Rosalind Veness Counselling and Parent Coaching in Moruya Heads, New South Wales, Australia | Mental health service

Rosalind Veness Counselling and Parent Coaching

Locality: Moruya Heads, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 474 095 432

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Local service
• Medical and health
• Mental health service
• Counsellor

25.01.2022 We all have our own way of reacting to traumatic events. These are often learned patterns of behaviour based on childhood experiences, and will surface, often without conscious awareness, when we feel threatened. The 2020 covid pandemic and 2019 bushfires are good examples of traumatic events. When faced with an experience that is too overwhelming to process at the time, our nervous system automatically reacts, and we generally fight or flee. You might have noticed these beh...aviours in your children, when they as "act out", in anger or frustration, or shut down. Rather than seeing these behaviours as something that needs to be controlled, we can choose to see them as survival responses, bringing us a message. Your body’s intelligent nervous system is identifying a threat, and is acting to keep you alive. Your Counsellor or Psychotherapist can help you process those early traumatic experiences, safely and without judgement. You will be gently supported to integrate them as memories that no longer have a power over you. We can’t change the past, but we can work towards creating a more meaningful future. Reaching Out If you are struggling, it’s OK to ask for help. Please email [email protected], or call me on 0474 095 432 for a free 15 minute chat, or to make an appointment. To learn more www.rosalindveness.com.au/articles/responding-to-trauma

24.01.2022 Look for the gold that is hiding inside

24.01.2022 We all have those moments of frustration when we feel our children are being annoying and attention seeking. What if I said their behaviours are their way of seeking connection rather than attention, and once you learn to read the signals, you won’t be able to miss them? All behaviour has meaning. We all want to do our best as parents, but sometimes our children’s behaviours can be confusing. ... The Circle of Security is an internationally recognised early intervention program for parents and children. It is designed to help you understand your children’s behaviours and build closer relationships as you learn through experience. You will learn how to recognise what your child might be really asking from you. In these classes you will be helped to create a secure connection with your child, as the basis of all later learning. You will be helped to become aware of your own triggered reactions to your child’s challenging behaviours. Once you have this awareness, parenting becomes easier. You can learn learn to respond rather than react when your child is having a moment. Feedback from a happy parent: Rosalind was able to show compassion without judgement and has definitely helped me with my parenting skills with my children. I would highly recommend the Circle of Security to other parents who may be struggling or just need some extra support. Reaching Out If you would like to learn more about Circle of Security Parenting, or to book an appointment, please email [email protected] or call 0474 095 432. www.rosalindveness.com.au

24.01.2022 School holidays are the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your children. Learning, whether in the classroom or elsewhere, requires a strong foundation of sensory and motor skills. These activities will support your child's learning while they are having fun, and they'll never realise that they are learning. ... No digital devices, no flash cards - just games and other activities that use their bodies, and that you can do together. Most importantly, remember to have fun. Balance A well-developed sense of balance will help your child to listen and sit up straight in class, support their ability to listen, and enable them to take their eyes away from the horizon to read a line of text. Walk along a balance beam, walk over rough, soft or uneven surfaces (bush walks, sand), roll down a hill, play on swings and roundabouts Vision Good visual skills are essential for classroom learning, such as reading and writing. Your child’s eyes need to be able to work together as a team, to interpret those written symbols on the page Name five things you can see, describe the bird in that tree, catch and throw a ball, go outside and look into the distance Listening You know your child can hear, but how well can they listen? Can they tune out background sounds and focus on the teacher’s voice? Listen to the sounds in nature, and describe what you are hearing - the wind, the crackle of autumn leaves underfoot, the sea, bird song, music Memory Good memory is essential for learning to read, to be able to memorise those small sounds within words, and to follow instructions You can build memory with card games, such as matching pairs, snap, telling stories, recalling the day’s activities, talking about what you did yesterday Gross Motor (the big muscles) Strong leg, arm, tummy and back muscles will help your child to sit still and focus in the classroom Find time for lots of free play and outdoor activities, climbing trees, scrambling over rocks, running, jumping, hopping, skipping To read about more sensory-motor activities to support your child's learning, go to www.rosalindveness.com.au/uncateg/school-holiday-activities #moruya #batemansbay #broulee #tuross #narooma #moruyansw #moruyatherapist #eurobodallakids #eurobodallafamilies #canberramums #canberramumsgroup #canberramumsandbubs #canberraparents

