how? Do you want to have better conversations with your teen and build a more positive and respectful relationship? If yes, we're ready to help! Q-Psych psychologist, Gail Corrigan, will be commencing the next Engaging Adolescents parent course at Q-Psych's psychology centre in Grange on Thursday, 1 September 2016. This informative and practical parent course invo...lves only 3 x 2-hourly sessions (6 hours total over 3 weeks) and is delivered in a supportive group format for parents of children aged 13-18 years. Just in time for the school holidays, this evening course will help you feel more confident about negotiating with your teen, setting limits and enjoying more quality time together over the holiday period and beyond. Workbooks are also provided for you to keep and review as needed. Numbers are limited, so reserve your place today by calling (07) 3356 4242 or registering your interest on our Event Brite page in the links below (no payment required). Or, you can find out more by visiting Q-Psych's website and programs page. If you know any parents who are finding their teen's behaviour challenging, please feel free to share this post. They might like to join you in attending! We look forward to helping you with your parenting needs!

18.01.2022 This article from psychoplaedia on Anxiety in Children was prepared by Professor Ron Rapee, developer of the Cool Kids programs we offer at Q-Psych. You can find out more about these programs and how they help anxious children and their parents, by seeing our earlier post below or visiting our website (qpsych.com.au/cool-kids-programs). Q-Psych also has copies of Professor Rapee's book 'Helping Your Anxious Child' available for purchase from our practice in Grange. See our website or call (07) 3356 4242 for opening hours, if you would like to stop in and pick up a copy for your family. We would love to meet you, too!

18.01.2022 Please join us in saying good bye and best wishes to our lovely receptionist, Jesse-Leigh, as she embarks on maternity leave and the grand adventures of motherhood! We are thankful for her professional service to our clients and psychologists. And, we wish her and her new family the very best for the future. In her absence, we welcome Claire and Sue (#2) to the admin team; both of whom come highly recommended. Claire and Sue will be joining Suzanna (aka, Sue #1) and look forward to welcoming you at Q-Psych.

18.01.2022 Q-Psych is hosting a FREE PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION for PARENTS of ANXIOUS CHILDREN (7-12yo) on Thursday, 14 June 2018. This is your opportunity to find out more about the childrens' anxiety and parent programs we offer. Also, meet the facilitators, see the workbooks, check out our facilities, and ask questions. Bring a partner or friend! To reserve your obligation-free place, register via our EventBrite page (see link in comments below). Or, call (07) 3356 4242 to speak wi...th our program co-ordinator, Kylie. We'd love to meet you! (*Registrations close on 12 June 2018) Can't attend the information session? You can read more about the program, outcomes and course dates on Q-Psych's website and programs page (see link in comments below). Or, you can call Kylie on (07) 3356 4242. She's ready to help!

18.01.2022 MINDFULNESS PROGRAM & FREE INFORMATION SESSION Mindfulness is an incredible tool to reduce over-thinking, de-stress, manage pain, diminish unwanted urges, build resilience, enhance satisfaction, be more receptive than reactive, and lessen the likelihood of depression, anxiety, anger, stress or addiction. In short, mindfulness can help improve your daily functioning and overall wellbeing. No wonder mindfulness has become so popular! You can learn and develop your mindfulness ...skills by participating in our next Mindfulness Program for Beginners commencing at Q-Psych on 23 August 2018. This is a 6 week program for adults involving a one-hour session each week (6hrs total) and being run by Q-Psych Psychologist, Jade Jensen. To learn more about the program and/or to register your interest visit http://qpsych.com.au/mindfulness-program/ or call (07) 3356 4242 to speak with our Programs Co-ordinator, Kylie. We are also hosting a FREE INFORMATION SESSION at Q-Psych on 9 August 2018. This is your opportunity to find out more about the program and how you may benefit from mindfulness. You can also meet Jade (facilitator), check out our facilities, ask questions, and reserve your place in the program (optional). Bring a partner or friend! To reserve your obligation-free place at the information session, register via our EventBrite page here before 7 August 2018: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/free-information-session-mi. We'd love to meet you!

14.01.2022 Come and see us at the North Brisbane Mental Health Expo 27 Sept 2016 on Tuesday. FREE event. Look for the Q-Psych information stall. We'd love to meet you! 10am-2pm, Tuesday, 27 September at the Brisbane Showgrounds.

14.01.2022 If you're looking for some help transitioning your child/ren back to school after learning from home, here's a new tipsheet from the Australian Psychological Society (APS). A little late for us in Qld (!) but nonetheless some useful tips for adjusting to the change (back) in routine. Q-Psych's Educational & Developmental (child/youth) psychologist is also here to help, if your child or you need any further support. Call 3356 4242. https://www.psychology.org.au//20APS-CCN-IS-Transitioning-

14.01.2022 INFORMATION FOR NDIS CLIENTS RE SERVICES DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC. If you or a loved one rely on the NDIS, you can find out how the NDIA is responding to the coronavirus crisis and supporting participants, and answers to various FAQs, at this link. https://www.ndis.gov.au//ndis-/ndis-and-disaster-response

13.01.2022 Is your grade 11 or 12 teenager struggling to manage their senior workload? Do they feel overwhelmed by the increased workload, stress and pressures associated with undertaking their senior certificate? If so, the Study Without Stress program, developed by MacQuarie University and being run at Q-Psych from 22 May 2017, can help. This program equips students with strategies to manage exam stress and time pressures, and create study habits that will help them throughout their ...senior school year/s. To register or find out more, please visit www.qpsych.com.au/study-without-stress/ Or, call Q-Psych on (07) 3356 4242 and ask to speak with Claire (Programs Co-ordinator). We look forward to helping your teen/student to better cope with their study pressures and improve their school experience and outcomes.

13.01.2022 *FREE INFORMATION SESSION for PARENTS of ANXIOUS CHILDREN* The highly successful Cool Kids (7-12yr olds) and Cool Little Kids (3-6yr old) programs for anxious children and their parents are being offered again at Q-Psych in Term 4, 2016. These programs differ to most childrens anxiety programs by involving parents in learning about their childs anxiety. Parents learn new information and skills to parent their anxious child and help reduce their child's (and possibly th...eir own) anxiety. And, children in the Cool Kids program learn important skills to overcome or self-manage their own anxiety and feel more confident in a variety of settings, including school. Parents and children are also provided with their own workbooks to keep for future reference. For your opportunity to find out more about the programs, meet the facilitators, see our facilities and ask questions, we are holding a FREE INFORMATION SESSION on 7 September 2016. Reserve your place today by calling (07) 3356 4242 or registering your interest on our EventBrite page (parents only) (see link in comment section). Wed love to meet you! If you know any parents of anxious children, please feel free to share this post. They might like to join you! Can't attend the information session? You can read more about the programs, outcomes and course dates by visiting Q-Psych's website and programs page (see links in comment section). Or, you can call our program co-ordinator, Claire, on (07) 3356 4242. She's ready to help! Please note that registrations for the programs close just before and after the September school holidays 2016. Don't miss out!

13.01.2022 SHOUT OUT TO OUR HEALTH COLLEAGUES. We’d like to send a shout-out to our health colleagues on the front-line of this global health crisis. We can only imagine the tremendous pressures you must be under and truly hope you are managing to keep well and safe. Thank you for your tireless work on behalf of our community and please know you are in our thoughts. We hope (the sentiment of) these gorgeous flowers from a client bring some much-deserved cheer to your day. You rock!

12.01.2022 Sneak peak: Heres an article from one of our psychologists, Alithea, for parents of (mainly) young children. The article has been published in the latest Bargain Bundles booklet being distributed to childcare centres in August. Read it here first!