23.01.2022 This is a beautiful reminder

23.01.2022 Perhaps you’re thinking there is something in your life you would like to change. Maybe you think you would like to find a Counsellor or Psychotherapist but you’re not quite sure how to go about finding the right person to help you? A good first step is to do an internet search for a "Counsellor near me, or ask friends for recommendations. Another option is to check out the websites of professional associations, such as PACFA, the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of ...Australia, for accredited Counsellors and/or Psychotherapists in your area. You can then look at their website to learn more about them, their qualifications, accreditation and professional memberships. You might like to meet counsellors over the phone first. At this time, you can also ask about fees and payment terms. Appointments usually last for about 50 minutes, although some counsellors may suggest booking in for a longer session for your first visit. At your first visit you will probably be asked for basic information such as your name and address, your usual doctor or medical practitioner, and whether you have seen a therapist before. Then you will be invited to discuss the reasons for your visit. It is a good idea to have thought about this before your appointment. The session often starts with a question such as "what brings you?" The session is all about you, and the therapist will help you to work with whatever is uppermost in your life at the time. Reaching Out It is normal to feel a bit nervous about asking for help. An experienced Counsellor/Psychotherapist will probably have had similar experiences. They will have spent many hours working through their own issues in preparation for meeting you. If you feel I can help, or you would like to talk more, please email [email protected] or give me a call on 0474 095 432 for a free 15 minute chat.

22.01.2022 Learning through doing, and creating. So many thought processes happening

21.01.2022 Children’s behaviours are bringing us a message, and it’s up to us to learn how to read them.

21.01.2022 I had a listening assessment in my early fifties. At the end, I will never forget how the assessor looked at me, as he said "Ros, how did you ever get through Uni?" That's when I realised that learning didn't have to be that hard. It explained why my friends were consistently achieving better marks than I was. I knew I wasn't stupid, but couldn't work out why I needed to work so much harder just to pass.... A program of listening therapy can make a huge difference to your child's learning potential, particularly the restless ones, and the daydreamers. Learning difficulties do not have to last a lifetime, and there is so much that can be done to help children who are struggling. Why not give me a call on 0474 095 432 to learn more? https://rosalindveness.com.au//auditory-processing-diffic/ #moruya #batemansbay #broulee #tuross #narooma #moruyansw #moruyatherapist #eurobodallakids #eurobodallafamilies #canberramums #canberramumsgroup #canberramumsandbubs #canberraparents

20.01.2022 When adults are calm, they can become calm with you. Then you can re establish a loving connection

19.01.2022 Sometimes our children's behaviours can really test our patience. Commonly used strategies such as time-outs generally make things worse, but what else is there? Best results can be achieved when we learn how to respond rather than react to those challenges. Looking at the reasons behind the behaviours, and learning alternative strategies such as time-ins can help. To learn more, call for your free 15 minute chat on 0474 095 432

19.01.2022 Sometimes it can be hard to know how to deal with a small child having a meltdown. I love how this dad was able to calmly allow space for his child to express some really big feelings, then be present to offer a secure space when the child was ready to come in for a hug

19.01.2022 The teenage years are a time of passion, of finding your place in the world, preparing to leave home and step into the world of adulthood. With this often comes mood changes, as your young person swings between fiery arguments and shutdown and withdrawal. Counselling support can help you negotiate this turbulent time, and build closer relationships based on understanding your young person's needs.... To learn more, please give me a call on 0474 095 432 or email www.rosalindveness.com.au/contact See more

18.01.2022 We've all experienced it...that moment when your toddler "loses it" in public, and doesn't it always happen when you are busy and rushing to get somewhere? Rather than "attention seeking" your little one is usually feeling lost and overwhelmed, and needs your help to regulate some big emotions. Understanding the reason behind the behaviour goes a long way in learning how to respond. www.rosalindveness.com.au/contact to learn more.