12.01.2022 Today is "R U OK?" Day. Dont forget to ask those around you how they are doing today. A simple question can make a huge difference. Here are some useful resources to help you check in with family, friends or workmates - any day of the year. Check in with yourself, too. R U OK? Please see your GP or call Q-Psych if you or a loved one are in need of psychological support.

11.01.2022 This article from the team at Psychlopaedia highlights the benefits of psychological support for all sorts of people and all sorts of situations. It is great to see the positive impact psychologists had on the Australian Olympic Swim Team. Go Team AUS! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ To find out how Q-Psych can help you achieve your goals, visit our website www.qpsych.com.au or call us today on (07) 3356 4242. Our staff are ready to help.

11.01.2022 Have you noticed a family member, friend or work-mate who seems to be struggling? Or are your instincts telling you that somethings wrong? Then start a conversation with them today and ASK "R U OK"? This video offers 4 useful conversation steps that can be used with anyone in any setting, like home, school, work or social (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDcRueQyn8E). You can find other great tips and resources at www.ruok.org.au. If youre not feeling okay yourself, speak to someone you trust or consult with a professional, like your GP or a psychologist. R U OK?

10.01.2022 If youre looking for some help transitioning your child/ren back to school after learning from home, heres a new tipsheet from the Australian Psychological Society (APS). A little late for us in Qld (!) but nonetheless some useful tips for adjusting to the change (back) in routine. Q-Psychs Educational & Developmental (child/youth) psychologist is also here to help, if your child or you need any further support. Call 3356 4242. https://www.psychology.org.au//20APS-CCN-IS-Transitioning-

10.01.2022 Do you have concerns about your childs social-emotional development? Is your child experiencing behavioural or learning problems at school? Are you wondering if your child is gifted or achieving for their age? Perhaps your teen is uncertain about their post-school options? The Educational and Developmental psychologists at Q-Psych can help! Our psychologists work with children, parents and schools to help students experiencing concerns such as social difficulties, attention ...problems, study stress, anxiety, under-achieving, autism/aspergers, depression, giftedness, school refusal, addictions, at-risk behaviours, careers guidance and more. Services include psycho-educational assessments, group programs, in-school observations and, most commonly, child-centred therapy and parent support in our dedicated child/youth therapy room. To find out more about our educational and developmental psychology services, visit our website at www.qpsych.com.au or call us today on (07) 3356 4242. We're ready to help!

08.01.2022 CORONAVIRUS-RELATED RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS. There are many great resources available around the globe to support both children and adults. Here are a few of our favourites so far (see comment boxes below). If there are any youve come across, wed love to share them with our community.

08.01.2022 Have you registered for the FREE INFORMATION SESSION at Q-Psych next week (7 September)? This is your opportunity to find out more about the children's anxiety and parent programs we offer. Meet the facilitators, see the workbooks, check out our facilities, and ask questions. Bring a spouse or friend (sorry, no children)! To reserve your obligation-free place, call Claire on (07) 3356 4242 or email [email protected]. Registrations close Tuesday 6 Sept. We'd love to meet... you! Can't attend the information session? You can read more about the programs, outcomes and course dates by visiting Q-Psych's website and programs page at qpsych.com.au/programs. Or, you can call our program co-ordinator, Claire, on (07) 3356 4242. She's ready to help!

08.01.2022 Today is "R U OK?" Day. Don't forget to ask those around you how they are doing today. A simple question can make a huge difference. Here are some useful resources to help you check in with family, friends or workmates - any day of the year. Check in with yourself, too. R U OK? Please see your GP or call Q-Psych if you or a loved one are in need of psychological support.

05.01.2022 Are you tired of loud arguments and frayed nerves from your child's oppositional behaviour? If yes, 1-2-3 Magic is the program for you! In this popular and effective program, you can learn how to engage your child's cooperation, build a stronger relationship, and resolve arguments WITHOUT yelling! Call our programs coordinator, Claire, TODAY on (07) 3356 4242 to reserve your place in this popular and effective program. ... Only THREE days until enrollment closes!

05.01.2022 Are you tired of oppositional behaviour and loud arguments with your children that end in tears and further frustration? Are you ready to learn how to gain your child's co-operation, build their frustration tolerance and strengthen your relationship? If yes, we're ready to help! By popular demand, Q-Psych psychologist, Alithea Taylor, will be commencing the next 1-2-3 Magic & Emotion Coaching parent course at Q-Psych's psychology centre in Grange on Tuesday, 30 August 2016.... This popular and effective parent course involves only 3 x 2-hourly sessions (6 hours total over 3 weeks) and is delivered in a supportive group format for parents of children aged 2-12 years. By request, we have scheduled this course in the evening and in time to finish before the school holidays, so you can enjoy potentially calmer and more relaxed holidays with your children! Workbooks are also provided for you to keep and review as needed. Numbers are limited, so reserve your place today by calling (07) 3356 4242 or registering your interest on our EventBrite page (no payment required) (see comment section for link). Or, you can find out more by visiting Q-Psych's website and programs page (see link in comment section). If you know any parents who are finding their child's behaviour difficult to manage, feel free to share this post. They might like to join you in attending! We look forward to helping you with your parenting needs!

05.01.2022 Weve had a few psychologists join us at Q-Psych since we introduced the team in 2013(!), so we thought it was due time we provided an update on who is available to help you with your psychology needs. With the welcome addition of Alithea, Anthony and Julia, our collaborative team is (from top-bottom, L-R): Diane Barber (Director), Shannon Strecker, Anthony Teoh, Bruce Hamilton, Alithea Taylor, Gail Corrigan, Julia Gigante, Dr Tim Lowry and Dr Kerry Geritz. To see if we have ...a psychologist that is a good fit for you, please visit www.QPsych.com.au. Or, you may prefer to speak to our helpful reception staff who can recommend a psychologist to you based on your needs and answer any questions you may have about accessing psychology services. Call today (07) 3356 4242. Were ready to help!

04.01.2022 Have you used our new (upgraded) ONLINE BOOKING SYSTEM yet? If you are an existing client, you can view your psychologists real-time availability and self-book your appointments at anytime, 24/7. You will receive immediate confirmation of your booking and an SMS reminder prior to your appointment. You can also view your upcoming appointments and reschedule or cancel as required. Simply click the "book online" button in the pop-up window on our home page (www.qpsych.com.au) a...nd follow the prompts. This is a very user-friendly system for managing your appointments and is a free customer service we offer for the convenience of our clients. If you have any questions about online booking, or the other services we offer, please don't hesitate to contact us on (07) 3356 4242.

04.01.2022 If you think you or a loved one may have an eating disorder, you can find out more about symptoms and treatment in our latest blog by Q-Psych psychologists Jade and Kerryn (see link in comments below). Jade and Kerryn have a particular interest and experience in helping people suffering from eating disorders, both in eating disorder clinics and in private practice. They have also trained in specific treatments for eating disorders, including individual- and family-based treat...ments, and understand the importance of working together with GPs, dieticians and families to provide quality care. If you are experiencing problems with your eating or are constantly distressed about your body shape and weight, then an appointment with Jade or Kerryn may help you understand your eating problems and how you can begin to overcome them. To find out more or to make an appointment, call Q-Psych on (07) 3356 4242 or visit your GP for a referral. See more

04.01.2022 Are you unsure about how to explain racial differences to your child/ren? One of Q-Psychs clinical psychologists, Dr Natasha Alexander, has published an informative article about this topic in the My Child Magazine (April Ed.), available online here at Page 54: http://www.mychildmagazine.com.au/april-2017-issue/ Dr Alexander is available for treatment, assessment and consultations with adults (18yo+) by calling Q-Psych on (07) 3356 4242.