18.01.2022 Many people visit a Counsellor or Psychotherapist when they are seeking to change something in their lives. Maybe you are worried about something, or someone, feeling anxious, or just have an underlying sensation the something's "just not quite right" in your life. Perhaps you are feeling confused, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed, but you’re not sure why. Maybe you are just feeling a bit down and don’t know what to do.... Sometimes we just need to talk to someone, but find it difficult to share our problems with friends. It is often easier to talk to someone outside your circle of close acquaintances. Your Counsellor or Psychotherapist has completed professional training and is interested in helping others to find solutions to personal issues. You don’t need to have a diagnosed illness, or a referral, to see a Counsellor or Psychotherapist. No issues is too small to bring to therapy, and there are many benefits from addressing niggling issues before they grow into big problems. You may feel a sense of release as you find resolutions to troubling questions, letting go of old beliefs and patterns of behaviour that not longer serve you. Reaching Out If you feel that something is troubling you, there is no shame in asking for help. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Please email [email protected], or give me a call on 0474 095 432 for a free 15 minute chat to learn more.

17.01.2022 Such a beautiful story

17.01.2022 As an holistic Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I’m often asked "What is Psychotherapy? How is it different from Psychology?" Exploring the field of available therapies can be confusing. There are so many different options to choose from. Perhaps you are curious about how Psychology and Psychotherapy differ. Are they, in fact, just two different ways of looking at the same mental health issues? Broadly speaking, Psychology tends to focus on the mind, and mental characteristics.... Psychotherapy, on the other hand, tends to adopt a more holistic approach, incorporating the soul, or the inner life of the person. Both professions are science- and evidence-based, and require training at a University level. Boundaries are often blurred, however. Many therapists, regardless of initial training, will draw on a broad range of skills. An holistic approach to health recognises that symptoms do not exist in isolation, and comes from the Greek word holos, meaning whole. It recognises that the whole of a system is more than the sum of its parts. An holistic approach to health and well-being focusses on the myriad of aspects that make you who you are. You are more than just your behaviours. The word Psychotherapy also has Greek origins, coming from psyche meaning soul or spirit, and therapeia meaning to care for, or to cure. Seen this way, psychotherapy involves caring for the soul of a person. Part of this process is exploring the "roots" or issues underlying a disturbance. You will be gently supported in touching on old patterns and beliefs that may be holding you back. Releasing these old patterns helps you to find greater levels of self awareness, and a new sense of freedom. Reaching Out To find out more about ways in which I might be able to help, please email [email protected], or call 0474 095 432 for a free 15 minute chat.

15.01.2022 Online Counselling and Psychotherapy sessions are an option if you feel uncomfortable about going into public spaces at present. We can chat via zoom, which is encrypted for privacy, or over the phone if you are more comfortable with this option. To read more https://rosalindveness.com.au/holistic-counselling-and-p//... #moruya#batemansbay#broulee#tuross#narooma #moruyansw#moruyatherapist#eurobodallakids #eurobodallafamilies#canberramums #canberramumsgroup#canberramumsandbubs #canberraparents#rosalindvenesscounselling #southcoastnaturalparents

15.01.2022 Circle of Security Parenting is an early-intervention program designed to support parents as you learn new ways of building closer relationships and happier families. The course runs for 8 weeks and can be offered either online or in person from my office at Moruya South Head. Feedback from a recent participant... "every parent should do this". Classes can be offered individually at a time to suit you. To learn more, call me on 0474 095 432 for a free 15 minute chat, or email www.rosalindveness.com.au/contact

13.01.2022 Holidays are the perfect time to think about some self care. Sitting on the beach can really help soothe away the tensions accumulated from the past year. Another way to address some of these tensions is to consider visiting a therapist. Sometimes it helps just to be able to talk to someone and feel heard.... If this sounds like you, why not give me a call on 0474 095 432. www.rosalindveness.com.au/articles/wellbeing-on-holidays

12.01.2022 So, you’ve plucked up courage to make the call and book an appointment to see a Counsellor or Psychotherapist. It’s normal to feel a bit anxious about your first visit, particularly if you have never seen a counsellor or psychotherapist before. You might feel more comfortable if you take some time before your visit to think about what is troubling you and why you have decided to seek help. Your therapist will probably start by introducing themselves and explain the counsellin...g process to you. You will be gently guided to talk about what is troubling you. The session is yours, and there is no rush to achieve anything. Your counsellor’s role is to support you and your process, offering a non-judgemental space of safety and trust, a place where you can feel free to fully express yourself. Reaching Out If you feel I might be able to help you, or you would like to learn more, please email [email protected], or give me a call on 0474 095 432 for a free 15 minute chat.

11.01.2022 #ThichNhatHanhGems #Mindfulness

11.01.2022 Jess (not her real name), aged 9, always felt stressed and anxious in the classroom. This made learning very difficult for her. Have you noticed how hard it is to focus on what someone is saying when you are feeling stressed? Feeling relaxed is the first step in being able to learn and take in new information. Listening therapy can help you feel relaxed as your brain learns how to process sounds, making classroom learning so much easier for many children.

10.01.2022 I’m excited for some holiday reading. There’s always more to learn... You Can’t Judge a Body by it’s Cover...Anyone who has ever tried dieting knows that weight loss has very little to do with will power, and much more to do with personal life stories, inner demons and cultural judgements. Healing Collective Trauma...Collective trauma affects us all, and underlies big issues such as climate change. Today’s children are being born into an already traumatised world, and their ...brains are wired for survival. Brainstorm... the teenage years are a time of transition and neural rewiring in preparation for leaving home and entering into life as an adult, and dealing with the worlds complex problems. These are issues that affect us all, and may surface in personal therapy sessions.

09.01.2022 Parenting is tricky at the best of times, and this year has thrown more challenges than most. We are social beings, and secure relationships in your child's early years provide a strong foundation for later learning, both socially and in the classroom. If you feel you are struggling, you are not alone, and it's OK to ask for help. www.rosalindveness.com.au/contact

09.01.2022 Many children struggle in the classroom with being able to listen to the teacher's voice while tuning out the background sounds at the same time. This means they will often find it difficult to learn basic skills such as reading, writing and spelling. You can help your child learn to listen in a number of ways, primarily through communication and connection. ... www.rosalindveness.com.au/articles/school-holidays #moruya#batemansbay#broulee#tuross#narooma #moruyansw#moruyatherapist#eurobodallakids #eurobodallafamilies#canberramums #canberramumsgroup#canberramumsandbubs #canberraparents#rosalindvenesscounselling #southcoastnaturalparents

05.01.2022 The impact of loss during pregnancy can be profound. The depth of feelings can be difficult to understand, and it is not always easy to share these experiences with friends or family members. Unaccustomed to experiencing such loss, it can be difficult to know how to allow ourselves to grieve.... We might ask ourselves why me, or what did I do wrong? Or maybe try to avoid the pain, by thinking it’s OK, we’ll just put this behind us and try again. Successive losses can be even more difficult to deal with, and may be accompanied by feelings of shame and worthlessness. I remember the total devastation I felt when my son was stillborn half way through the pregnancy, a feeling made so much worse because this followed six earlier miscarriages. What should I do, how should I be feeling, reacting? So many questions. Why did this happen? I tried to suppress my grief, but it just kept surfacing, until eventually, realising I needed help, I made an appointment to see a counsellor. In her empathic presence, I learnt that it was Ok to cry, to start to release some of that pain. Reaching Out Working with a Counsellor or Psychotherapist can help to give your grief the attention it deserves, helping you to integrate the experience. I am an accredited provider with the Foundation for Infant Loss, and offer a gentle and accepting space where you can feel free to process your grief. If you think I may be able to help you, please email [email protected] or give me a call on 0474 095 432. Learn more at www.rosalindveness.com.au

04.01.2022 Starting school is an exciting time, and it helps to be prepared. Learning, both in the classroom, and throughout life, is based on a good foundation of sensory and motor skills. These skills are built during the first seven years of your child's life, and are the foundation for learning reading, writing and maths, as well as being able to connect socially, and regulate emotions.... You can help your child to be ready for this new stage in their life by giving them time for lots of free play in their early years. To learn more, or to make an appointment to assess your child's developmental readiness, visit www.rosalindveness.com.au/articles/school-readiness

04.01.2022 Making the decision to see a counsellor or therapist can feel like a big step. Addressing problems is not a sign of weakness. It takes courage to confront issues, rather than brushing them under the mat, and hoping they'll magically disappear. Sometimes, it just helps to feel that someone is listening.... I will not tell you what to do. Rather, my role is to listen and help you to find your own solutions to whatever is troubling you. Why not give me a call, and we can have a chat about what is worrying you, and maybe you would like to book in for an appointment. www.rosalindveness.com.au

03.01.2022 Anxiety exists as a constant sense of heightened awareness for many people. It is a feeling of needing to constantly stay on alert , and is easily triggered by events that can seem overwhelming to an already tense nervous system. They may leave you feeling that you just want to hide. You might also notice physical symptoms like sweaty, palms, a churning stomach, breathing in shallow gasps, racing thoughts, poor sleeping, over-thinking, irritability and you have trouble concen...trating. Your movements may feel a bit awkward and uncoordinated and you struggle to find the words to express yourself. These sensations can be seen as signals coming from your nervous system. They are your body’s attempt to bring something to your awareness. You may have developed addictive habits to use as distractions, such as eating, shopping, talking or texting. These can all be attempts at running away from an uncomfortable feeling that is lurking just below your conscious awareness. There is no shame in acknowledging these sensations, and your counsellor can help you to work through them. A certain level of anxiety is normal. However, if you find you are struggling with feelings of overwhelm, to the extent that they are affecting your day to day living, and are causing concern to you and/or those around you, then it’s important to ask for help. Contacting your counsellor or psychotherapist is a good place to start. Together you will be able to explore issues that could be triggering your anxiety, addressing them in a safe and supportive environment. Reaching Out To learn more, or if you feel I can help, please email [email protected], or call for a free 15 minute chat on 0474 095 432.

03.01.2022 Relax, Restore, Unwind Holidays provide a wonderful opportunity to treat yourself to healing therapies that are often difficult to fit into everyday life. Caught up in the busy-ness of the day-to-day routine, it’s often easier to push concerns aside, and just get on with it.... Being on holiday is a great time to let go of some of that busyness, and chatting with a Counsellor or Psychotherapist can offer some well-deserved me time. Chances are you will return home feeling more balanced and emotionally lighter. I am an accredited Holistic Counsellor and Psychotherapist based at Moruya South Head, and I would love to help you on your path towards improved health and well-being. You will be gently supported you as you are invited to go deeply within, connecting with the flow of nature. The aim is to emerge with a greater awareness of yourself and the world around you. While it would be lovely to be able to promise a quick fix, in reality many of today’s stresses have their origins in past experiences. They may take several sessions (or even years) to resolve. The good news is that after you return home you will be able to continue your sessions online using Skype or zoom, in the comfort and privacy of your own home. You can book an appointment at a time that suits you, make yourself a cuppa, and settle in for a chat. Reaching Out If the idea of seeing a Counsellor or Psychotherapist while on holiday appeals to you, please email, [email protected] or give me a call on 0474 095 432 to book an appointment. Learn more at www.rosalindveness.com.au

03.01.2022 I'm excited to say that my re-registration as a provider of Therapeutic Supports with the NDIS has been approved. This means that individual Counselling and Psychotherapy sessions, and other parenting support, such as the Circle of Security Parenting program, can be covered by the NDIS if you have this as part of your plan. Talk to your plan coordinator, or give me a call on 0474 095 432 to discuss options.... www.rosalindveness.com.au

02.01.2022 Behaviours are bringing us a message

01.01.2022 Oooh, I remember those days